Silent Night/i Guess There Ain't No Santa Claus
Barry Manilow · Other Songs - Barry Manilow
(Instrumental)
I got evenings to spare
that nobody will share
I guess there ain't no Santa Clause
I don't flirt, I don't dance
cause I don't get a chance
I guess there ain't no Santa Clause
Jingle Bells
Wedding Bells
Ring so merely
but Jingle Bells
and Wedding Bells
never ring for me
like the clock on the shelf
I hold hands with myself
I guess there ain't no Santa Claus
I got wine, I got cheer
I got nobody here
I guess there ain't no Santa Claus
well they sure got it right
when they sing Silent Night
I guess there ain't no Santa Claus
lovers walk, holding hands
everywhere I go
ready, set, here I stand
'neath the mistle toe
sugarplums in my head
only me in my bed
I guess there ain't no Santa Claus
my dad and mother
told one another
they saw a future for me
but since I've grown up
I got to own up
It's not like they said it would be
lovers walk, holding hands
everywhere I go
ready, set, here I stand
'neath the mistle toe
sugarplums in my head
only me in my bed
I guess there ain't no Santa Claus
I guess there ain't no Santa Claus
I guess
guess there ain't no Santa Claus
Silent Night/i Guess There Ain't No Santa Claus
Barry Manilow's 1974 recording of 'Silent Night/i Guess There Ain't No Santa Claus' stands as a defining example of his holiday repertoire, blending traditional carol melodies with his signature pop sensibility. The track features a seamless transition between the serene 'Silent Night' and the satirical 'I Guess There Ain't No Santa Claus,' showcasing Manilow's ability to merge reverence with humor. Released during the height of his commercial success, the song became a staple of Christmas radio and remains a beloved part of his discography. Its enduring popularity highlights Manilow's skill in crafting accessible, emotionally resonant music that bridges generational gaps, cementing his status as a leading figure in modern holiday music.