Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, and relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, with his family when he was 13 years old. His music career began there in 1954, recording at Sun Records with producer Sam Phillips, who wanted to bring the sound of African American music to a wider audience. Accompanied by guitarist Scotty Moore and bassist Bill Black, Presley was a pioneer of rockabilly, an uptempo, backbeat-driven fusion of country music and rhythm and blues. In 1955, drummer D. J. Fontana joined to complete the lineup of Presley's classic quartet and RCA Victor acquired his contract in a deal arranged by Colonel Tom Parker, who would manage the singer for more than two decades. Presley's first RCA single, "Heartbreak Hotel", was released in January 1956 and became a number one hit in the United States. With a series of successful network television appearances and chart-topping records, he became the leading figure of the newly popular sound of rock and roll. His energized interpretations of songs and sexually provocative performance style, combined with a singularly potent mix of influences across color lines during a transformative era in race relations, made him enormously popular—and controversial.
In November 1956, Presley made his film debut in Love Me Tender. Drafted into military service in 1958, Presley relaunched his recording career two years later with some of his most commercially successful work. He held few concerts however, and guided by Parker, proceeded to devote much of the 1960s to making Hollywood movies and soundtrack albums, most of them critically derided. In 1968, following a seven-year break from live performances, he returned to the stage in the acclaimed television comeback special Elvis, which led to an extended Las Vegas concert residency and a string of highly profitable tours. In 1973, Presley gave the first concert by a solo artist to be broadcast around the world, Aloha from Hawaii. Years of prescription drug abuse severely compromised his health, and he died suddenly in 1977 at his Graceland estate, just 42 years of age.
Presley is one of the most celebrated and influential musicians of the 20th century. Commercially successful in many genres, including pop, country, blues, and gospel, he is the best-selling solo artist in the history of recorded music. He won three competitive Grammys, received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at age 36, and has been inducted into multiple music halls of fame.
Santa Claus Party
Elvis Presley Lyrics
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Riding down Santa Claus Lane
Vixen, Blitzen, all of his reindeer
Pulling on the reins
Bells are ringing, children singing
All is merry and bright
Hang your stockings and say a prayer
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus
Riding down Santa Claus Lane
He's got a bag that's filled with toys
For boys and girls again
Hear those sleigh bells jingle jangle
What a beautiful sight
Jump in bed and cover up your head
'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus
Riding down Santa Claus Lane
He doesn't care if you're rich or poor
He loves you just the same
Santa knows that we're God's children
That makes everything right
Fill your hearts with Christmas cheer
'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Well, here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus
Riding down Santa Claus Lane
He'll come around when the chimes ring out
It's Christmas morn' again
Peace on Earth will come to all
If we just follow the light
Let's give thanks to the Lord above
'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight
'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight
The song "Here Comes Santa Claus" by Elvis Presley is a joyful and festive tune that celebrates the arrival of Santa Claus on Christmas night. The song starts with the announcement of Santa's arrival and describes the scene with great enthusiasm. The use of repetition in the lyrics reinforces the excitement surrounding Santa's arrival, as he travels down "Santa Claus lane" with his reindeer.
The second verse focuses on Santa's mission of bringing toys for boys and girls, and it highlights the beauty of the sound of sleigh bells jingling in the night. The third verse shifts the attention to Santa's unconditional love, as he doesn't care about wealth or status, but loves children just the same. The final verse connects the Santa Claus tradition to the Christian message of Christmas, as it urges people to follow the light and give thanks to God for Santa's arrival.
Line by Line Meaning
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus
The presence of Santa Claus is imminent
Right down Santa Claus lane
Santa Claus is making his way through the area designated as Santa Claus Lane
Vixen, Blitzen, all his reindeer
The animals used to pull Santa's sled are Vixen and Blitzen, along with the rest of Santa's reindeer team
Pulling on the reins
Santa is guiding the reindeer by pulling on the reins
Bells are ringing, children singing
The joy of Christmas is being celebrated by the sound of bells and the singing of children
All is merry and bright
The festivities of the season are creating a joyful atmosphere
Hang your stockings and say a prayer
As a tradition, stockings are hung and a prayer is said in anticipation of Santa's arrival
'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight
The reason for the excitement and preparation is because Santa is due to arrive that night
He's got a bag that's filled with toys
Santa is carrying a bag full of toys for children
For boys and girls again
The toys in Santa's bag are intended for both male and female children
Hear those sleigh bells jingle jangle
The sound of sleigh bells ringing creates a happy and festive atmosphere
What a beautiful sight
The sight of Santa and his sleigh is a sight to behold
Jump in bed and cover up your head
Children should hurry to bed and get under the covers in preparation for Santa's arrival
He doesn't care if you're a rich or poor boy
Santa is not concerned with the wealth or status of the children he is bringing gifts to
He loves you just the same
Santa loves all children equally, regardless of their background or circumstances
Santa knows that we're God's children
Santa believes that all children are children of God
That makes everything right
The idea that all children are made by God brings a sense of comfort and security
Fill your hears with Christmas cheer
It is important to embrace the joyful spirit of Christmas
He'll come around when the chimes ring out
Santa's arrival is timed to coincide with the ringing of Christmas chimes
It's Christmas morn again
Christmas morning has arrived once more
Peace on earth will come to all
The hope of Christmas is that peace will come to all people on earth
If we just follow the light
By following the light, humanity can achieve peace on earth
Let's give thanks to the Lord above
The celebration of Christmas is an opportunity to express gratitude to God
'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight
The culmination of the Christmas season is the arrival of Santa Claus
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Oakley Haldeman, Gene Autry
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Jude Clancy
So he DID sing a Christmas song... 🤣🤣
lilwayne
He Did Blue Christmas and this song to fulfill his Christmas Obligation in the contract lol the contract did not say every song was to be a Christmas just that they would include Christmas songs Binder knew this and changed the main concept of the show.
Diane Hayse
One thing I dearly loved about Elvis was his sense of humor. He was a funny man. Love you Elvis and Miss you too!!!!
Cassandra Biro
He was definitely feeling it
Duane Martin
I agree. So serious when it came to his band and back up singers. But once they nailed a song it seemed he had fun with it. Take Poke Salad Annie for example....
SumDumGuy
Even though he was larger than life he seemed so personable.
Jazpa P
Even if Elvis forgets the words it still sounds like music
Vinny Mann
He can forget the words and it still comes out Elvis.
Daniel Melo
The King of Rock and Roll will live forever.
elvis55555
Elvis Lives!