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Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Chords – Guitar
A traditional Christmas song warning children to be on their best behavior. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Basic Strum (4/4 Time)
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Tip: Keep a steady, bouncy rhythm to match the playful warning of the lyrics.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C G7
You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Verse 2
C G7
You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Bridge
F C G7
Oh! You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Practice tip: The G7 chord leads strongly back to C; practice the C to G7 and F to G7 changes to keep the song flowing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G and Am.
Is "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town"?
It was written by J. Fred Coots, Haven Gillespie, and released in 1934.
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Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Chords – Ukulele
A traditional Christmas song warning children to be on their best behavior. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Basic Strum (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
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Tip: Keep a steady, bouncy rhythm to match the playful warning of the lyrics.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C G7
You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Verse 2
C G7
You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Bridge
F C G7
Oh! You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Practice tip: The G7 chord leads strongly back to C; practice the C to G7 and F to G7 changes to keep the song flowing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G and Am.
Is "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town"?
It was written by J. Fred Coots, Haven Gillespie, and released in 1934.
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Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Chords – Piano
A traditional Christmas song warning children to be on their best behavior. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Basic Strum (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
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Tip: Keep a steady, bouncy rhythm to match the playful warning of the lyrics.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C G7
You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Verse 2
C G7
You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Bridge
F C G7
Oh! You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Practice tip: The G7 chord leads strongly back to C; practice the C to G7 and F to G7 changes to keep the song flowing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G and Am.
Is "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town"?
It was written by J. Fred Coots, Haven Gillespie, and released in 1934.
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Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Chords – Banjo
A traditional Christmas song warning children to be on their best behavior. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Basic Strum (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
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Tip: Keep a steady, bouncy rhythm to match the playful warning of the lyrics.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C G7
You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Verse 2
C G7
You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Bridge
F C G7
Oh! You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Practice tip: The G7 chord leads strongly back to C; practice the C to G7 and F to G7 changes to keep the song flowing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G and Am.
Is "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town"?
It was written by J. Fred Coots, Haven Gillespie, and released in 1934.
Ctap to play
Ftap to play
Gtap to play
Amtap to play
Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Chords – Mandolin
A traditional Christmas song warning children to be on their best behavior. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Basic Strum (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
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Tip: Keep a steady, bouncy rhythm to match the playful warning of the lyrics.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C G7
You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Verse 2
C G7
You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Bridge
F C G7
Oh! You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Practice tip: The G7 chord leads strongly back to C; practice the C to G7 and F to G7 changes to keep the song flowing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G and Am.
Is "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town"?
It was written by J. Fred Coots, Haven Gillespie, and released in 1934.
Ctap to play
Ftap to play
Gtap to play
Amtap to play
Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Chords – Harmonica
A traditional Christmas song warning children to be on their best behavior. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.
Basic Strum (4/4 Time)
↓↓↑↑↓↑
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Tip: Keep a steady, bouncy rhythm to match the playful warning of the lyrics.
Lyrics & Chords
Full Song
Verse 1
C G7
You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Verse 2
C G7
You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Bridge
F C G7
Oh! You better watch out, you better not cry
C G7
You better not pout, I’m telling you why
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
Chorus
C G7
He’s making a list and checking it twice
C G7
Gonna find out who’s naughty and nice
C G7 C
Santa Claus is comin’ to town
F C
He sees you when you’re sleeping
F C
He knows when you’re a-wake
F C
He knows if you’ve been bad or good
G7
So be good for goodness sake!
Practice tip: The G7 chord leads strongly back to C; practice the C to G7 and F to G7 changes to keep the song flowing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town"?
You need 4 beginner-friendly chords: C, F, G and Am.
Is "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated beginner and uses only 4 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town" in?
It is in the key of C.
Who wrote "Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town"?
It was written by J. Fred Coots, Haven Gillespie, and released in 1934.