[Ariana Grande:]
Santa, baby, slip a Sable under the tree for me (Mm-hmm)
I’ve been an awful good girl
Santa, baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight
[Liz Gillies:]
Santa, baby, a ’54 convertible too, light blue
I’ll wait up for you, dear
Santa, baby, and hurry down the chimney tonight
[Ariana Grande (Liz Gillies) {Both}:]
Think of all the fun I’ve missed
Think of all the fellas that I haven’t kissed
(Next year, I could be just as good)
{If you check off} my {Christmas list}
[Liz Gillies (Ariana Grande):]
(Santa, baby), I want a yacht and really that’s (not a lie)
I’ve been an angel all year
(Santa, baby), and hurry down the chimney tonight
[Ariana Grande:]
Mm, yeah
Santa, honey, the one thing that I really do need
The deed to a platinum mine
Santa, honey, so hurry down the chimney tonight
[Liz Gillies (Ariana Grande) {Both}:]
Come and trim my Christmas tree
With some decorations bought at Tiffany’s
(I really do believe in you)
{Let’s see if you believe in me}
[Ariana Grande (Liz Gillies) {Both}:]
Santa, baby, forgot to mention one little thing
A ring, yeah
But I don’t mean on the phone
(Santa, baby, and hurry down the chimney tonight)
{So hurry down the chimney tonight}
[Ariana Grande (Liz Gillies):]
Waiting
(Hurry, tonight)
Hurry down the chimney tonight
A Modern, Playful Take on a Holiday Classic
Ariana Grande’s rendition of “Santa Baby,” featuring Liz Gillies, brings a fresh, youthful charm to this beloved holiday classic. The lyrics brim with playful flirtation, as both singers make cheeky requests to Santa Claus for extravagant gifts—from a sable coat and a convertible to a yacht and a platinum mine. Their lighthearted banter and vocal chemistry give the song a sense of fun, while still channeling the original’s vintage allure. The playful wish list and the clever wordplay reflect a modern twist, making the track both nostalgic and delightfully contemporary.
A Festive Duet Full of Whimsy
The duet stands out for its witty exchange and the way Ariana and Liz harmonize, creating a festive atmosphere filled with glamour and anticipation. The requests for luxury gifts, paired with tongue-in-cheek admissions of having been “an awful good girl,” keep the song’s mood light and entertaining. Their performance is a joyful celebration of holiday dreams and the playful side of Christmas traditions.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: Joan Javits, Philip Springer, Tony Springer
- Release Year: 2013
- Label: Republic Records