The rose
Anne-Kathrin Dern Lyrics
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I don't go to the same places
I didn't think about the growing pains
when I prayed for changes
Just for a second I let it in
I couldn't tell you it was better
It doesn't matter it was easy then,
It doesn't matter it was comfortable.
I don't expect you to remember me
Good intentions and bad timing
Hope it doesn't last
You overlook the subtleties
till it becomes rose-colored past
It's slow pulling away from who you were before
And everyone I used to know, they don't know me anymore
And I don't know where it went so suddenly.
I don't expect you to remember me
I don't know the songs I used to sing when there was someone to sing harmony
When I had something to say, it got lost along the way
And I don't know where it went so suddenly.
I don't expect you to remember me
The lyrics of Anne-Kathrin Dern's song "The Rose" have a calming and optimistic tone that encourages listeners to find comfort in creativity and beauty. The singer explains that whenever they are feeling down, they draw roses on paper, noting the power of imagination in transforming their mood. They remind listeners to appreciate living roses and to leave them untouched. The chorus expresses gratitude, acknowledging the good things in life that are often forgotten in times of struggle. The second verse, performed by a male guest artist, describes the symbolic meanings of different colors of roses and emphasizes the importance of persistence and hard work in creating art.
The central message of the song seems to be that beauty, art, and the natural world have a powerful ability to heal and uplift the spirit. The rose, as a symbol of love, friendship, and fleeting beauty, becomes a metaphor for the impermanent yet precious joys of life. By focusing on the act of drawing or observing roses, the singer is able to take a break from their worries and connect with something larger than themselves. The use of colors and the mention of Valentine's Day give the song a romantic quality, but the overall mood is more contemplative than sentimental. The repetition of the line "please don't worry we're forgiven" reinforces the notion that mistakes and struggles are a normal part of life, and that forgiveness and self-acceptance can lead to inner peace.
Line by Line Meaning
When I'm down, I just draw some roses
To improve her mood, the artist draws roses.
On a pretty piece of paper
The roses are drawn on a visually appealing surface.
With my recipe open
She is following a specific method or process for drawing roses.
So halfway through, I feel so much better
After drawing for a while, her mood begins to improve.
I imagine happiness, and it runs right to me, such amazing beauty
Her positive thoughts attract happiness to her, resulting in a beautiful experience.
You don't have to, cut up no roses
Cutting up roses is unnecessary; leaving them whole is enough.
Please just leave them living
Roses should be allowed to live and exist naturally.
Got my pencil, got pretty paper
The artist is prepared with the necessary tools.
Please don't worry we're forgiven
There is no need to worry; forgiveness has been granted.
I have found, just the perfect feelin'
She has discovered a state of mind that is perfect.
Finally cause I'm grateful
Attaining this state of mind has made her grateful.
I can feel your spirit, comin' closer on me
She is sensing a spiritual presence or connection.
It is grand, just to be reminded
Being reminded of positive things is a great experience.
Reminded of the good things
Being reminded of the good things in life improves her mood.
Living in a new day, that no one can tear down
Each day is a new opportunity that cannot be destroyed by others.
Yellow for friendship, red for love
Different colors of roses have different symbolic meanings.
Black for the universal stars above
Black roses represent the mysteries of the universe.
Pink buds that I bought her on Valentine
She once bought pink roses for someone on Valentine's Day.
She said it was forever then she changed her mind
The person she bought the roses for changed their mind about the permanence of their relationship.
I said a little prayer then I cleared my eyes
She said a prayer and wiped away tears related to the memories of the pink roses.
Started off with a oget, natural poget
Unclear meaning; possibly related to the process of drawing roses.
I ain't Picasso but that ain't important
She does not need to be a master artist like Picasso in order to create something beautiful and meaningful.
Faith, smart dude never graduated high school
Faith in oneself is important, even if one does not have formal education.
Stay tuned I'm a show you how my art move
She will demonstrate her artistic process.
Shape and dimension flow and extension
Creating art involves consideration of different visual and spatial elements.
Symmetry shade, blowin' out the frame
More artistic language that relates to creating visually appealing compositions.
Sign off my name Dante when I'm finished
She signs her name as the artist who created the piece.
Put it to your memory for permanent exhibit
The creation will become a permanent memory or part of someone's art collection.
Love, hard work and it's worth every minute
Creating art requires love and effort, but it is worth it in the end.
Abstract is still life real life kinetic
Even non-representational art can represent real life and emotion.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Anne Pashley-Troutman
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