I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus
Jackson 5 (Holiday) Lyrics
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I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus
Underneath the mistletoe last night
She didn't see me creep
Down the stairs to have a peep
She thought that I was tucked up in my bedroom, fast asleep
Then I saw mommy tickle Santa Claus
Oh, what a laugh it would have been
If Daddy had only seen mommy kissing Santa Claus last night
He saw mommy kissing, kissin', kissin' Santa Claus
I did, I really did see mommy kissing Santa Claus
And I'm gonna tell my dad
Then I saw mommy tickle Santa Claus
Underneath his beard so snowy white
Oh, what a laugh it would have been
If daddy had only seen mommy kissing Santa Claus last night
Oh, what a laugh it would have been
If Daddy had only seen mommy kissing Santa Claus last night
I did, I did, I really did see mommy kissing Santa Claus
You gotta believe me, you just gotta believe me
Come on, fellas, believe me, you just gotta believe me
The Jackson 5's "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" is a fun and playful holiday song. The lyrics describe a child's encounter with his or her mother kissing Santa Claus underneath the mistletoe. The child sneaks down to watch the scene unfold and is amused by it. The child also imagines what would happen if the father were to witness the scene. The chorus is a plea for others to believe the child's account of what happened.
While the song is innocent and whimsical, it has sparked some controversy over the years. Some have criticized the song for promoting infidelity and encouraging children to lie. However, many others see the song as harmless fun that captures the magic and excitement of Christmas.
One interpretation of the song is that it is a metaphor for the joy and magic that children experience during the holiday season. Another interpretation is that it is a reminder that the spirit of giving and kindness embodied by Santa Claus should be shared and enjoyed by everyone.
Line by Line Meaning
Wow, mommy's kissing Santa Claus
I am amazed to see Mommy kiss Santa Claus.
I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus
I witnessed my mother kissing Santa Claus.
Underneath the mistletoe last night
This event took place beneath the mistletoe last night.
She didn't see me creep
Mommy was unaware that I snuck down the stairs.
Down the stairs to have a peep
I descended the steps to take a quick look.
She thought that I was tucked up in my bedroom, fast asleep
Mommy believed that I was asleep and in my bedroom.
Then I saw mommy tickle Santa Claus
I then witnessed Mommy tickle Santa Claus.
Underneath his beard so snowy white
This happened under Santa's snowy white beard.
Oh, what a laugh it would have been
It would have been humorous if Daddy saw what I did.
If Daddy had only seen mommy kissing Santa Claus last night
It would have been funny if my Father could have seen what I saw.
He saw mommy kissing, kissin', kissin' Santa Claus
My Dad witnesses Mommy kissing Santa, multiple times.
I did, I really did see mommy kissing Santa Claus
I sincerely saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus.
And I'm gonna tell my dad
I plan on informing Daddy about what I saw.
You gotta believe me, you just gotta believe me
It is crucial that you believe me and my account of what I saw.
Come on, fellas, believe me, you just gotta believe me
I am urging my male companions to believe me and my story.
Lyrics © REGENT MUSIC CORPORATION
Written by: Thomas Patrick Connor
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@mynameisnotjerome1803
I get it now! The mum wasn't cheating on the dad with Santa, the dad was dressed up as Santa! It's sung from the kids perspective and that's what he sees. It took me 30 years to get that.
@ushygushy3686
My name is not Jerome 😂
@itsmaxieb0044
Well duh. Imao
@darlenej587
Hahha it took me 18 years to know that (I'm 18 now)
@Kim-in8ri
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@Kim-in8ri
DUHHH hahahaahha
@timothytremblay7763
Even as a young boy that man could Sing
❤
@Betterdailyy
The way Michael turned that Ah vowel to an E vowel and the end of “ night “ is technique perfection
@pokekid7113
I saw daddy beat the hell out of Santa claus
@CarringtonHollister
George Washington I saw Joe came at Santy Claus with a Louisville baseball bat and Katherine was surprised and as a result he told her to get ur shit and get the hell on