Lyrics Oh, Santa I've been waiting on you That's funny kid Because I've been coming for you Oh, Santa I've been killing just for fun Well, the party is over kid Because I, because I got a bullet in my gun A bullet in your what Don't shoot me Santa Clause I've been a clean living boy I promise you, did every little thing you ask me to I can't believe the things I'm going through Don't shoot me Santa Clause No one else around believes me But the children on the block they tease me I couldn't let them off that easy Oh, Santa It's been a real hard year There just ain't no getting around this Life is hard but look at me I turned out alright Hey, Santa Why don't we talk about it, work it out Believe me, this ain't what I wanted I love all you kids, you know that, hell I remember when you were just 10 years old Playing out in the desert Just waiting for a sip of that Sweet Mojave rain In the sweet Mojave rain The boy was on his own Don't shoot me Santa Clause I've been a clean living boy I promise you, did every little thing you ask me to I can't believe the things I'm going through Hey, Santa Clause No one else around believes me But the children on the block they tease me I couldn't let them off that easy They had it coming, so, why can't you see I couldn't turn my check no longer The sun is going down and Christmas is near Just look the other way and I'll disappear forever Don't shoot me Santa Clause No one else around believes me But the children on the street they tease me I couldn't let them off that easy Believe me Santa, Santa
I first heard this song when I was in high school and one thing that stood out to me was the way he says “Believes me” @ 3:35. Ten years later I’ve stumbled upon this song again and I just waited for that moment in the song. Just love it.
I cannot believe I have enjoyed and listened to this song ever since it came out, but this (2021) is the FIRST time I actually listen to it on Christmas. Merry Christmas everyone!
Matthew Gray Gubler did a great job of directing this! I had no idea. Yes, I’m here because of his Instagram post. Now onto the next MGG directed Killers video!
I watch this every time a teen kills themselves after beaten, this time adriana kuch, 14 took her life the day after her beating was posted online. i dont understand why she didnt kill her attackers first ua-cam.com/video/UjdtJmoDBMw/v-deo.html
This is honestly one of the funniest music videos I’ve ever watched. “Santa Age 8” makes me laugh out loud every single time, as does Mark, Dave and Ronnie disguised as Christmas trees
This year I have listened to this Xmas song the most!! I am obsessed with the sound of the guitar and when Brandon says “believes me” in the later part of the song! The Killers are just everything … I’ll never tire of listening to them x
That isn't irony. Maybe you could call it ironic if the song was asking the listeners to shoot themselves but it isn't and the song doesn't have anything to do with Christmas music being bad.
This is hands down the best Christmas song ever written and the best Christmas video ever filmed. Really wish it had more recognition because it definitely deserves many accodlades
+montse piña and in December (I don't know whether you know or not, Montse,) they came out with a sequel! Lol (;o)* It's called *Dirt Sledding*...Killers: as crazy as ever...eheh ehhh Season's greetings! Melody Fox d(*_*)b (aka Melody Chrismix and the Princess of Rock) Love Peace Music
1:50 yo that’s gube’s handwriting 😭🥺 I’ve loved the killer’s since high school, and now that I’m a fan of MGG too I can’t help but notice all of the little things in this video that just scream Matthew
I've always felt this song to be about the fear of going to hell and viewing God as a judge who wants to punish us for our sins while ignoring all the circumstances and pain we went through that led us to commit them. But God is not like that.
The best part about this, is that it doesn't sound like a Christmas song, it just sounds like a song, albeit a quirky one. Even though the subject is Santa, its not necessarily Christmas, therefore its got re-listen-ability I LOVE IT!!!
In 2007, when I received the first Gen IPOD touch during Christmas... the first song I listened to was this one. It was brand new... and a banger..... and still is.
In the heat of August, I love this song. I'd hate to think how many times I've played it and it never gets old. And when I put it on I have to hear it a few times in a row ! !
"I the sweet Mojave Rain, the boy was on his own" part sounds so cool on the earbuds/headphones. Listen to it separately. The left is his normal pitch and the right is a higher pitch 😊 2:13
Every now and again i need to go and re-listen to this song to prove to myself it is real and not some drug and alcohol induced delusion from my youth.
