"Santa Baby" is a popular Christmas song originally recorded by Eartha Kitt in 1953. Emma Bunton, also known as Baby Spice from the Spice Girls, released her own version of the song in 2001. The song is sung from the perspective of a woman, addressing Santa Claus as "Santa baby" throughout the lyrics. She starts by asking Santa to bring her a diamond and expresses that she has been a good girl. The lyrics suggest that she wants Santa to bring her luxurious gifts like a convertible car, a yacht, and even the deed to a platinum mine. She emphasizes that she has been well-behaved and deserving of these extravagant presents. The song also mentions the narrator's romantic desires, implying that she has missed out on some fun and hasn't kissed all the guys she wanted to. She states that she could be just as good next year if Santa fulfills her wishes. Throughout the song, the narrator addresses Santa in various sweet and flirty ways, like "Santa baby," "Santa honey," and "Santa cutie." She asks Santa to fill her stocking with a duplex and cheques, and even asks for a ring, but clarifies that she means a ring as in an engagement ring, not a phone call. Overall, "Santa Baby" is a playful and cheeky Christmas song that expresses a desire for extravagant gifts and romantic attention from Santa Claus. It captures the excitement and anticipation of the holiday season.
