Two Dozen Roses
Shenandoah
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I brought flowers to your house last night I done you wrong and I want to make right You said I'm not welcome here I know it oughta be perfectly clear But I can't help but wonder what it might be like If I had two dozen roses, and an old bottle of wine If I really could've hung the moon, would it change your mind If I could cry a little harder, and get a little less sleep at night If I had two dozen roses would it change your mind Oh I must have been a fool back then To lose something that you can't have again I've done all that I know to do and second guessed my every move and I can't help but wonder how it might have been If I had two dozen roses, and an old bottle of wine If I really could've hung the moon, would it change your mind If I could cry a little harder, and get a little less sleep at night If I had two dozen roses would it change your mind If I had two dozen roses, and an old bottle of wine If I really could've hung the moon would it change your mind If I could cry a little harder, and get a little less sleep at night If I had two dozen roses would it change your mind If I could cry a little harder, and get a little less sleep at night If I had two dozen roses would it change your mind Baby would it change your mind Oh Baby could you change your mind Baby would you change your mind
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Written by: ROBERT BYRNE, MAC MC ANALLY
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Beginner Music
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12 facts about this song
Release DateThe song "Two Dozen Roses" by Shenandoah was officially released on May 15, 1989.
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WriterThis much-loved country tune was co-written by Robert Byrne and Mac McAnally.
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Performance"Two Dozen Roses" was recorded by the American country music band Shenandoah for their third studio album, "The Road Not Taken".
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CharterUpon its release, the track quickly climbed the charts and became a No. 1 single on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
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Music VideoA music video was also released for this song in 1989, further enhancing its popularity.
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Success Factor"Two Dozen Roses" helped establish Shenandoah as one of the premier acts in country music during the late 1980s and early 1990s.
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Album SalesThe album "The Road Not Taken" went gold, cementing Shenandoah's successful career.
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Genre ClassificationThis song is classified within the subgenre of '80s Country, a style of music that assimilated rock and pop elements into country music and also saw the emergence of the country-politan sound.
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ThemeSimilar to other country songs, "Two Dozen Roses" deals with themes of love and relationships, with lyrics that express the desire to win back a loved one.
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LongevityEven today, the song remains a staple on both classic and contemporary country music radio stations, proving its timeless appeal.
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Live PerformancesShenandoah has regularly included "Two Dozen Roses" during their live performances for the past three decades, showcasing its enduring popularity among their fan base.
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Cover VersionsThe song's success and popularity have also led to other artists covering it, further cementing its place in the annals of country music history.
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