Kellie Pickler had a difficult upbringing. The Tough Songfacts explains that Kellie was raised by her grandparents, after her mother abandoned her and her alcoholic father spent time in and out of jail. The 21-year-old Pickler auditioned for American Idol in the fall of 2005 in Greensboro, North Carolina. She sang both Kelly Clarkson's "Since U Been Gone" and Martina McBride's "A Broken Wing". The judges unanimously sent her to Hollywood. Pickler advanced through the semi-finalist rounds in February and March, reaching the Top 12 On March 9.
Pickler gained attention on the show by saying (for example) that she had never performed before real audiences, pronouncing "salmon" as "sal-mon", and confusing "minx" with "mink ". She was compared to Jessica Simpson in a March 27 story in US Weekly magazine entitled "Kellie: The Next Jessica Simpson", due to her "sweet southern style and ditzy demeanor." Various Internet blogs alleged that Pickler was merely putting on an act in order to win votes. Host Ryan Seacrest asked Pickler about the allegations during the April 4 broadcast, and she denied the claims. On April 19, Pickler and contestant Taylor Hicks became the only contestants among the rest of the Top 6 to never be in the bottom 3. That changed on April 26 when she was in the bottom 2 and then eliminated. Due to time constraints, her exit performance was not aired on the show, which happened to be the first time of its kind in American Idol history. However, when Kellie was interviewed by Extra, they showed her exit performance for the first time.
She returned in the finale in a pre-taped segment called "Puck 'n Pickler", featuring her and Wolfgang Puck at a restaurant discussing foods. It has scenes of Pickler mispronouncing Shanghai, her use of sarcasm, and her reaction to lobsters.
Fate played the straight man, and since then she's never looked back.
On September 30, 2008 Kellie released her 2nd studio album. It was self-titled because she felt she had more to do with the making of it therefore it reflected her as an artist better than her first album. The self-titled album has yielded 4 singles: "Don't You Know You're Beautiful" which peaked at #21, "Best Days of Your Life" at #9 (This was her first top 10), "Didn't You Know How Much I Loved You" at #14, and "Makin' Me Fall In Love Again".
Songfacts states that "Tough," Kellie Pickler's first single from her third album is a female anthem, which finds the song's narrator declaring that while she is just a regular girl, she has been able to overcome challenges in her life by staying tough. The song was released on June 13, 2011.
Santa Baby
Kellie Pickler Lyrics
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Under the tree for me
I've been an awful good girl, Santa baby
So hurry down the chimney tonight
Santa baby, a 54 convertible too
Lights blue
I'll wait up for you dear, santa baby
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 out my Christmas list
Santa baby, I want a yacht
And really that's not a lot
I've 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 cutey fill my stocking
With a Duplex, and cheques
Sing your X on the line
Santa cutey
And hurry down the chimney tonight
Come and trim my Christmas tree
With some decorations bought at Tiffany's
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 a phone
Santa baby
So hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry tonight
The lyrics to Kellie Pickler's song "Santa Baby" are filled with Christmas wishlists and flirtatious demands as she sings to Santa, asking him for some luxurious gifts this holiday season. The opening line, "Santa baby, just slip a sable under the tree for me," is the first of many materialistic requests, as she asks for a sable coat, a 54 convertible, a yacht, and even the deed to a platinum mine. For Kellie, her behavior throughout the year has been admirable, and she makes sure to remind Santa of her good behavior, hoping to receive some grand presents in return- "I've been an awful good girl, Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight."
As the song continues, Kellie talks about all the things she's missed out on- "Think of all the fun I've missed, think of all the fellas that I haven't kissed." But she assures Santa she can change and be just as good next year- "Next year, I could be just as good if you check off my Christmas list." Kellie also mentions how she wants a "Duplex," "cheques," and "the deed to a platinum mine," in a playful yet flirtatious tone, referring to Santa as "Santa honey" and "Santa cutey." In a nod to the holiday traditions, she asks Santa to come and trim her Christmas tree with decorations bought at Tiffany's, expressing her unwavering belief in Santa's magic- "I really do believe in you. Let's see if you believe in me."
