Born in Tioga, Texas, Autry was raised in Texas and Oklahoma. Discovered by humorist Will Rogers, in 1929 Autry was billed as "Oklahoma's Yodeling Cowboy" at KVOO in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He gained a popular following, a recording contract with Columbia Records in 1929, and soon after, performed on the "National Barn Dance" for radio station WLS in Chicago. Autry first appeared on screen in 1934 and up to 1953 popularized the musical Western and starred in 93 feature films. In 1940 theater exhibitors of America voted Autry the fourth biggest box office attraction, behind Mickey Rooney, Clark Gable, and Spencer Tracy.
While best known today as the singer of such holiday fare as Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane), Frosty The Snowman, Peter Cottontail, and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, the second all-time best selling Christmas single of all time, Autry made 640 recordings, including more than 300 songs written or co-written by him. His records are reputed to have sold more than 100 million copies. His recording of That Silver-Haired Daddy Of Mine is reputed to have sold more than 5 million copies. Autry's other significant recordings include:
* You Are My Sunshine (1931)
* A Face I See at Evening (1931)
* The Last Roundup (1933)
* Cowboy's Heaven (1934)
* South of the Border (1934)
* Tumbling Tumbleweeds (1935)
* Mexicali Rose (1935)
* Take Me Back to My Boots and Saddle (1935)
* Gold Mine in the Sky (1937)
* Back in the Saddle Again (1939)
* Blueberry Hill (1941)
* Be Honest With Me (1946)
* Ghost Riders in the Sky (1949)
* Nobody's Darlin' but Mine (1957)
From 1940 to 1956 Autry hosted the weekly Melody Ranch radio show over the CBS Radio Network, featuring Autry's trademark theme song Back In The Saddle Again. In addition, Autry's popularity was apparent during his personal appearance tours. Claimed to have been the first performer to sell out Madison Square Garden, his concert and rodeo appearances throughout the United States and Europe served as a model for other performers. Autry often did two shows a day, seven days a week, for 65 to 85 days at a stretch.
In 1950, Autry became one of the first major movie stars to turn to television. For the next five years he produced and starred in 91 half-hour episodes of The Gene Autry Show for CBS Television. This success lead him to produce such popular TV series as Annie Oakley, The Range Rider, Buffalo Bill Jr., The Adventures Of Champion as well as the first 39 episodes of Death Valley Days.
He carried his love for entertaining and sharp business sense into broadcasting, where, under the Golden West Broadcasters banner, he owned a chain of radio and television stations throughout the Western United States, including KMPC and KTLA in Los Angeles and KSFO in San Francisco until the late 1980's. His other business interests included the Gene Autry Hotel in Palm Springs, and several other properties. He ranked for many years on the Forbes magazine list of the 400 richest Americans, before he fell in 1995 to the magazine's "near miss" category with an estimated net worth of $320 million.
Autry's broadcasting interests that led him in 1960 to acquire the then expansion Los Angeles Angels American League baseball franchise (later the California Angels). After his retirement from performing in the mid-1960's, much of Autry's time was spent unsuccessfully attempting to win a World Series' championship for his Angels. When he became the first country musician to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, he said that there's "only one day that will be bigger than this one for me, and that's when we win the World Series." Autry was a fixture at Angels' games for the rest of his life.
Autry's long-cherished dream came true with the opening in November 1988 of the Gene Autry Western Heritage Museum, since acclaimed as one of the finest museums on the history and mythology of the West.
Among the many hundreds of honors and awards Autry has received were induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame; the American Academy of Achievement Award, the Los Angeles Area Governor's Emmy from The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences; and the Board of Directors Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Achievement in Arts Foundation. Autry was also inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, The National Cowboy Hall of Fame, the National Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame, and he received The Songwriters Guild Life Achievement Award. He was also honored by his songwriting peers with a lifetime achievement award from ASCAP.
Gene Autry died at his home in Studio City, California on October 2, 1998 at the age of 91.
Here Comes Santa Claus
Gene Autry Lyrics
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Vixen and Blitzen and all his reindeers pullin' on the reins
Bells are ringin', children singin', all is merry and bright
So hang your stockings and say your prayers 'cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus right 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, oh, what a beautiful sight
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus right down Santa Claus Lane
He doesn't care if you're rich or poor, he loves you just the same
Santa Claus know we're all God's children, that makes everything right
So fill your hearts with Christmas cheer 'cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus right down Santa Claus Lane
He'll come around when chimes ring out that it's Christmas morn again
Peace on Earth will come to all, if we just follow the light
So let's give thanks to the Lord above 'cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus right down Santa Claus Lane
Vixen and Blitzen and all his reindeers pullin' on the reins
Bells are ringin', children singin', all is merry and bright
Hang your stockings and say your prayers 'cause Santa Claus comes tonight
The song "Here Comes Santa Claus" by Gene Autry is a lively and joyful tune that celebrates the arrival of Santa Claus during the Christmas season. The lyrics describe the anticipation of children for Santa Claus to arrive and bring them presents. The song mentions Santa's reindeer, Vixen and Blitzen, as they pull Santa's sleigh through the streets. The bells are ringing, and children are singing in excitement for Santa's arrival. The lyrics emphasize the importance of being grateful and hopeful, regardless of one's social status, as Santa Claus loves all children equally. The song encourages people to celebrate and give thanks to the Lord for the joy and unity experienced during the Christmas season.
