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Santa Claus is coming to town and stalking America

Switched on Pop

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The Evolution of 'Santa Claus is Coming to Town'

This chapter examines the transformation of 'Santa Claus is Coming to Town' from its original Tin Pan Alley form to a modern verse-chorus structure influenced by black musical traditions. It contrasts traditional and contemporary interpretations, focusing on how these reflect changing American societal identities and nostalgia through the decades. The discussion highlights the song's cultural significance and its adaptive nature across generations of artists.

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