Each year, in December, I try to remember to listen to this, but I always forget about it. This year, I am listening to it IN JUNE. What's going on with my head?
Was just in Las Vegas for the first time and saw "Mojave Desert" on the map...of course "get a sip of that sweet mojave rain" was the first thing I thought of
Song is a true gem and a travesty to be included in worst Christmas songs. Love this song and their entire Christmas catalogue that can be found on Don’t Waste Your Wishes!
Baby Killers… LAS MEJORES CANCIONES NAVIDEÑAS, LAS MÁS DIVERTIDAS E INGENIOSAS ACTUALES SIEMPRE SON DE USTEDES! Gracias!!! Por consentirnos cada año con canciones especiales 🎄
This is the only Christmas related song that doesn't melt part of my soul, it's such a weird/quirky musical story and yet it has all the coolness/vibe of in their prime the Killers
This song does such a great job of conveying that feeling you get when you're begging Santa not to kill you.
🤣🤣🤣🎄⛄⛄ facts!
I hate it when he does that😢
Truly me when I am begging Santa not to shoot me
Right
Festive dread
"A bullet in your what?!" gets me everytime. Perfect delivery.
yes!!!
When I was 15, I thought this video was the funniest thing on earth. I'm 26 now, and it's still the funniest thing on earth.
Matthew Gray gubler directed this music video
Same here, I love it
At 40, this video still cracks me up!
@@genevagould8276 Same😁
Agree and I'm older
😆
I love how almost all of the Killer's music videos look like they'd make really interesting movies
Music Videos use to be mostly mini movies, I'm glad some have kept it up
Matthew gray gubler directed this
Yes! 🥰
The guy who plays Spencer Reid in Criminal Minds, Matthew Gray Gubler, directed this video.
THIS MAKES IT 1000000 TIMES BETTER OMG
That's why I love it so much. Bc of Matthew
no he didn't... you're thinking of Dirt Sledding
Susana Diaz He 100% did... look it up
+Susana Diaz yes he did
The best, and darkest, of The Killers’ Christmas songs. The whole “Santa age 8” still slays me.🤣
Sleighs you? 😉
@@jamiecase well played sir well played indeed
@@jamiecase I like what you did there 👏
Santa is Turkish. He doesn't have a gun, he just uses his fists. On heretics.
@@aclark903that's Saint Nicholas aka Sinterklaas
Ughhh the raw desperation in his voice during the last line always gets me. Hes really pleading. Amazing.
I love that too!
Brandon Flowers in a christmas sweater with minimal dancing and a mildly concerned expression as he plays maracas is my sexuality
Jajajaja🤣🤣🤣
Hahaha omg
3:13
I ... this might be the most perfect thing I've read in ages.
Crazed ginger Santa is mine
This is how I start every December and it’s still a great song.
You are not alone!
I wish there are more Christmas songs like this one.
Same here! Christmas isn't Christmas until I hear this song five times in a row.
I start this shit any time of the year
Я из россии, песня-классссссс!!!!!!
Lyrics
Oh, Santa
I've been waiting on you
That's funny kid
Because I've been coming for you
Oh, Santa
I've been killing just for fun
Well, the party is over kid
Because I, because I got a bullet in my gun
A bullet in your what
Don't shoot me Santa Clause
I've been a clean living boy
I promise you, did every little thing you ask me to
I can't believe the things I'm going through
Don't shoot me Santa Clause
No one else around believes me
But the children on the block they tease me
I couldn't let them off that easy
Oh, Santa
It's been a real hard year
There just ain't no getting around this
Life is hard but look at me I turned out alright
Hey, Santa
Why don't we talk about it, work it out
Believe me, this ain't what I wanted
I love all you kids, you know that, hell
I remember when you were just 10 years old
Playing out in the desert
Just waiting for a sip of that
Sweet Mojave rain
In the sweet Mojave rain
The boy was on his own
Don't shoot me Santa Clause
I've been a clean living boy
I promise you, did every little thing you ask me to
I can't believe the things I'm going through
Hey, Santa Clause
No one else around believes me
But the children on the block they tease me
I couldn't let them off that easy
They had it coming, so, why can't you see
I couldn't turn my check no longer
The sun is going down and Christmas is near
Just look the other way and I'll disappear forever
Don't shoot me Santa Clause
No one else around believes me
But the children on the street they tease me
I couldn't let them off that easy
Believe me Santa, Santa
This has been considered a classic Christmas song for me and my family
I first heard this song when I was in high school and one thing that stood out to me was the way he says “Believes me” @ 3:35. Ten years later I’ve stumbled upon this song again and I just waited for that moment in the song. Just love it.
