Little Saint Nick

by The Beach Boys

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(Am7)Oh,

(D7)Mer ry Christ mas, (G)Saint Nick.

(Am7)Oh.

Well, (Am7)way up (D7)north where the (Am7)air gets (D7)cold, there’s a (G)tale a bout Christ mas that you’ve all been (G#dim7)told.

And a (Am7)real fa mous (D7)cat all dressed (Am7)up in (D7)red, and he (G)spends the whole the year work in’ out on his sled.

It’s the (C)Lit tle Saint Nick.

(Lit tle Saint Nick.) It’s the (Am7)Lit tle Saint Nick.

(Lit tle (D)Saint Nick.) Just a (Am7)lit bob (D7)sled, call it (Am7)Old Saint (D7)Nick, but she’ll (G)walk a to bog gan with a four speed (G#dim7)stick.

And She’s (Am7)can ap ple (D7)red with a (Am7)ski for (D7)a and when (G)San ta hits ’ry gas, man, just watch her sur peel.

It’s the (C)Lit tle Saint Nick.

(Lit tle Saint Nick.) It’s the (Am7)Lit tle Saint Nick.

(Lit tle (D)Saint Nick.) Just a (D)Saint Nick.)

(C)Run, run, rein deer.

(F)Run, run, rein deer.

Oh!

(C)Run, run, rein deer.

(A)Run, run, rein deer.

He don’t (CN.C.)miss no one.

And (G)Lit tle Saint Nick.

(Lit tle (E7)Saint Nick.) Ah,

(Am7)Mer ry (D7)Christ mas, (G)Saint Nick.

Ah,

(Am7)Mer ry (D7)Christ mas, (G)Saint Nick.

Ah, (G)Saint Nick.

Little Saint Nick by The Beach Boys — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Little Saint Nick” by The Beach Boys 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 G at 120 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.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

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Frequently asked questions

Is "Little Saint Nick" 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 "Little Saint Nick"?
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.