by Skylar, age 9 from Yonkers, New York, asks Santa about the song’s lyrics, Westchester County, and the city’s commuter connection to NYC.
Dear Santa, my name is Skylar, and I am nine years old. I live in Yonkers, New York, where my mom says our city sits right along the Hudson River, just north of the big city.
Dear Skylar, a spot right along that famous river makes for one of the easiest landmarks to spot on my entire route, your mom picked a truly well-placed hometown.
Santa, I have three questions.
What are the lyrics to Mariah Carey’s ‘Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town’? My aunt plays her version on repeat all December long.
Those particular words belong to the songwriters and the singer who recorded them, Skylar, so I will leave the exact lyrics to your aunt’s playlist. What I can say is that a powerful, joyful voice singing a classic song always makes December feel a little brighter.
My mom says Yonkers is the largest city in Westchester County. Is that true?
It is true, Skylar, Yonkers holds the title of the largest city in Westchester County, right along the Hudson River. I always enjoy that glimmering waterway on my way to your rooftop.
My mom says a lot of people who live here commute into New York City for work every day. Is that true?
It is true, Skylar, many Yonkers residents travel into New York City daily, a steady rhythm of comings and goings. That kind of hardworking routine, day after day, deserves real appreciation, especially around the holidays.
Merry Christmas, Santa.
Your friend,
Skylar Monroe
Yonkers, New York
P.S. Will you hum along with my aunt’s version this year?
I will do my best, Skylar, though my humming is better appreciated at a respectful distance.
