“Santa Baby” was written by composer Philip (Phil) Springer and lyricist Joan Javits, with later versions also crediting Tony Springer as a co-writer on some recordings.

Songwriters

  • Philip Springer composed the music for “Santa Baby” in 1953 after being commissioned to create a Christmas song.
  • Joan Javits, niece of U.S. Senator Jacob Javits, wrote the original lyrics and is consistently credited as the song’s lyricist.
  • Some modern releases list Tony Springer alongside Phil Springer and Joan Javits as a songwriter, reflecting updated rights and credits on newer recordings.

Original release

  • The song was written specifically for Eartha Kitt, then a rising Broadway star, and released in 1953 as a playful, flirtatious Christmas tune.
  • Eartha Kitt’s original version became a classic and has since been covered by many major artists, helping keep the song in regular holiday rotation.

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