Rose and a Baby Ruth

George Hamilton IV

About Rose and a Baby Ruth

"A Rose and a Baby Ruth" is a song written by John D. Loudermilk under his "Johnny Dee" pseudonym. The song was published in 1956. The best-known version was recorded by George Hamilton IV. The song reached number 6 on the Billboard magazine pop chart and spent 20 weeks on the chart."A Rose and a Baby Ruth" showed regional appeal in country music, foreshadowing Hamilton's highly successful career, in the 1960s.


Year:
1964
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Doo, doo, doo, doo
Doo, doo, doo, doo

We had a quarrel
A teenage quarrel
Now I'm as blue as I know how to be
I can't call you on the phone
I can't even see you at your home

So I'm sending you this present
Just to prove that I'm telling the truth
Dear, I believe you won't laugh when you receive
This rose and a Baby Ruth

(Doo, doo, doo, doo)
(Doo, doo, doo, doo)
(Doo, doo, doo, doo, ahh)

I could have sent you an orchid of some kind
But that's all I had in my jeans at the time

But when we grow up
Some day I'll show up
Just to prove I was telling the truth
I'll kiss you, too, then I'll hand to you
This rose and a Baby Ruth

(Doo, doo, doo, doo)
(Doo, doo, doo, doo)
(Doo, doo, doo, doo, ooh)

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George Hamilton IV

George Hege Hamilton IV (born July 19, 1937) is an American country musician. He began performing in the late 1950s as a teen idol, later switching to country music in the early 1960s. more »

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Written by: JOHN LOUDERMILK

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14 facts about this song

Release Details
"Rose and a Baby Ruth" by George Hamilton IV was released in the United States on July 9, 1956.
Genre
The song is considered to be a part of the Country Pop music genre.
Song Writer
The song was written by John D. Loudermilk, a significant songwriter and recording artist during the 1950s and 1960s.
Chart Performance
"Rose and a Baby Ruth" became a major hit, climbing to the number six position on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1956.
Studio Recording
The song was recorded at the iconic RCA Studio B, located in Nashville, Tennessee.
Gold Record
"Rose and a Baby Ruth" went on to become Hamilton's first gold record.
First Major Hit
This particular song was George Hamilton IV's first major hit, effectively launching him into the spotlight of the American and international music scene.
International Success
The track had significant success outside of the United States as well, reaching the higher echelons of music charts across Europe.
Cover Versions
It was covered by a number of artists over the years, proving its enduring popularity.
Authentic Country Sound
Despite its pop elements, the song is appreciated for retaining a strong, authentic ‘country’ sound, synonymous with Hamilton's future music career.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song discuss simple expressions of love, with a titular rose and a popular chocolate bar of the time, a Baby Ruth, symbolizing these sentiments.
Song's Popularity
Due to its popularity, "Rose and a Baby Ruth" is often considered as one of the landmark songs of the 1950s.
Legacy
It helped cement George Hamilton IV's place in the history of popular music, setting the stage for his successful career as a global country music star.
Historical Significance
The song was one of the first instances where pop music started merging with traditional country elements, a trend that continues till this day.

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