The Yellow Rose Of Texas / The Eyes Of Texas Lyrics
Elvis Presley
Lyrics
Oh the yellow rose of Texas is the only girl I love
Her eyes are even bluer than Texas skies above
Her heart's as big as Texas and wherever I may go
I'll remember her forever because I love her so
There are so many roses that bloom along the way
But my heart's in Amarillo
and that's where it will stay
With the yellow rose of Texas
so I'd better get there fast
'Cause I know I was her first love and I want to be her last
Oh the yellow rose of Texas is the only girl I love
Her eyes are even bluer than Texas skies above
Her heart's as big as Texas and wherever I may go
I'll remember her forever because I love her so
The eyes of Texas are upon you all the live long day
The eyes of Texas are upon you, you cannot get away
Do not think you can escape them
at night or early in the morn
The eyes of Texas are upon you
'till Gabriel blows his horn
The eyes of Texas are upon you all the live long day
The eyes of Texas are upon you, you cannot get away
Do not think you can escape them
at night or early in the morn
The eyes of Texas are upon you
'till Gabriel blows his horn
The eyes of Texas are upon you all the live long day
The eyes of Texas are upon you, you cannot get away
Do not think you can escape them
at night or early in the morn
The eyes of Texas are upon you
'till Gabriel blows his horn
Song & Lyrics Facts
Elvis Presley's version of "The Yellow Rose of Texas" was released in 1964 on his album Elvis for Everyone!. The song is a traditional folk tune, and the lyrics were written by Don George.
It was performed by Elvis backed up by Scotty Moore on guitar and Bill Black on bass. The melody has been used in many other songs over the years, including as recently as 2020 when it was featured in the movie Minions: The Rise of Gru. Also included on Elvis for Everyone! was the classic Texas anthem "The Eyes of Texas". This song was written by John Sinclair in 1903 and has become an enduring part of the culture of Texas. Elvis' rendition features some additional lyrics that he wrote himself. The track also features backing vocals from the Jordanaires, along with Scotty Moore and Bill Black providing instrumentation. Both of these tracks are sure to evoke feelings of nostalgia and patriotism among Texans who know the words to the lyrics.