
Released: December 1963
Album: Initially a single, it later appeared on The Beach Boys' 1964 Christmas album.
Writers: Brian Wilson and Mike Love.
Inspired by the group’s popular car songs like "Little Deuce Coupe," the song reimagines Santa Claus as a hot rod driver speeding through the snow.
"Little Saint Nick" blends Christmas imagery with California car culture, featuring upbeat instrumentation, tight harmonies, and sleigh bells. It captures the carefree, sunny vibes of Southern California, even during winter, making it a beloved holiday classic.