Roses Are Red (My Love) Lyrics
Jim Reeves
Lyrics
A long long time ago on graduation day you handed me your book I signed this way
Roses are red my love violets are blue sugar is sweet my love but not as sweet as
you
We dated through school and when the big day came
I wrote into your book next to my name
Roses are red my love violets are blue sugar is sweet my love but not as sweet as
you
Is that your little girl she looks so much like you
Some day some boy will write in her book too
Roses are red my love violets are blue sugar is sweet my love but not as sweet as
you
Then I went far away and you found someone new
I read your letter dear and I wrote back to you
Roses are red my love violets are blue
Sugar is sweet my love good luck may God bless you
Song & Lyrics Facts
Jim Reeves' song "Roses are Red (My Love)" was released in 1961 as part of his album, Jim Reeves Sings. The genre is country and the lyrics were written by Al Byron and Paul Evans.
It has been covered by many artists over the years, including Bobby Vinton who had a hit version of it in 1962. The song features Jim's smooth baritone voice accompanied by a band including guitarists Grady Martin and Harold Bradley, bass player Bob Moore, drummer Buddy Harman, and pianist Floyd Cramer. The lyrics tell a story of love lost, with the singer remembering fondly the time he spent with his sweetheart before they parted ways. This classic country song remains one of Jim Reeves' most beloved hits, and its heartfelt lyrics continue to touch listeners around the world.