Nat King Cole
The Little Boy That Santa Claus Forgot — Nat King Cole
Individual performer: Nat King Cole
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Nat King Cole began as a jazz pianist and became a much-loved interpreter of songs, with “Unforgettable” among his signature recordings. His voice is closely associated with “The Christmas Song”, better known to many by its opening mention of chestnuts. It’s an unhurried seasonal welcome, delivered with warmth rather than a need to shout.
Show Lyrics — The Little Boy That Santa Claus Forgot
He's the little boy that Santa Claus forgot, And goodness knows, he didn't want a lot. He sent a note to Santa For some soldiers and a drum, It broke his little heart When he found Santa hadn't come. In the street he envies all those lucky boys, Then wanders home to last year's broken toys. I'm so sorry for that laddie, He hasn't got a daddy, The little boy that Santa Claus forgot. (You know, Christmas comes but once a year for every girl and boy, The laughter and the joy they find in each brand new toy. I'll tell you of a little boy that lives across the way... This little fella's Christmas is just another day. He's the little boy that Santa Claus forgot, And goodness knows, he didn't want a lot.) In the street he envies all those lucky boys, Then wanders home to last year's broken toys. I'm so sorry for that laddie, He hasn't got a daddy, The little boy that Santa Claus forgot.
