You have probably listened to so many renditions of Joan Javits, Phillip Springer, and Eartha Kitt’s 1953 cheeky and catchy classic “Santa Baby.” I too have, but one particularly stands out, and that is Cynthia Basinet’s own cover of the song. When I first heard it, I was awe-inspired and curious to know the person behind that delightful voice, and that’s how I got to know her. It turned out that many listeners weren’t as interested in learning more about the song’s vocalist and were instead under the mistaken impression that Marilyn Monroe was singing it—a misconception that has persisted to this day.
Don’t get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with her voice being compared to such a legend, but even so, I think Cynthia would appreciate more being recognized as her own artist, who did a phenomenal job with this cover, astonishing the world with her vocal expertise.
Interestingly, this tune was recorded in 1997, reportedly as a Christmas gift for Jack Nicholson. Such a lucky man, if you ask me. To learn more about her story, following Cynthia’s podcasts is highly recommended.
For over two decades now, Cynthia’s remarkable rendition of “Santa Baby” has mistakenly been attributed to Marilyn Monroe.
She sings like an angel, her jazzy vocal tones pouring through the mellow, smooth, and nostalgic foundation, tugging at a listener’s heartstrings and not departing from the cheeky tone of the song.
Her mesmerizing vocal display has earned the song widespread critical acclaim. The song has been played on radio playlists all over the world, has been inducted into editorial Christmas playlists, and has amassed millions of streams.
An award-winning author, successful fashion model, and remarkable actress, Cynthia is still a maverick of the music scene, and she deserves credit for recording such a rendition of a classic that will always stay with us!
Check out the link to add this song to your own Christmas playlist…you’ll be playing it quite a lot this holiday season!
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