Get Behind Me Santa!
Sufjan Stevens Lyrics
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You move so fast like a psychopathic color TV,
With your Christmas bag and your jolly face,
And the reindeer stompin' all over the place
Take it easy, what ya gotta be so absurd?
You make it sound like Christmas is a four-letter word
Its a fact of life whether you like or not,
I hope that you take it to heart boy,
It's Christmas time, ain't no clowning around
And if you think you got something to prove boy,
Santa Claus is coming to town
I don't care about family and shopping malls,
Candy canes or the carolers decking the halls
I don't care about what you say Santa Claus
You're a bad brother breaking into people's garage
Jeez!
You got it wrong,
'Cause I'm just another regular guy,
Super powers and a penchant for the Yuletime
Is it a crime to give a little once in awhile,
I travel 'round the world trying to make people smile
I know that you take it too hard boy,
It's Christmas time, ain't no clowning around
And if you think you got something to prove boy,
Santa Claus is coming to town
C-H-R-I-S-T-M-A-S
Christmastime, Christmastime,
Christmastime,
Magic of Christmas,
Christmas, Christmastime,
Christmastime,
Have a good time!
In this song, Sufjan Stevens is addressing Santa Claus himself, who he sees as a hyperactive, almost dangerous character that is too obsessed with Christmas. He hints at Santa being some kind of psychopath, always running and causing chaos, with reindeers on his tracks. Sufjan implores Santa to take it easy, to not make it sound like Christmas is a negative thing, but instead to embrace the “magic of Christmas”. He tells Santa Claus that if he thinks he has something to prove, he has it all wrong, as there is no need to prove anything. All they need to do is to have a good time, travel around spreading joy and making people smile.
This song is somewhat satirical towards traditional Christmas figures, poking fun at Santa Claus for his hyperactive behavior and the commercialization of Christmas. Sufjan emphasizes the magic of Christmas and the importance of spreading joy, rather than just focusing on material items. He subtly critiques the consumerist culture that has become intertwined with the holiday season.
Line by Line Meaning
I know whatcha doing to me boy,
I understand your intentions towards me, man.
You move so fast like a psychopathic color TV,
You are quite quick in your actions like a crazy TV set.
With your Christmas bag and your jolly face,
You have a happy face and a bag full of Christmas gifts.
And the reindeer stompin' all over the place
The reindeers are walking heavily everywhere.
Take it easy, what ya gotta be so absurd?
Calm down, why are you acting so ridiculous?
You make it sound like Christmas is a four-letter word
You talk about Christmas like it's an unspeakable, bad thing.
Its a fact of life whether you like or not,
Christmas is a reality that exists regardless of your preference.
So put your hands together and give it a shot
Join others and try to celebrate Christmas.
I hope that you take it to heart boy,
I hope you consider this seriously, man.
It's Christmas time, ain't no clowning around
It's really Christmas, and it's time to be serious.
And if you think you got something to prove boy,
And if you have something to prove, man.
Santa Claus is coming to town
Remember that Santa Claus is always near.
I don't care about family and shopping malls,
I don't find family and malls important during Christmas.
Candy canes or the carolers decking the halls
I also don't care about the carolers or the candy canes.
I don't care about what you say Santa Claus
I don't believe everything you say, Santa Claus.
You're a bad brother breaking into people's garage
You are bad, Santa Claus, for invading people's garages.
Jeez!
This is unbelievable!
You got it wrong,
Sorry, but you are mistaken.
'Cause I'm just another regular guy,
I'm just an ordinary man just like the others.
Super powers and a penchant for the Yuletime
I possess no special powers except that I like Christmas.
Is it a crime to give a little once in awhile,
Is it such a bad thing to give occasionally?
I travel 'round the world trying to make people smile
I travel the world trying to make people happy.
C-H-R-I-S-T-M-A-S
Christmas time spelled out.
Christmastime, Christmastime,
It's Christmas, Christmas time,
Christmastime,
It's Christmas,
Magic of Christmas,
The enchanting spirit of Christmas,
Christmas, Christmastime,
Melodious wordplay indicating the holiday season,
Christmastime,
It's Christmas,
Have a good time!
Enjoy the holiday season!
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: SUFJAN STEVENS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rickbannan7110
This might be the best Christmas song ever
@sueshealey6847
I know whatcha doing to me boy,
You move so fast like a psychopathic color TV,
With your Christmas bag and your jolly face,
And the reindeer stompin' all over the place
Take it easy, what ya gotta be so absurd?
You make it sound like Christmas is a four-letter word
Its a fact of life whether you like or not,
So put your hands together and give it a shot
I hope that you take it to heart boy,
It's Christmas time, ain't no clowning around
And if you think you got something to prove boy,
Santa Claus is coming to town
I don't care about family and shopping malls,
Candy canes or the carolers decking the halls
I don't care about what you say Santa Claus
You're a bad brother breaking into people's garage
Jeez!
You got it wrong,
'Cause I'm just another regular guy,
Super powers and a penchant for the Yuletime
Is it a crime to give a little once in awhile,
I travel 'round the world trying to make people smile
I know that you take it too hard boy,
It's Christmas time, ain't no clowning around
And if you think you got something to prove boy,
Santa Claus is coming to town
C-H-R-I-S-T-M-A-S
Christmastime, Christmastime,
Christmastime,
Magic of Christmas,
Christmas, Christmastime,
Christmastime,
Have a good time!
@joseschmoe8509
cool
@brandonbare4640
This is the sequel to "I saw mommy kissing Santa Claus.