That always stood out to me to, it’s so special.
I really like that part too, along with his "woo!" at 3:14
Yep. Seems like something Matthew Gray Gubler would direct.
exactly my thoughts
Omg yes
Yup that's my bby
I heard from an interview that he did direct one of their videos. Was it this one?
dirt sledding too i think
Ready for Christmas 2019 with this. It's a must for Christmas!!
yes
Yes. We just started this morning!
Check out dropkick Murphy's Christmas song. Also a must have!!
Essential Crimbo listening ;)
Ouço todo ano
It's that time of the year again... Now I can listen to this in public.
Guest what... it's that time again!
@@senorbolanosbolanos2764 lol
same doe
Hello! Good morning! And Merry Christmas even if you don't celebrate.
Yeas!!
Perfect song for 2020 Christmas!
CORRECT
Glad that I’m not the only one who thinks so
Same
Perfect song for EVERY Christmas
same here!
"Santa Age 8" gets me every time hahaha
hahhaha yeah funny af
Me too lol
just saw this for the first time laughing so hard
I love how it looks like Brandon cracks up when Santa says he turned out alright.
Looks disturbingly like my cousin ...
This NEVER gets old. No matter how many times I watch it over the years. I love it too much.
Brandon’s “whoo” at 3:14 gets me every time lol
We all say that "whoo" at the right time, too. lmao.
he said: whoo 👀
I cannot believe I have enjoyed and listened to this song ever since it came out, but this (2021) is the FIRST time I actually listen to it on Christmas.
Merry Christmas everyone!
Same here 😉
Me too!
Hi me from 2 years ago, you did it again. Merry Christmas!
this man has such a gorgeous voice, he can make a song out of anything and STILL make it sound great.
I just woke up in the middle of the night, in August, with this song in my head and an absolute urge to listen to it.
Dude I’m literally in the same exact scenario right now lmao
It does that to you, It’s addictive
Matthew Gray Gubler did a great job of directing this! I had no idea.
Yes, I’m here because of his Instagram post. Now onto the next MGG directed Killers video!
protect this song at all costs
Out of every Christmas song, I listen to this one the most.
Same here
The season is coming :D But for me it's always the season.
Mine is "merry christmas, kiss my ass" by all time low
Mine is all I want for Christmas is you by mcr
A Killer's Christmas was something I didn't know I needed
The entire album is essential this time of year
Even when they're making jokes songs no one takes seriously, it still sounds great
Who doesn't take this seriously
I take this one seriously as a song. Not Joel the lump of coal though. That's clearly a joke
@@Hii-ec6nr it would be silly to take it 100% seriously when he's talking about killing all those people and Santa shooting him
I watch this every time a teen kills themselves after beaten, this time adriana kuch, 14 took her life the day after her beating was posted online. i dont understand why she didnt kill her attackers first ua-cam.com/video/UjdtJmoDBMw/v-deo.html
Love the setting, the baby pictures, but the song and the straight faces while rocking the ugly Christmas sweaters are the best part of the video.
The guy in the Santa costume was having the time of his life. I love it! :'D
The Killers and The Gube brought me here. Love both talents so much.
Yea totally
Santa is a really righteous dude.
Never knew this existed until now, and I cannot believe it.
Yes! It's finally getting to that time of year where I can listen to this song without getting looks!
I feel you.
+Flame Games Tbh, if I play this video I get weird looks no matter what time of the year it is
+Flame Games Believe me, I still get looks this time of year singing this.
+- 007 - Dude you need to stop feeling strangers.
