Tennessee Rose

Emmylou Harris

About Tennessee Rose

"Tennessee Rose" is a song written by Karen Brooks and Hank DeVito, and recorded by American country music artist Emmylou Harris. It was released in January 1982 as the second single from the album Cimarron. The song reached number 9 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


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1981
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Well it's a sweet dream 
That keeps me close to you dear 
And it's a sad thing 
That we're apart, I'm blue dear 
And there are times now 

I thank the heavens up above 
When I'm with the one that I love 

Now there are diamonds 
That some may long to see 
And they may shine 
But not bright enough for me 

I wouldn't take no 
The whole world dipped in gold 
For a night with my Tennessee Rose 

Take this love that I am giving 
For it's truly the lasting kind 
The gift I hold is believing 
That you will always be mine 

Take this love that I am giving 
For it's truly the lasting kind 
The gift I hold is believing 
That you will always be mine 

Oh, oh, oh
Oh oh oh, oh, oh oh oh
Oh, oh oh, oh oh
Oh, oh oh, oh oh

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Emmylou Harris

Emmylou Harris (born April 2, 1947) is an American singer-songwriter and musician. She has released many chart-topping albums and singles over the course of her career, and has won 12 Grammys and numerous other awards. more »

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Written by: HANK DEVITO, KAREN BROOKS

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Tennessee Rose" is a song by Emmylou Harris, an American singer, songwriter, and musician. She is known for her contributions to country, folk, and Americana music.
Album Detail
"Tennessee Rose" is a track from Emmylou Harris's album "Cimarron", released in 1981.
Song Writers
The song "Tennessee Rose" was written by Karen Brooks and Hank DeVito.
Inspirational Genre
"Tennessee Rose" is marked by the influence of the country and western music tradition in terms of both musical composition and lyrical content.
Noteworthy Collaboration
Hank DeVito, one of the songwriters, is also an accomplished pedal steel guitarist and had collaborated with Emmylou Harris on several albums.
Critical Reception
Though the album "Cimarron" did not peak at high chart positions, "Tennessee Rose" is often recognized for its heartfelt narrative and the quality of Emmylou Harris's vocal delivery.
Lyrics Content
The song is a sentimental ballad, with lyrics painting a vivid picture of longing and love. The "Tennessee Rose" in the title is symbolic of the person being longed for in the song.
Album Theme
Like many songs on the "Cimarron" album, "Tennessee Rose" reflects themes of love, longing, and memory, which are common in country music tradition.
Emmylou Harris's Style
The song reflects Harris's distinctive style, which often includes lush instrumentation and emotional storytelling through lyrics. "Tennessee Rose" exemplifies this style with its richly layered music and evocative lyrics.
Legacy
Emmylou Harris, including her work on songs like "Tennessee Rose," is credited with paving the way for many contemporary country and folk artists. Her unique blend of traditional country music with elements of pop and rock has made a lasting impact on these genres.

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