Songs About Santa

Updated April 1, 2024

Several musicians have created music about Songs About Santa. Here are 20 of our favorites.

Jingle Bell Rock by Bobby Helms

From the album, Jingle Bell Rock/Captain Santa Claus (And His Reindeer Space Patrol), released on December 2, 1957

"Jingle Bell Rock" is a Christmas song written by Joseph Carleton Beal and James Ross Boothe. The song was first recorded by Bobby Helms in 1957. The song is written in the key of G major. The song has a fast tempo of 144 beats per minute.

Santa Tell Me by Ariana Grande

From the album, Santa Tell Me, released on November 24, 2014

The song is about a girl who is asking Santa for a boyfriend. The production details are not available.

La Santa by Bad Bunny

From the album, YHLQMDLG, released on February 29, 2020

Bad Bunny's "La Santa" is a reggaeton song with a heavy bass line and a catchy chorus. The song is about a man who is in love with a woman who is not interested in him. Bad Bunny sings about how he will never give up on her and how he will always be there for her. The song was produced by Tainy and co-produced by Sky.

Santa Claus Is Coming To Town by The Jackson 5

From the album, Christmas Album, released on October 15, 1970

"Santa Claus Is Coming To Town" is a song by The Jackson 5. It was written by Fred Coots and Haven Gillespie and produced by the group's father, Joseph Jackson. The song was released on October 7, 1970, by Motown Records as a single from the group's fourth studio album, Christmas Album (1970).

Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane) by Elvis Presley

From the album, Elvis' Christmas Album, released on October 15, 1957

The song "Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)" was written by Gene Autry and Oakley Haldeman and was published in 1947. The song is about Santa Claus coming to town and bringing presents for all the children. It was recorded by Elvis Presley in 1957 and was released as a single. The single reached number five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was produced by Steve Sholes and recorded at Radio Recorders in Hollywood, California.

Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town - Live at C.W. Post College, Greenvale, NY - December 1975 by Bruce Springsteen

From the album, Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town (Live at C.W. Post College, Greenvale, NY - December 1975), released in 1981

This song was recorded live at C.W. Post College in Greenvale, NY in December 1975.Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band are the performers. The song is written by John Frederick Coots and Haven Gillespie. The song is about Santa Claus coming to town and how he will know who has been naughty or nice. The song is uptempo and has a lot of energy.

M.... She Wrote by Tay-K

From the album, #SantanaWorld (+), released on December 14, 2017

"M.... She Wrote" is a song by Tay-K and is produced by S.Dot. The song talks about a girl that Tay-K has been seeing that is nothing but trouble. He talks about how she always gets him into trouble and how she is nothing but trouble.

Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane) - 1947 Version by Gene Autry

From the album, Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer And Other Christmas Classics, released in 1947

"Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)" is a Christmas song composed by Gene Autry and Oakley Haldeman and published in 1947. It was recorded by Gene Autry and His Melody Ranch Orchestra and was released on the 1947 single "Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)" b/w "Frosty the Snowman" (Columbia 38266). The song was originally written in 1945, but was not released until 1947. The song is light-hearted and upbeat, describing Santa Claus and his sleigh coming down the eponymous street to the delight of children everywhere. The lyrics include the line "Hang your stockings and say your prayers; 'Cause Santa Claus comes tonight." It is one of the most popular Christmas songs of all time.

Santa, Can’t You Hear Me by Kelly Clarkson

From the album, When Christmas Comes Around..., released on October 15, 2021

"Santa, Can’t You Hear Me" is a Christmas song by American singer Kelly Clarkson. The song was produced by Ron Fair. The song is a plea from a young girl to Santa, asking him to bring her a special present for Christmas. The chorus of the song includes the line “Santa, can’t you hear me? I have so much I wanna say”. The upbeat production of the song includes a combination of piano, guitar, and drums.

Santa Baby by Eartha Kitt

From the album, The Essential Eartha Kitt, released on March 15, 2011

"Santa Baby" is a popular Christmas song written by Joan Javits (lyrics) and Philip Springer (music). It was first performed by Eartha Kitt in 1953 and has since become a holiday classic. The song is about a woman trying to convince Santa to bring her extravagant gifts, such as a sable, a yatch, and a convertible car. The song was arranged by Henri Rene and produced by Milton DeLugg. It was recorded in New York City and released as a single in 1953. The recording reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and was later certified gold. It has since been covered by numerous artists, including Madonna, Kylie Minogue, and Taylor Swift.

Santa Monica by Everclear

From the album, Sparkle And Fade, released on January 1, 1995

"Santa Monica" is a song by the rock band Everclear, released in 1995 as the lead single from their second album Sparkle and Fade. It was written by Everclear lead singer and guitarist Art Alexakis. The song is a popular rock anthem that chronicles the story of a young man's journey to Los Angeles in search of a better life, but ultimately ending with his return, having failed to find the answers he sought. The song was produced by Dave Jerden, who had previously worked with bands such as Jane's Addiction and Alice in Chains. It was recorded at the Record Plant Studios in Los Angeles and mixed at the Record Plant in Sausalito, California. The song features a heavy, distorted guitar sound and a driving rhythm section. The chorus features backing vocals from members of the band, including lead guitarist Craig Montoya and bass player Mike Musburger. The song reached number 5 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 1 on the US Mainstream Rock chart. It has since become a popular staple in the rock canon and has been covered by various bands.

Santa Baby by Kylie Minogue

From the album, A Kylie Christmas, released on November 30, 2010

"Santa Baby" is a Christmas song originally written by Joan Javits and Philip Springer and popularized by Eartha Kitt in 1953. It was covered by Australian singer Kylie Minogue in 2000 for her Christmas album "Kylie Christmas". The song is a tongue-in-cheek look at how Santa Claus should bring her all the most luxurious gifts for Christmas. The production of "Santa Baby" was handled by British producer Steve Anderson, who is best known for his work with artists such as Dido, Sugababes and James Blunt. Anderson helped Minogue craft a smooth and jazzy arrangement for her version of the song, bringing out her signature vocal range with lush strings and gentle instrumentation. The single reached the top 40 in the UK and was nominated for the BRIT Award for Best Single in 2001.