Ma Blushin' Rosie
Al Jolson & Bing Crosby Lyrics

The lyrics to Al Jolson’s song “Ma Blushin’ Rosie” convey a sense of longing and affection for a woman named Rosie. The first verse sets the scene for the song, with the singer expressing a desire to have his “little bunch of sweetness” by his side. He goes on to say that he calls her name almost every night, which indicates that she is often on his mind. The chorus of the song has a more upbeat feel to it, with the singer addressing Rosie directly and referring to her as his “posie” and his “heart’s bouquet”. He implores her to come out into the moonlight so that he can express his love for her, singing “there’s something sweet love, I want to say”. The chorus is repeated twice, emphasizing the singer’s affection for Rosie.

The song’s lyrics also make use of vivid imagery to describe Rosie. She is described as being captivating, with “ruby lips” that the singer is eager to greet. Her beauty is so striking that she puts the rose to shame, a testament to her allure. The song’s lyrics also indicate that Rosie is someone who is very dear to the singer’s heart, with her being referred to as “My Blushin’ Rosie” and “My Posie Sweet”. These terms of endearment communicate the singer’s feelings of affection and tenderness.