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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Capo
None
Chords
G · Em · Am · D · C
Santa Baby Chords – Guitar
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
G · Em · Am · D · C
Santa Baby Chords – Ukulele
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
G · Em · Am · D · C
Santa Baby Chords – Piano
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
G · Em · Am · D · C
Santa Baby Chords – Banjo
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
G · Em · Am · D · C
Santa Baby Chords – Mandolin
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Key
G
Difficulty
Beginner
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
G · Em · Am · D · C
Santa Baby Chords – Harmonica
Eartha Kitt’s classic, sultry Christmas list to Santa Claus. Beginner difficulty in the key of G.
Swing Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep the rhythm light and bouncy to match the playful, coy tone of the song.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
G – C
G
C – G
G – C
Chorus
G – C
G
C – G
Verse 2
G
C
G
C – G
Bridge
C
G
C – G
G – C
Chorus
G – C
G
C – G
Verse 3
G
C
G
G – C
Chorus
G – C
G
C – G
Verse 4
G
C
C – G
G – C
Bridge
C
G
C – G (×2)
Chorus
G – C
G
C – G
Outro
G
C
G
Practice tip: The chord progression is mostly G and C. Practice switching between these two chords cleanly before adding the strum pattern to maintain the song’s smooth, jazzy feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Santa Baby"?
You need 5 beginner-friendly chords: G, Em, Am, D and C.
Is "Santa Baby" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 5 chords in the key of G, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Santa Baby" in?
It is in the key of G.
Who wrote "Santa Baby"?
It was written by Joan Ellen Javits, Philip Springer, Tony Springer, and released in 1953.