Red Roses For A Blue Lady
“Red Roses for a Blue Lady” is a classic American song with music by Sid Tepper and Roy C. Bennett and lyrics by Roy Brodsky. It was composed in 1948 and has since become a well-known and enduring standard in American music, particularly in the context of traditional pop and easy listening.
The lyrics of “Red Roses for a Blue Lady” convey a sense of love and the desire to bring happiness and comfort to a person who is feeling down or “blue.” The song tells the story of someone who is offering red roses to a lady in an attempt to cheer her up and bring a smile to her face. The opening lines, “I want some red roses for a blue lady, mister florist, take my order, please,” set the tone for a song filled with sentiment and the gesture of bringing joy to someone’s life.
“Red Roses for a Blue Lady” has been widely recorded and performed by various artists in different musical styles, but it is most closely associated with traditional pop and easy listening. Notable renditions include those by Vaughn Monroe and Wayne Newton, among others.
The song’s catchy melody and its theme of love and the desire to uplift someone’s spirits have made it a favorite for vocalists and audiences. “Red Roses for a Blue Lady” continues to be celebrated for its ability to convey themes of love, kindness, and the power of a simple gesture to brighten someone’s day.