Rosebud
Ryan Adams · Cold Roses [2005]
When I pick up my guitar
This is the song that always comes
Don't know what I'm singing 'bout and
Don't know what for
I think about you
And I think about Rosebud
Wish there was a song to sing
To bring you back
But you can't get here from nowhere I guess
Rosebud's shipwrecked up on the Ohio
Behind a wall of glass
Telling me to take care of myself
And my friends
You sing to a field of trees
And roses singing those melodies
Simple and easy where everything moves
Underneath you
And Rosebud too
I wish there was a song to sing
To get you back
But you can't get here from nowhere I guess
Rosebud's shipwrecked up on the Ohio
Behind a wall of glass
Telling me to take it easy
But I took a photograph
And she's just a wooden machine
But you and Rosebud, you're still singing to me
This is the song that always comes
Don't know what I'm singing 'bout and
Don't know what for
I think about you
And I think about Rosebud
Wish there was a song to sing
To bring you back
But you can't get here from nowhere I guess
Rosebud's shipwrecked up on the Ohio
Behind a wall of glass
Telling me to take care of myself
And my friends
You sing to a field of trees
And roses singing those melodies
Simple and easy where everything moves
Underneath you
And Rosebud too
I wish there was a song to sing
To get you back
But you can't get here from nowhere I guess
Rosebud's shipwrecked up on the Ohio
Behind a wall of glass
Telling me to take it easy
But I took a photograph
And she's just a wooden machine
But you and Rosebud, you're still singing to me
Rosebud - Ryan Adams
Released on the 2005 album Cold Roses, Ryan Adams' 'Rosebud' stands as a defining track from his mid-career resurgence. The song exemplifies Adams' signature blend of folk-rock and country influences, characterized by its raw vocal delivery and introspective lyricism. Recorded during a pivotal period for the artist, the track reflects the emotional depth and sonic texture that would become hallmarks of his work in the 2000s. It captures the essence of his discography from this era, showcasing a maturity in songwriting that balances personal vulnerability with broader musical storytelling. The recording serves as a testament to Adams' ability to craft memorable melodies that resonate within the Americana genre.