One Rose
The First National Band Lyrics


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So blue
So lonesome too
But still true

Rosie,
Haunt me
Make me think of you
You're the one Rose that's left in my heart, dear
I love you, adore you, I do
Each night through Loveland we'll wander
Telling love's story anew

But then from blue skies a black cloud came rolling
Breaking my poor heart in two
But we ought not to part, I've said from the start
That you're the one Rose that's left in my heart

But we ought not to part, I've said from the start
That you're the one Rose that's left in my heart

You're the one Rose that's left in my heart, dear
I love you, adore you, I do
Each night through Loveland we'll wander
Telling love's story anew

But then from blue skies a black cloud came rolling
Breaking my poor heart in two




But we ought not to part, I've said from the start
That you're the one Rose that left in my heart

Overall Meaning

The song One Rose by The First National Band is a beautiful ballad that speaks of heartbreak and longing. The singer is blue and lonely, but still holds on to the memory of his beloved Rosie. He pleads with her to haunt him and make him think of her, showing how much he misses her.


The singer then admits that Rosie is the only one who holds a special place in his heart. He loves and adores her, and they walk through Loveland, reliving their love story each night. But then, out of nowhere, a black cloud rolls in and breaks his heart in two. Despite this, the singer insists that they should not part because Rosie is the one rose that's left in his heart, and he holds on to their love for her.


The song speaks to the power of love and the pain that comes with heartbreak. The singer's longing for his former love is palpable, and the lyrics express the depth of his emotions. The use of imagery, such as the black cloud, adds to the melancholy mood of the song. Overall, One Rose by The First National Band is a beautiful, emotional composition that captures the pains and pleasures of love.


Line by Line Meaning

So blue
Feeling really down and melancholy


So lonesome too
Also feeling lonely and disconnected


But still true
Despite these feelings, my love and devotion are genuine


Rosie,
Addressing the subject of my affection


Haunt me
Stay on my mind and torture me with your absence


Make me think of you
I can't help but constantly imagine you in my thoughts


You're the one Rose that's left in my heart, dear
You are the only person left that I truly care for and hold space for in my heart


I love you, adore you, I do
My feelings for you are deep and passionate


Each night through Loveland we'll wander
We'll take romantic strolls in Loveland and continue to build our love story


Telling love's story anew
Recounting the tale of our love each time we're together


But then from blue skies a black cloud came rolling
Unexpected and tragic events occurred in our lives


Breaking my poor heart in two
It deeply hurt me and left me feeling broken


But we ought not to part, I've said from the start
We should stay together no matter what, as I've always maintained


That you're the one Rose that's left in my heart
Because you are my one and only true love




Lyrics © SHAPIRO BERNSTEIN & CO. INC.
Written by: DEL LYON, LANI MCINTIRE

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