About the song Santa Claus Is Coming To Town (Crystals)
“Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” is a Christmas song written by J. Fred Coots and Haven Gillespie. It was first recorded by Harry Reser and His Band in 1934. The song has since been covered by over 200 artists, including The Crystals.
The Crystals’ version of the song was released in 1963 as a single on the Philles record label. The song reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 11 on the Billboard R&B Singles chart.
[Image of The Crystals performing Santa Claus Is Coming to Town]
The Crystals’ version of the song is known for its catchy melody and up-tempo beat. The song’s lyrics are about Santa Claus and his impending arrival. The song warns children to be on their best behavior, as Santa Claus is watching them and will determine whether they will receive a lump of coal or a gift of toys.
The Crystals’ version of “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” is a classic Christmas song that continues to be popular today. The song is played on radio stations all over the world during the Christmas season. It is also featured in many Christmas movies and television specials.
Here are some additional facts about the song:
- The song was originally written for a children’s radio show.
- The song has been translated into over 30 languages.
- The song has been used in over 50 films and television shows.
- The song is considered to be one of the most popular Christmas songs of all time.
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Santa Claus Is Coming To Town (Crystals) Lyrics
Jimmy, I just came back from a lovely trip along the Milky WayI stopped off at the North Pole to spend a holiday I called on dear old Santa Claus To see what I could see He took me to his workshop And told his plans to meNow Santa is a busy manHe has no time to play He’s got millions of stockings to fill on Christmas day You better write your letter now And mail it right away Because he’s getting ready his reindeers and his sleigh You better watch out, you better not cry You better not pout, I’m telling you why Santa Claus is comin’ to town Santa Claus is comin’ to town Santa Claus is comin’ to townHe’s making a list, he’s checking it twiceHe’s gonna find out who’s naughty or nice Santa Claus is comin’ to town Santa Claus is comin’ to town Santa Claus is comin’ to townHe sees 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 Oh! You better watch out, you better not cry You better not pout, I’m telling you why Santa Claus is comin’ to town Santa Claus is comin’ to town Santa Claus is comin’ to town With little tin horns and little toy drums Rooty toot toots and rummy tum tums Curly head dolls that toddle and coo Elephants, boats, and kiddie cars too Santa Claus is comin’ to town Santa Claus is comin’ to town Santa Claus is comin’ to townThe kids in girl and boy land will have a jubileeThey’re gonna build a Toyland all around the Christmas tree So, you better watch out, you better not cry You better not pout, I’m telling you why Santa Claus is comin’ to town Santa Claus is comin’ to town Santa Claus is comin’ to townSanta Claus is comin’ to town