Don't Shoot Me Santa
The Killers
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Oh, Santa I've been waiting on you That's funny kid Because I've been coming for you Oh, Santa I've been killing just for fun Well, the party is over kid Because I, because I got a bullet in my gun A bullet in your what (Santa's got a bullet in his gun, you know it) (Santa's got a bullet in his gun) Don't shoot me Santa Clause I've been a clean living boy I promise you, did every little thing you ask me to I can't believe the things I'm going through Don't shoot me Santa Clause No one else around believes me But the children on the block they tease me I couldn't let them off that easy Oh, Santa It's been a real hard year There just ain't no getting around this Life is hard but look at me I turned out alright Hey, Santa Why don't we talk about it, work it out Believe me, this ain't what I wanted I love all you kids, you know that, hell I remember when you were just 10 years old Playing out in the desert Just waiting for a sip of that Sweet Mojave rain In the sweet Mojave rain The boy was on his own Don't shoot me Santa Clause I've been a clean living boy I promise you, did every little thing you ask me to I can't believe the things I'm going through Hey, Santa Clause No one else around believes me But the children on the block they tease me I couldn't let them off that easy They had it coming, so, why can't you see I couldn't turn my check no longer The sun is going down and Christmas is near Just look the other way and I'll disappear forever Don't shoot me Santa Clause No one else around believes me But the children on the street they tease me I couldn't let them off that easy Believe me Santa, Santa
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Written by: Brandon Flowers, Dave Brent Keuning, Mark August Stoermer, Ronnie Jr. Vannucci
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Don't Shoot Me Santa" was released by The Killers as a digital download on November 27, 2007.
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Charity InitiativeThe song was released as part of the band's annual Christmas singles tradition, aimed to raise funds for Product Red, an organization that seeks to fight AIDS in Africa.
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Music VideoThe official video for "Don't Shoot Me Santa" was shot in the Mojave Desert and directed by Matthew Gray Gubler, an actor known for his role on CBS' Criminal Minds. The video is widely recognized for its unique and dark comedic approach to the Christmas season.
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Song ConceptThe song explores a unique narrative wherein Santa Claus is an avenging killer, distancing itself from traditional Christmas songs.
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Holiday Tradition"Don't Shoot Me Santa" was The Killers' second Christmas single, following their 2006 song "A Great Big Sled." This marked the continuation of a tradition where The Killers released a new Christmas song every year until 2016.
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Song CollaborationThe track was written by the four members of The Killers, Brandon Flowers, Dave Keuning, Mark Stoermer, and Ronnie Vannucci Jr.
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Charts PerformanceDespite its unconventional theme, the song charted in more than five countries and reached the top spot on Billboard's Hot Singles Sales chart.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various indie and alternative artists, showing its influence within the sector.
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Pop Culture Reference"Don't Shoot Me Santa" has been featured in various Christmas-themed TV episodes and movies, adding to its status as a unique Christmas song in mainstream media.
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Lyrics MeaningDespite the dark humor, the lyrics of the song subtly reflect the time's social and global concerns. The narratives in the song can be interpreted as commentary on the darker aspects of society during the holiday season.
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