Paper Roses
Hank Snow · The Singing Ranger, Vol. 4 [Bear Family (Germany)] [1995]
I realize the way your eyes deceived me
With tender looks that I mistook for love
So throw away the flowers that I sent you
And I'll send the kind that you remind me of.
Paper roses, paper roses,
Oh, how real those roses seem to be
But they're only imitation
Like your imitation love for me.
--- Instrumental ---
I thought that you would be a perfect lover
You seemed so full of sweetness after start
But like a big red rose that's made of paper
There isn't any sweetness in your heart.
Paper roses, paper roses
Oh, how real those roses seem to be
But they're only imitation
Like your imitation love for me...
Paper Roses
Hank Snow's 'Paper Roses' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery in country storytelling and yodeling. Recorded for The Singing Ranger, Vol. 4, this track exemplifies the polished production and emotional depth characteristic of Snow's work during the late 1940s and early 1950s. The song showcases his signature vocal style, blending a warm baritone with the distinctive high-pitched yodel that became his trademark. As part of his extensive discography, the recording captures the essence of the 'Singing Ranger' persona, reflecting themes of nostalgia and the American South that defined his career. The arrangement and vocal delivery highlight Snow's ability to convey complex narratives through music, making it a staple in collections of classic country and bluegrass recordings from that era.