Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Frank Sinatra & Dean Martin/Sam Lyrics
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You better not pout, I'm telling you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He's making a list, he's checking it twice
He's gonna find out who's naughty and nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town
He knows when you're awake
He knows if you've been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
Oh, you better watch out, you better not cry
You better not pout, I'm telling you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus, Santa Claus, we're here, we're right here
He sees you when you're sleeping
He knows when you're awake
He knows if you've been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake
You better watch out, you better not cry
You better not pout, I'm telling you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Yes, he's on his way (on his way)
He's got toys on his sleigh
Santa (Santa Claus) is comin' to town
He's coming to town (where'd you go?)
The song "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" by Frank Sinatra is a classic Christmas tune that conveys the message that Santa Claus is watching every child to determine if they have been naughty or nice. The lyrics are addressed to children, telling them to be on their best behavior because Santa Claus is making a list and checking it twice to find out who is naughty and who is nice. The chorus of the song, "You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I'm telling you why, Santa Claus is comin' to town," reinforces the idea that children should always be well-behaved so that they will receive presents from Santa Claus.
The verses of the song contain a warning to children that Santa Claus is watching them at all times. The line "He sees you when you're sleeping" suggests that children should behave even when they are not awake. The line "He knows when you're awake, he knows if you've been bad or good" reinforces that Santa Claus is always watching, and that children should always be on their best behavior. The song ends with a reminder that Santa Claus is coming to town with toys on his sleigh, making it clear that children will receive gifts if they have been well-behaved.
Overall, the lyrics of "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" convey the message that good behavior will be rewarded with presents from Santa Claus, and that children should always strive to be on their best behavior, even when they think no one is watching.
Line by Line Meaning
You better watch out, you better not cry
You should be mindful and avoid crying
You better not pout, I'm telling you why
Don't sulk because I am giving you the reason why
Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is on his way to town
He's making a list, he's checking it twice
He is preparing a list and checking it twice
He's gonna find out who's naughty and nice
He will discover who was naughty or nice
He sees you when you're sleeping
He watches you when you're sleeping
He knows when you're awake
He is aware when you're awake
He knows if you've been bad or good
He knows if you've behaved poorly or well
So be good for goodness sake
Therefore, be kind merely for the sake of being kind
Santa Claus, Santa Claus, we're here, we're right here
Santa Claus, Santa Claus, we're eagerly awaiting your arrival here
Yes, he's on his way (on his way)
Yes, he's getting closer (getting closer)
He's got toys on his sleigh
He has a sleigh full of toys
Santa (Santa Claus) is comin' to town
Santa is arriving in this town
He's coming to town (where d'you go)
He's travelling to our town (where did you go)
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Coots, Haven Gillespie
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@riejurv50
This backing orchestra gives this song an extreme level of CLASS!!
@jeanniefontanella3030
This duet is amazing. I love Sinatra and Seal's singing and harmony with it gave me goose bumps.
@carlyryan4439
The 1920's to 1950's music is pure bliss and duets is on fire! Brilliant! 🍸🍹🥂
@maestromike91971
I have a small music Recording studio . I do duets with Frankie and Ciino, and the Beatles. And others . I make audio and video recordings for people whit talent for a Lot less then the big name studios. I can get songs on Spotify.
@carlyryan4439
Fire meets fire! 🔥
@maestromike91971
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@carlyryan4439
I mean this song is festivitly croontastic!
@starbuono825
You mean you DONT like bad bunny ? 😂😂😂
@TheManoscaptain
One of the most stylish gentleman and one of the best singers! R.I.P. Francis Albert Sinatra !
@coolie60
Sinatra the best of the best is still going strong 20 years after he left us the greatest.