Tennessee Rose
Emmylou Harris
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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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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.
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Album Detail"Tennessee Rose" is a track from Emmylou Harris's album "Cimarron", released in 1981.
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Song WritersThe song "Tennessee Rose" was written by Karen Brooks and Hank DeVito.
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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.
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Noteworthy CollaborationHank DeVito, one of the songwriters, is also an accomplished pedal steel guitarist and had collaborated with Emmylou Harris on several albums.
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Critical ReceptionThough 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.
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Lyrics ContentThe 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.
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Album ThemeLike many songs on the "Cimarron" album, "Tennessee Rose" reflects themes of love, longing, and memory, which are common in country music tradition.
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Emmylou Harris's StyleThe 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.
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LegacyEmmylou 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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