Pierino Ronald "Perry" Como (May 18, 1912 – May 12, 2001) was an Italian Am… Read Full Bio ↴Pierino Ronald "Perry" Como (May 18, 1912 – May 12, 2001) was an Italian American crooner during the 20th century. Throughout a career spanning more than half a century he recorded exclusively with the RCA Victor label after signing with them in 1943. He sold millions of records for RCA but he also pioneered a weekly musical variety television show which set the standard and proved one of the most successful in television history. His combined success on television and popular recordings has never been equalled by any other artist of the time. He was always noted for his relaxed attitude, an attitude which was reflected in his singing style. His was a beautiful voice, possessed by this former barber.

Como was also very popular in the UK. His chart successes ranged from 1953 to 1974 and included two number one's, his first hit 'Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes' in 1953 and 'Magic Moments' which stayed at the top for 8 weeks in 1958. His other big UK hits were 'Delaware' ( No 3 in 1960), ' It's Impossible' (No 4 in 1971) , 'And I Love You So' (No 3 in 1973), and 'For The Good Times' (No 7 in 1973).

As well as TV and recording success, Perry Como also made a number of films, including ' Something For The Boys' and 'Doll Face' which were released during WW2.

He died in his sleep on 12 May 2001.

Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town
Perry Como Lyrics

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You better watch out, you better not cry
You better not pout, I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town

He's makin' a list and checkin' it twice
Gonna find out who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town

He sees you when you're sleepin'
He knows when you're awake
He knows if you've been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake

So you better watch out, you better not cry
You better not pout, I'm tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town

You better watch out, you better not cry
You better not pout, I'm tellin' you why
Oh, Santa Claus is comin' to town

He's makin' a list and checkin' it twice
Gonna find out who's naughty or nice
Santa Claus is comin' to town

He sees you when you're sleepin'
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 tellin' you why
Santa Claus is comin' to town

Santa Claus is comin' to town

Overall Meaning

The song Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town by Perry Como is a classic Christmas song that reminds children to be well-behaved and to remain positive so that Santa Claus will come pay them a visit. The lyrics are full of warnings to children to watch what they do because Santa Claus is always keeping tabs on them. The first verse of the song makes it clear that Santa Claus is coming to town, and he is making a list of who is naughty or nice. The lyrics in the chorus suggest that it is important for children to be good, or they will miss out on a visit from Santa Claus.

The second verse of the song goes on to explain that Santa Claus sees everything that children do. It is said that he knows if they are sleeping or awake, and he knows if they have been good or bad. The verse ends with a reminder to be good because Santa Claus is always watching. The chorus repeats to further reinforce children that they better not be naughty or else they won't receive any presents from Santa.

Line by Line Meaning

You better watch out, you better not cry
You need to be on your best behavior, so don't cry or get upset

You better not pout, I'm tellin' you why
You better not be sad or angry, because I'm going to tell you why

Santa Claus is comin' to town
Santa Claus is coming to your town, so get ready

He's makin' a list and checkin' it twice
Santa is making a list of all the children and checking it twice to see who is good and who is bad

Gonna find out who's naughty or nice
Santa is going to find out who is good and who is bad

He sees you when you're sleepin'
Santa knows when you are sleeping

He knows when you're awake
Santa knows when you are awake

He knows if you've been bad or good
Santa knows if you have been naughty or nice

So be good for goodness sake
So, you should be good just for the sake of being good

Oh, Santa Claus is comin' to town
Oh yes, Santa Claus is definitely coming to your town

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Coots, Haven Gillespie

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