Santa Claus Is Back in Town

Elvis Presley

About Santa Claus Is Back in Town

"Santa Claus Is Back in Town" is a Christmas song written in 1957 by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, and first recorded that year by Elvis Presley as the opening track on Elvis' Christmas Album, the best-selling Christmas/holiday album of all time in the United States. The song has become a rock and roll Christmas standard. "Santa Claus Is Back in Town" was paired with "Santa, Bring My Baby Back to Me" and was issued as a UK single concurrently with the album's release in 1957. The single reached #7 on the UK Singles Chart in November 1957. RCA rereleased the song as a 45 vinyl 7" single in 1985, PB-14237B, paired with "Merry Christmas, Baby". In 1980, the song reached no. 41 on the UK singles chart in December in a six-week chart run."Santa Claus Is Back in Town" backed with "Blue Christmas" was released by RCA Victor as a 45 single in 1965 in the US, reaching No. 4 on the Billboard Christmas Singles chart. The "Blue Christmas"/"Santa Claus is Back in Town" single was certified Platinum by the RIAA in 1999. 


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(Christmas, Christmas, Christmas)

Well, it's Christmas time pretty baby
And the snow is falling on the ground
(Christmas, Christmas)
Well, it's Christmas time pretty baby
And the snow is on the ground
(Christmas, Christmas)
Well, you be a real good little girl
Santa Claus is back in town
(Christmas, Christmas)

Got no sleigh with reindeer, no sack on my back
You're gonna see me coming in a big black Cadillac

Whoa oh it's Christmas time pretty baby
And the snow is falling on the ground
Well, you be a real good little baby
Santa Claus is back in town

(Christmas, Christmas, Christmas)

Hang up your pretty stockings, turn off the light
Santa Claus is coming, down your chimney tonight

Whoa oh oh oh it's Christmas time pretty baby
And the snow is falling on the ground
Well, you be a real good little baby
Santa Claus is back in town
(Christmas, Christmas, Christmas)

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Elvis Presley

Elvis Aron Presley (January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977) was an American singer and actor. A cultural icon, he is commonly known by the single name Elvis. One of the most popular musicians of the 20th century, he is often referred to as the "King of Rock and Roll" or simply "the King". more »

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Written by: Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller

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Song Details
"Santa Claus Is Back in Town" is a Christmas song by Elvis Presley. - It was written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, a famous songwriting duo of the mid-20th century. - The song was first released in 1957 on Presley's first holiday album, "Elvis' Christmas Album."
Song Performance
The song is noted for being a shift away from the traditional sentimentality and cheer of most Christmas songs. - Instead, Presley brought his rock and roll style to the song, making it distinctive and unique. - It is commonly regarded as one of the first rock and roll Christmas songs.
Song Popularity
"Santa Claus Is Back in Town" by Elvis Presley has been covered by many artists over the years. - Some notable covers include versions by Bruce Springsteen, Jon Bon Jovi, and Wynonna Judd. - Despite not being released as a single, the song has become a staple of holiday radio.
Song Recording
Elvis Presley recorded the song in the key of G major. - The session musicians who participated in the recording included Scotty Moore on guitar, Bill Black on the double bass, D.J. Fontana on drums, and Dudley Brooks on the piano. - The recording session took place at Radio Recorders in Hollywood.
Album History
Elvis' Christmas Album, which features "Santa Claus Is Back in Town," is the best selling Christmas album of all time in the United States. - It has sold over 20 million copies worldwide. - In addition to the rock and roll style of "Santa Claus Is Back in Town," the album also includes traditional holiday favorites and gospel numbers.
Pioneering Influence
"Santa Claus Is Back in Town," is regarded as pioneering influence in rock Christmas songs. - It inspired other rock musicians to record their versions of festive songs with a touch of rock and roll.
Association With Elvis
The song is also strongly associated with Elvis's annual Christmas traditions. - Every year at Graceland, Elvis’s home and now a museum, the song is played to start the Christmas season.

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