Kris Kringle Was A Car Thief

Wesley Willis · Other Songs - Wesley Willis

Once upon a time Kris Kringle stole a beat up Maverick

parked behind my house

He used a screwdriver to jimmy the lock

After that he jumped into the stolen car and started up the motor

He drove away the stolen car in hot pursuit



Kris Kringle

Kris Kringle

Kris Kringle

Kris Kringle

Kris Kringle was a car thief



Kris Kringle sped down West Fullerton Avenue looking for hookers

He was firewalling the throttle

When the Chicago police officers spotted the stolen

Maverick as it soon passed them they turned on their sirens

Then they went after the beat up stolen Maverick



Kris Kringle

Kris Kringle

Kris Kringle

Kris Kringle

Kris Kringle was a car thief



The police pulled Kris Kringle over

Kris Kringle tried to escape from the police

He was arrested for auto theft

He was whisked away to jail



Kris Kringle

Kris Kringle

Kris Kringle

Kris Kringle

Kris Kringle was a car thief

Kris Kringle was a car thief

Kris Kringle was a car thief

Kris Kringle was a car thief



Rock over London, rock on Chicago

Mitsubishi - the word is getting around

Kris Kringle Was A Car Thief

Wesley Willis delivers a sharp, satirical take on holiday tropes with 'Kris Kringle Was A Car Thief,' a track that blends punk energy with biting social commentary. Released as part of his discography, the song subverts the traditional Santa narrative, framing the jolly figure as a criminal rather than a benevolent giver. Willis's delivery is characterized by his signature aggressive vocal style and rhythmic intensity, typical of his work in the punk and alternative rock genres. The recording captures the raw, unpolished aesthetic often found in his catalog, prioritizing attitude and lyrical edge over production sheen. By targeting cultural icons with humor and disdain, the song exemplifies Willis's ability to transform mundane or festive themes into provocative statements, resonating with listeners who appreciate music that challenges norms through direct, confrontational performance.