Joseph Laramie *touches sensually*
Matthew G and the killers = best thing EVER
100% AGREE
"You can choose the Christmas songs this year" "Oh, in this case..."
This is honestly one of the funniest music videos I’ve ever watched. “Santa Age 8” makes me laugh out loud every single time, as does Mark, Dave and Ronnie disguised as Christmas trees
Yeah, Mark, Dave and Ronnie disguised as Christmas trees breaks me up every time LOL
Am I the only person who listen this song all the year???
No 😍
Nope
No.
Yes out of 8 billion people it’s just you congratulations
This year I have listened to this Xmas song the most!! I am obsessed with the sound of the guitar and when Brandon says “believes me” in the later part of the song! The Killers are just everything … I’ll never tire of listening to them x
3:14 Brandon's really unenthusiastic "whoo" is such a hilarious touch lmao
Mood lol
今改めて聞いても本当良い曲。大好き。
I heard this song for the first time last week and I've been listening to it nonstop since then. It's beautifully bizarre and gorgeously sung.
The only Christmas song that doesn't make me want to shoot myself.
Ironically, it's about asking Santa not to be shot.
NitroRad o
NitroRad lol true
there are 11 more that won't make you want to shoot yourself. check them out
Nitro Rad
That isn't irony. Maybe you could call it ironic if the song was asking the listeners to shoot themselves but it isn't and the song doesn't have anything to do with Christmas music being bad.
At last a group who did and original song for Christmas.
How old are you, 12 ?
There are COUNTLESS Bands, Singers and Acts that have done "original" Songs, especially when it comes to HipHop
Eysenbeiss I'm 12 do you have a problem with that!
Christmas Lights Coldplay
This is hands down the best Christmas song ever written and the best Christmas video ever filmed. Really wish it had more recognition because it definitely deserves many accodlades
Still their best Christmas song.
+r13lilwendz Still THE best christmas song
+r13lilwendz said no one EVER
+fossy111 is that a killers song?
r13lilwendz Well I am saying it!!! It is my opinion.
Sam Monahan I think it is.
middle of july and im still singing this
Me too
hola gracias
+Tim Donovan :D November 2015, almost 9 years later and I still listen to iT :P because I loveeee it!
+montse piña and in December (I don't know whether you know or not, Montse,) they came out with a sequel! Lol (;o)* It's called *Dirt Sledding*...Killers: as crazy as ever...eheh ehhh
Season's greetings!
Melody Fox d(*_*)b (aka Melody Chrismix and the Princess of Rock)
Love Peace Music
Tim West same
"But the children on the block they tease me I couldn't let them off that easy" is this song about a mass shooting on christmas
...maybe...
Or before Christmas
Badass line.
Reindeer suicide bombers everywhere
Pumped up kicks with jingle bells
1:50 yo that’s gube’s handwriting 😭🥺 I’ve loved the killer’s since high school, and now that I’m a fan of MGG too I can’t help but notice all of the little things in this video that just scream Matthew
I JUST SAW HIS HANDWRITING TOO I WAS LIKE "wait thats matthew's handwriting-"
i love the almost impassive "woo" at like 3'15! cool song, cool video!
Fuck, even their joke songs are fucking amazing..
Have you ever heard their song they wrote for Yo Gabba Gabba?
FManAngryAmerican what song
Minitonka Spaceship Adventure
2009: It's been a real hard year.
2020: Tell me about it...
I love subversive Christmas songs like this.
I've always felt this song to be about the fear of going to hell and viewing God as a judge who wants to punish us for our sins while ignoring all the circumstances and pain we went through that led us to commit them. But God is not like that.
And that time of the year has finally arrived!!!
The best part about this, is that it doesn't sound like a Christmas song, it just sounds like a song, albeit a quirky one. Even though the subject is Santa, its not necessarily Christmas, therefore its got re-listen-ability
I LOVE IT!!!
In 2007, when I received the first Gen IPOD touch during Christmas... the first song I listened to was this one. It was brand new... and a banger..... and still is.
Finally! I get to listen to this song a million times for the next month.
To anyone who is reading this Merry Christmas and hope you have a great holiday.
