About the song
Background of “Buy Me a Rose” by Kenny Rogers
- Released in 1999 on the album “She Rides Wild Horses”.
- Written by Jim Funk and Erik Hickenlooper.
- Became a major hit, reaching number one on the US country charts.
Themes in “Buy Me a Rose”
- Communication and emotional needs in marriage: The song explores the disconnect that can happen in a long-term relationship. The wife feels neglected despite her husband’s attempts to provide material things.
- Importance of small gestures: The song highlights how grand gestures don’t always express love as effectively as simple acts of affection and attention.
- Regret and redemption: The husband realizes his mistake and makes a conscious effort to reconnect with his wife through small, meaningful actions.
“Buy Me a Rose” is a relatable song for couples who might be facing similar issues in their relationship. It emphasizes the importance of open communication and expressing love in ways your partner appreciates.
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Lyrics
He works hard to give her all he thinks she wantsThree car garage, her own credit cardsHe pulls in late to wake her up with a kiss goodnightIf he could only read her mind she’d say:
“Buy me a roseCall me from workOpen a door for me what would it hurtShow me you love me by the look in your eyesThese are the litte thingsI need the most in my life”
Now the days have grownTo years of feeling all aloneShe can’t help but wonder what she’s doing wrongLately she’d try anything to turn his headWould it make a difference if she’d say:
“Buy me a roseCall me from workOpen the door for me what would it hurtShow me you love me by the look in your eyesThese are the litte thingsI need the most in my life”
And the more that he livesThe less that he triesTo show her the love that he holds insideAnd the more that she givesThe more that he seesThis is the story of youAnd me
So I bought you a roseOn the way home from workTo open the door to a heart that I hurtAnd I hoped you noticed this look in my eyesCause I’m gonna make things rightFor the rest of your life (rest of your life)And I’m gonna hold you tonightDo all those little thingsFor the rest of your life