A Poor Man's Roses (Or a Rich Man's Gold)
Patsy Cline
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I must make up my mind today What to have, what to hold A poor man's roses Or a rich man's gold One's as wealthy as a king in a palace Tho' he's callous and cold He may learn to give his heart for love Instead of buyin' it with gold Then the poor man's roses And the thrill when we kiss Will be memories of paradise That I'll never miss And yet the hand that brings the rose tonight Is the hand I will hold? For the rose of love means more to me More than any rich man's gold Then the poor man's roses And the thrill when we kiss Will be memories of paradise That I'll never miss And yet the hand that brings the rose tonight Is the hand I will hold? For the rose of love means more to me Than any rich man's gold
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Written by: BOB HILLIARD, MILTON DELUGG
Lyrics © BOURNE CO., AMY DEE MUSIC CORP.
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5 facts about this song
Song Background1. "A Poor Man's Roses (Or a Rich Man's Gold)" is a song recorded by both Patsy Cline and Patti Page.
2. Originally, the song was recorded by Patti Page in 1957.
3. Country music singer Patsy Cline later covered the song in 1957.
4. The song was published by George Brackman and Bob Hilliard.
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Song Performance5. Patti Page's version peaked at number five on the Billboard Top 100 chart.
6. Patsy Cline's version did not chart on the Billboard Top 100, but she performed it regularly at her live shows.
7. Both versions of the song have been well received and remained popular even after their initial release.
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Song Theme8. The song narrates the story of a woman forced to choose between love and material wealth.
9. It encourages the listener to value love over luxury and riches.
10. With lines like "I must make up my mind today, What to have, what to hold", the song explores themes of decision-making and prioritizing in relationships.
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Artist Background11. Patti Page was a popular traditional pop singer from the mid 1950's to 1970's, known for her smooth vocal quality.
12. Patsy Cline is a legendary country singer best known for hits like "Crazy" and "Walking After Midnight."
13. Both Page and Cline are recognized as pioneers in their respective genres and have inspired many artists over the years.
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Song Influence14. "A Poor Man's Roses (Or a Rich Man's Gold)" is considered a classic, and has been covered by several artists over the years.
15. The song's theme of choosing love over wealth has been a recurring theme in many songs and media formats, demonstrating its cultural impact.
16. Its story-telling style and lyrical depth have been applauded by music critics and audiences alike.
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