Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
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G
You better watch out
C
You better not cry
G
You better not pout
C
I'm telling you why
G D7 G
Santa Claus is coming to town
G
He's making a list
C
And checking it twice
G C
Gonna find out who's naughty and nice
G D7 G
Santa Claus is coming to town
G7 C
He sees you when you're sleeping
G7 C
He knows when you're awake
A7 D
He knows if you've been bad or good
A7 D
So be good for goodness sake
G
You better watch out
C
You better not cry
G
You better not pout
C
I'm telling you why
G D7 G
Santa Claus is coming to town
G D7 G
Santa Claus is coming to town
How to play Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.