Overall, Kellie's rendition of "Santa Baby" is playful and fun, combining cheeky demands with holiday traditions and nostalgia.
Line by Line Meaning
Santa baby, just slip a sable
Under the tree for me
Hey Santa, would you please put a sable fur coat under the tree for me?
I've been an awful good girl, Santa baby
So hurry down the chimney tonight
I have been exceptionally well-behaved this year, and I'd be grateful if you could come down the chimney and visit me tonight.
Santa baby, a 54 convertible too
Lights blue
I'll wait up for you dear, santa baby
So hurry down the chimney tonight
Dear Santa, please bring me a blue 1954 convertible car, and I'll be happily awake when you visit me 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 out my Christmas list
I have missed out on a lot of fun, and quite possibly missed the chance to check out all the men that I haven't kissed. I still have an opportunity to be good next year, maybe you could check out my wishlist?
Santa baby, I want a yacht
And really that's not a lot
I've been an angel all year, Santa baby
So hurry down the chimney tonight
I would love for you to bring me a yacht, and to be honest, it's not much to ask for. I have been a complete angel all year, so please visit me tonight.
Santa honey, one little thing
I really need the deed to a platinum mine
Santa baby
So hurry down the chimney tonight
Santa, I hate to bother you again, but I have one tiny request. Could you please provide me with the deed to a platinum mine? I promise I'll be grateful and happy if you visit me tonight.
Santa cutey fill my stocking
With a Duplex, and cheques
Sing your X on the line
Santa cutey
And hurry down the chimney tonight
Dear Santa, could you please fill my stocking with a Duplex apartment and some checks, and while you're at it, please sign the line with an X? I'll be waiting eagerly for you to visit me tonight.
Come and trim my Christmas tree
With some decorations bought at Tiffany's
I really do believe in you
Let's see, if you believe in me
It would be lovely if you could come and decorate my Christmas tree, maybe with some items purchased from Tiffany's. I have faith in your existence, and I hope you have some faith in me.
Santa baby
Forgot to mention one little thing
A ring, I don't mean on a phone
Santa baby
So hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry down the chimney tonight
Hurry tonight
Dear Santa, I forgot to request one thing, a ring, and not the kind you find on a phone. I hope this doesn't cause too much trouble, and I hope you'll visit me tonight. Hurry down the chimney tonight!
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, TAMIR MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Joan Ellen Javits, Philip Springer, Tony Springer
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Ginessa Tolley
Santa baby 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 went out for you dear, Santa baby so hurry down the chimney tonight.
Think of all the fun I've missed think of all the fellows that I haven't kissed.
Next year I could be just as good...If you'll check off my Christmas list.
Santa baby I want a yhat and really that's not a lot. Been an angle all year.
Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight.
Santa honey there's one thing I really do need, a deed, to a platinum man.
Santa honey, so hurry down the chimney tonight.
Santa cutie fill
Ken Bina
BEST VERSION I’ve HEARD! Way to go, Kellie! 👏👏👏🤠
techrm 2005
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Ken Bina
@techrm 2005 Incredible! 🤠
Wandering YouTuber
What I really love about Kellie's version is that it brings out the sweet, simple yet elegant charm the holidays need 😊🎄
Susan Callaway
Love this song,Kelli does it so good.
Colleen C
Yours is my all time favorite version of this song! Love it!
Bly thkd
Same here. Seems like her voice and style were just made for this song.
Devoted2as
Love it. Great singer!
Norma Abiera
i love this rendition.
ANGELA LaValley
I absolutely love Kellie Pickler in all she does. Too bad no company nor network has given her the opportunity she deserves!!!she has personality, Beauty, charm and a wonderful voice. She is also funny and always does amazing in all she has given a chance to try.