Honeysuckle Rose
Bucky and John Pizzarelli Lyrics

The song "Honeysuckle Rose" by Bucky and John Pizzarelli is a playful love song with comparisons to nature. The opening line "Every honey bee fills with jealousy when they see you out with me" sets the tone for the rest of the song, linking the singer's lover to the sweetness of honey and the pleasant scent of honeysuckle. The singer continues to compliment their lover, saying that when they pass by flowers they droop and sigh, and that even taking sips from their lips is like tasting honey. The chorus repeats that the singer's lover is their "honeysuckle rose," affectionately comparing them to the pretty and fragrant flower. The final lines reiterate the sweetness of the singer's love, saying "Don't buy sugar, you just have to touch my cup, You're my sugar, it's sweeter when you stir it up."

Overall, the song is a joyful and flirty tribute to a loved one, using nature and food imagery to convey their sweetness and desirability. The repeated chorus and catchy melody reinforce the lightheartedness of the lyrics, making it a charming and memorable song.