The lyrics of "Here Comes Santa Claus" reflect the universal spirit of Christmas as it brings people together, regardless of their differences. The song has become famous worldwide and has been covered by various artists, creating an excellent Christmas classic that is enjoyed by different generations. The melody infuses a sense of excitement, hope, and happiness that perfectly captures the essence of the festive period. The song's lyrics remind people to appreciate and cherish moments shared with loved ones during the holidays and always be thankful for what one has.
Line by Line Meaning
Here comes Santa Claus
Santa Claus is on his way
Here comes Santa Claus
Santa Claus is coming
Right down Santa Claus Lane
He is coming down the street named after him
Vixen and Blitzen and all his reindeer
All of Santa's reindeer, including Vixen and Blitzen, are pulling his sleigh
Pullin' on the reins
They are being controlled by Santa
Bells are ringin', children singin'
The bells are ringing and the children are singing carols
All is merry and bright
The atmosphere is happy and perfect for Christmas
So hang your stockings and say your prayers
Make sure to hang your stocking and say your prayers, because Santa is coming soon
'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Santa is coming tonight
He's got a bag that's filled with toys
Santa has a bag full of gifts for children
For boys and girls again
As always, boys and girls will receive gifts
Hear those sleigh bells jingle jangle
The sound of Santa's sleigh bells can be heard
Oh, what a beautiful sight
It's a beautiful sight to see Santa and his sleigh
So jump in bed, and cover your head
Go to bed and cover your head, because Santa is coming
'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Santa is coming tonight
He doesn't care if you're rich or poor
Santa loves everyone equally, regardless of wealth
He loves you just the same
Santa loves all children equally
Santa Claus knows we're all God's children
Santa believes that everyone is equal in the eyes of God
That makes everything right
This belief makes everything perfect
So fill your hearts with Christmas cheer
Be happy and joyful for Christmas
'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Santa is coming tonight
He'll come around when chimes ring out
Santa comes when the church bells ring
That it's Christmas morn' again
On Christmas morning
Peace on earth will come to all
Encourages peace on Earth for everyone
If we just follow the light
If we follow the teachings of Jesus Christ
So let's give thanks to the Lord above
Let's be thankful to God for everything
'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Santa is coming tonight
Vixen and Blitzen and all his reindeer
All of Santa's reindeer, including Vixen and Blitzen, are pulling his sleigh
Pullin' on the reins
They are being controlled by Santa
Bells are ringin', children singin'
The bells are ringing and the children are singing carols
All is merry and bright
The atmosphere is happy and perfect for Christmas
Hang your stockings and say your prayers
Make sure to hang your stocking and say your prayers, because Santa is coming soon
'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Santa is coming tonight
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Oakley Haldeman, Gene Autry
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Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus, right down Santa Claus Lane
Vixen and Blitzen and all his reindeers pulling on the reins
Bells are ringing, children singing, all is merry and bright
So hang your stockings and say your prayers, 'cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus, right 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, oh what a beautiful sight
So jump in bed and cover your head, 'cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus right down Santa Claus Lane
He'll come around when chimes ring out that it's Christmastime again
Peace on earth will come to all if we just follow the light
So let's give thanks to the Lord above, 'cause Santa Claus comes tonight
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus, right down Santa Claus Lane
Vixen and Blitzen and all his reindeers pulling on the reins
Bells are ringing, children singing, all is merry and bright
So jump in bed and cover your head, 'cause Santa Claus comes tonight
He is a miracle come to all if we just follow the light
So let's give thanks to the Lord above, 'cause Santa Claus comes tonight
So let's give thanks to the Lord above, 'cause Santa Claus comes tonight
@savethewildlife6415
i love when he says “he doesn’t care if the kids are rich or poor he loves us all the same.” Such a sweet line! Merry Christmas 2021
@YouTubesucksdick
Merry Christmas from 2022. Another year gone 😊
@andrewdavis8872
Merry Christmas from 2023
@VanessaDeSouza-zr3mj
I have my tree up
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@dadylfitzys8880
Imagine a world where money doesn’t determine… it sure as hell isn’t this one.
@davidking4838
Gene takes a light hearted theme and gives it deep down, real-life heart and meaning. This version is a classic.
@hiddenperson3696
Yes
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