“I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas” is a lighthearted holiday song by Gayla Peevey, released in 1953. The song quickly became a favorite of many for its catchy tune and playful lyrics. Gayla Peevey was only 10 years old when she recorded the song, making her youthful voice part of what makes the song so memorable. The song was written by Jon Rox, and its whimsical lyrics about a young girl asking for a hippopotamus as a Christmas gift became an instant hit. The song was included in Peevey’s Christmas album, which was also released in 1953. Though it was recorded many years ago, it continues to be played during the holiday season, offering a nostalgic feel for listeners of all ages.
“I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas” is a fun and lighthearted holiday classic that has stood the test of time. Gayla Peevey’s youthful voice and the catchy, playful lyrics continue to bring joy to listeners during the holiday season. Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or the hundredth time, the song remains a cheerful and unique addition to any Christmas playlist.
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I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas Lyrics by Gayla Peevey
I want a hippopotamus for Christmas
Only a hippopotamus will do
I don’t want a doll
No dinky tinker toy
I want a hippopotamus to play with and enjoy
I want a hippopotamus for Christmas
I don’t think Santa Claus will mind, do you?
He won’t have to use
A dirty chimney flue
Just bring him through the front door
That’s the easy thing to do
I can see me now on Christmas morning
Creeping down the stairs
Oh what joy and what surprise
When I open up my eyes
To see a hippo hero standing there
I want a hippopotamus for Christmas
And only a hippopotamus will do
No crocodiles
No rhinoceroses
I only like hippopotamuses
And hippopotamuses like me too
Swing it
Mom says a hippo would eat me up but then
My teacher says a hippo is a vegetarian
There’s lots of room for him
In our two-car garage
I’d feed him there
And wash him there
And give him his massage
I can see me now on Christmas morning
Creeping down the stairs
Oh what joy and what surprise
When I open up my eyes
To see a hippo hero standing there
I want a hippopotamus for Christmas
And only a hippopotamus will do
No crocodiles
Or rhinoceroses-es
I only like hippopotamuses-es
And hippopotamuses like me too
