Honeysuckle Rose
Art Tatum Trio Lyrics

The Art Tatum Trio's "Honeysuckle Rose" has fun and flirty lyrics that depict the singer's love and admiration for their partner. The first verse, "Every honey bee fills with jealousy, when they see you out with me", plays with the idea that the honey bees, who are usually busy gathering pollen and nectar, stop and take notice when the singer is with their lover. It shows that the singer's lover is so captivating that even the bees are jealous of their time together.

The chorus, "Goodness knows, you're my honeysuckle rose", is a loving declaration of how the singer feels about their partner. The phrase "honeysuckle rose" is a clever metaphor for their lover - just as honeysuckle is a flower that produces sweet nectar, the singer's lover is someone who brings joy and sweetness to their life. The line "when you're passin' by flowers droop and sigh, and I know the reason why" emphasizes the singer's belief that their partner is so beautiful and captivating that even the flowers can't help but be enchanted by their presence.

The second verse reaffirms the singer's love for their partner, stating "when I'm taking sips from your tasty lips, seems the honey fairly drips". This line emphasizes the physical attraction between the singer and their lover, and how they find each other irresistible. The song as a whole provides a sweet and whimsical picture of love, capturing the giddiness and joy that comes with being in a new relationship.