Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)

by Gene Autry

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(F)Here comes San ta Claus!

Here comes San ta Claus!

(C7)Right down San ta Claus Lane!

Vix en and Blitz en and all his rein deer are (F)pull ing on the rein.

(Bb)Bells are (Bdim)ring ing, (D7)chil dren sing ing, (Gm)all is (C7)mer ry and (F)bright.

(Bb)Hang your (Bdim)stock ings and (F)say your (D7)pray’rs, ’cause (Gm)San ta Claus (C7)comes to (F)night.

(F)Here comes San ta Claus!

Here comes San ta Claus!

(C7)Right down San ta Claus Lane!

He’s got a bag that is filled with toys for the (F)boys and girls a (F7)gain.

(Bb)Hear those (Bdim)sleigh bells (F)jin gle (D7)jan gle, (Gm)what a (C7)beau ti ful (F)sight.

(Bb)Jump in (Bdim)bed, cov er (F)up your (D7)head, ’cause (Gm)San ta (C7)Claus comes to (F)night.

(F)Here comes San ta Claus!

Here comes San ta Claus!

(C7)Right down San ta Claus Lane!

He does n’t care if you’re rich or poor, for he (F)loves you just the same.

(Bb)San ta (Bdim)knows that (D7)we’re God’s chil dren, (Gm)that makes (C7)ev ’ry thing (F)right.

(Bb)Fill your (Bdim)hearts with a (F)Christ mas (D7)cheer, ’cause (Gm)San ta Claus (C7)comes to (F)night.

(F)Here comes San ta Claus!

Here comes San ta Claus!

(C7)Right down San ta Claus Lane!

He’ll come a round when the chimes ring out, then it’s (F)Christ mas morn a (F7)gain.

(Bb)Peace on (Bdim)earth will (F)come to (D7)all if (Gm)we just (C7)fol low the (F)light.

(Bb)Let’s give (Bdim)thanks to the (F)Lord a (D7)bove, ’cause (Gm)San ta (C7)Claus comes to (F)night.

(F)night.

Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane) by Gene Autry — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)” by Gene Autry in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of Bb at 140 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is "Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.