Santa Baby
Jackie Gleason and His Orchestra Lyrics

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Santa baby, just slip a sable under the tree for me
Been an awful good girl
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight

Santa baby, a '54 convertible too, light blue
I'll wait up for you, dear
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight

Think of all the fun I've missed
Think of all the fellas that I haven't kissed
Next year, I could be just as good
If you check off my Christmas list

Santa baby, I want a yacht and really that's not a lot
Been an angel all year
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight

Santa honey, one little thing I really need, the deed
To a platinum mine
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight

Santa cutie, and fill my stocking with a duplex and checks
Sign your "X" on the line
Santa cutie, and hurry down the chimney tonight

Come and trim my Christmas tree
With some decorations bought at Tiffany
I really do believe in you
Let's see if you believe in me

Santa baby, forgot to mention one little thing, a ring
I don't mean on the phone
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight

Hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry, tonight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Santa Baby" by Jackie Gleason and His Orchestra exude a whimsical and playful tone, as the singer, who represents a character addressing Santa Claus, conveys their desires and wishes for Christmas. The song begins with the request for a luxurious sable fur to be placed under the tree as a gift. The assertion of having been good throughout the year is reiterated, emphasizing the anticipation for Santa to arrive through the chimney that night to deliver the requested presents.

The second verse delves into the dream of owning a '54 convertible, specifically in light blue, showcasing a penchant for extravagance and opulence. The singer eagerly awaits Santa's arrival and emphasizes the urgency by urging him to hurry down the chimney. The lyrics interweave a sense of yearning for material possessions with a playful flirtatiousness that characterizes the interaction between the singer and Santa Claus.

The lyrics then transition to a reflection on missed opportunities and the desire for romantic experiences. The singer reflects on the excitement of potentially being just as good in the following year, hinting at a longing for romantic fulfillment alongside material gifts. This sentiment is juxtaposed with the assertive demands for a yacht and the acknowledgment of having maintained a virtuous demeanor to deserve these extravagant gifts.

The closing verses of the song further illustrate the singer's audacious requests, including the deed to a platinum mine and a duplex, emphasizing a desire for financial security and abundance. The invocation of trimming the Christmas tree with decorations from Tiffany adds a touch of sophistication and luxury to the imagery portrayed. The repeated urgency for Santa to descend through the chimney underscores the impatience and longing for the fulfillment of the singer's Christmas wishes, culminating in the playful reminder of a ring as a final request, playfully encouraging Santa to expedite his visit. The overall tone of the song conveys a blend of whimsy, desire, and flirtation, capturing the essence of holiday indulgence and the anticipation of receiving lavish gifts from Santa Claus.

Line by Line Meaning

Santa baby, just slip a sable under the tree for me
Please gift me a luxurious fur coat this Christmas

Been an awful good girl
I have been well-behaved and deserving of a special gift

Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
Please don’t delay, come visit me tonight

Santa baby, a '54 convertible too, light blue
I also desire a stylish light blue convertible car from 1954

I'll wait up for you, dear
I will stay awake until you arrive, my dear Santa

Think of all the fun I've missed
Reflecting on missed opportunities for enjoyment

Think of all the fellas that I haven't kissed
Considering all the men I have not yet had a chance to kiss

Next year, I could be just as good
I promise to continue being well-behaved in the future

If you check off my Christmas list
Granting my wishes would be like checking items off a list

Santa baby, I want a yacht and really that's not a lot
It may seem like a big request, but a yacht is all I want

Been an angel all year
I have been exceptionally good and kind throughout the year

Santa honey, one little thing I really need, the deed
I require ownership of a platinum mine

To a platinum mine
Referring to obtaining ownership or rights to a platinum mine

Santa cutie, and fill my stocking with a duplex and checks
Dear Santa, please provide me with a double apartment and financial aid

Sign your 'X' on the line
Requesting Santa to sign a contract or agreement

Come and trim my Christmas tree
Decorate my Christmas tree with ornaments and lights

With some decorations bought at Tiffany
Using high-quality decorations purchased from Tiffany & Co.

I really do believe in you
I have faith in your ability to make my wishes come true

Let's see if you believe in me
Challenging Santa to prove his belief in my goodness

Santa baby, forgot to mention one little thing, a ring
I almost forgot to ask for a ring as well

I don't mean on the phone
Not referring to a phone call, but an actual ring as a gift

Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
Please make sure to come down the chimney tonight without delay

Hurry down the chimney tonight
Urging Santa to quickly come down the chimney this evening

Hurry, tonight
Emphasizing the urgency of Santa’s visit tonight

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, TAMIR MUSIC, Qanawat, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Joan Ellen Javits, Philip Springer, Tony Springer

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