Danella Nelson thank you, you too 🎄
In the heat of August, I love this song. I'd hate to think how many times I've played it and it never gets old. And when I put it on I have to hear it a few times in a row ! !
Can't get enough of this song!
Thank u Killers for making the only Christmas songs I can bear. Especially love this one.
How did I miss this for 11 years?!?!
Felicito a Matthew Gray Gubler por este perfecto video y sobre todo a The Killers por sus locas y apasionadas canciones
I did not need another reason to love MGG, as I already had a million and two. But now I know I have a million and three, so thank you.
The third "be-LIEVES ME " hits me right in the face everytime and I love it everytime.
Ok, its that time of the year again. let us enjoy!
At least Santa was nice enough to let him keep his sunglasses on.
Before he man handled him and took em off.
Great directing skills by Matthew Gray Gubler. 💖 (The main reason why I'm here. Haha!)
+Hayley Greguhn same XP
+Hayley Greguhn Reid!
Same
same!
same
Sorry Mariah... This is a real Christmas song 🤩😂❤️🌲
It's not even December yet but I've already started listening to this again
?? I have 5 Killers albums, how have I never heard this until today?!!?
Christmas. 🎄.
This is top tier Christmas music
Sweet, melancholic and weird. Such a classic song.
Thank god for Killers, making Christmas more alternative ;)
Its fucking epic
Gubler is an absolute genius! ❤️
Their best Christmas song so far and great video by Mathew :) Love them
"I the sweet Mojave Rain, the boy was on his own" part sounds so cool on the earbuds/headphones. Listen to it separately. The left is his normal pitch and the right is a higher pitch 😊 2:13
Every now and again i need to go and re-listen to this song to prove to myself it is real and not some drug and alcohol induced delusion from my youth.
One of my favorites ever! Greetings from the land of Santa. Thank you america for another great song!
Each year, in December, I try to remember to listen to this, but I always forget about it.
This year, I am listening to it IN JUNE. What's going on with my head?
Was just in Las Vegas for the first time and saw "Mojave Desert" on the map...of course "get a sip of that sweet mojave rain" was the first thing I thought of
Yoooooo it's about that time of the year again!
Brandon Flowers wrapped in tinsel. Who would need anything else?.....
Maybe some reindeer antlers, a candy cane in his nose and maybe Christmas tree bulbs in his ears, ( but hey, I'm just spitballing here!)
Marina Rhett Sturgill ahahahaha
I feel that best quote for 2020 is
"Oh Santa, it's been a real hard year..." 😅
Best music video ever?
"its been a real hard year" hittin harder in 2020
This song will be important in 2024 just like it was in the years before... oh Santa...
it's hilarious just to see Santa doing crazy stuff!
Como cada año, vengo a escuchar canciones navideñas de los Killers!! ❤️🎄Xmas 2022
Whoever created this video is awesome. This has been my favorite music video since it came out. I love it!!!
Song is a true gem and a travesty to be included in worst Christmas songs. Love this song and their entire Christmas catalogue that can be found on Don’t Waste Your Wishes!
If this were New Vegas, Santa would be Benny, Brandon would be the Courier, and the getaway car would be Victor.
this is how fallout new vegas starts
Who else has this on repeat for the 2024 Christmas season?
Нарепите каждый год)
im going to listen to this song every Christmas eve for the rest of my life
After the year I had, just go right ahead and do it man.
Baby Killers… LAS MEJORES CANCIONES NAVIDEÑAS, LAS MÁS DIVERTIDAS E INGENIOSAS ACTUALES SIEMPRE SON DE USTEDES! Gracias!!! Por consentirnos cada año con canciones especiales 🎄
Amén
the way they all look so serious in the nativity set is killing me
holidays are coming!!! finally i can hear the killers’ christmas songs without being judged.
This is the only Christmas related song that doesn't melt part of my soul, it's such a weird/quirky musical story and yet it has all the coolness/vibe of in their prime the Killers
BEST CHRISTMAS SONG
Ever!
3:48 I find it so funny the way that Brandon is frantically slamming the back of the car seat to get Dave to drive.