Up On The Housetop

Jackson 5 · The Jacksons 5 Christmas Album [1970]

Here comes santa claus

Here comes santa claus

Here he comes, here he comes



Here comes santa claus

Here comes santa claus

Here he comes, here he comes



Up on the housetop, reindeer pause

Out jumps good old santa claus

Down through the chimney with lots of toys

All for everyone's christmas joys



Tito had just one desire

That he gets a new guitar

But he wants a guarantee

That it won't play out of key



Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Up on the housetop, click, click, click,

Down through the chimney with old st. nick



(I said) ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Up on the housetop, click, click, click,

Down through the chimney with old st. nick



Here comes santa claus

Here comes santa claus

Here he comes, here he comes



Here comes santa claus

Here comes santa claus

Here he comes, here he comes



Jackie's almost six feet tall

But no hot shot at basketball

Bring him a basket three feet tall

Maybe he'll play like a pro



Marlon wears his shoes so thin

He's gone through his socks again

He's always dancin' as you know

(so bring me some shoes with lots of sole)



Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Up on the housetop, click, click, click,

Down through the chimney with old st. nick



(I said) ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Up on the housetop, click, click, click,

Down through the chimney with old st. nick



Patter patter pitter patter

Pitter patter patter

Pitter patter pitter patter

Pitter patter patter



Oh dasher, dancer, prancer and vixen

Come on comet, cupid, donner and blixen

To the top of the porch, to the top of the wall

Now dash away, dash away, dash away all!



Did you read santa claus my list?

All the girls you're waiting to kiss?

Mike, that list was only a joke

Too late, jermaine, he's bringing you mistletoe



But you just want toys and stuff

Yeah, but that's not even half enough

What I want means more than fun

What's that? - love and peace for everyone



Up on the house top reindeer stand

Waiting for that dear old man

Up to the chimney with gifts to spare

And lots of christmas joy to share



Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Up on the housetop, click, click, click,

Up out through the chimney with old st. nick



Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Up on the housetop, click, click, click,

Up through the chimney with old st. nick



Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Up on the housetop, click, click, click,

Up through the chimney with old st. nick



Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Ho, ho, ho! who wouldn't go?

Up on the housetop, click, click, click,

Up through the chimney with old st. nick

Up On The Housetop

The Jackson 5's rendition of 'Up On The Housetop' appears on their 1970 holiday record, The Jacksons 5 Christmas Album. This recording captures the group's signature blend of soulful energy and tight harmonies, reimagining a traditional Christmas standard through a Motown lens. As part of their early discography, the track highlights the young vocalists' ability to infuse festive material with genuine warmth and rhythmic drive. The song stands as a testament to the band's versatility during their formative years, showcasing their capacity to elevate familiar melodies into dynamic performances. This version remains a cherished example of how the group approached seasonal music, balancing reverence for the classic tune with their own distinct stylistic flair.