Santa Claus Is Coming to Town facts for kids
"Santa Claus is Coming to Town" is a very popular Christmas song. It was first created and recorded in 1934. This song has been sung by many famous singers over the years.
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About the Song
"Santa Claus is Coming to Town" was written by two talented people. The words, or lyrics, were written by Haven Gillespie. The music was composed by John Frederick Coots. They created a song that quickly became a holiday favorite.
When the Song Was First Heard
The song was first performed on the radio in November 1934. It was sung by Eddie Cantor on his radio show. People loved it right away! Over 30,000 copies of the sheet music were ordered the very next day. By Christmas, over 400,000 copies had been sold.
Famous Singers and Versions
Many famous artists have recorded their own versions of "Santa Claus is Coming to Town." Some of these include:
- Bing Crosby
- The Andrews Sisters
- Bruce Springsteen
- Chicago
- Dolly Parton
- The Jackson 5
- The Crystals
- Mariah Carey
- The Beach Boys
- Michael Bublé
- The Carpenters
- The Four Seasons (band)
Each artist brings their own style to the song, making it sound a little different every time.
The Television Special
Around 1970, the song was made into a special television show. This animated special helped tell the story of Santa Claus. It became a beloved part of holiday traditions for many families.
