Throw The Roses Away
Hall And Oates · Marigold Sky [1997]
What our hearts have denied
And all the sweet memories
Won't bring the love back to life
And the more that we try
The more it's gonna make you see
No words, hope, anything
Will bring back life to your dream
All night it took me to learn
Oh baby, baby how to say
The love just won't work
Just for once in my life
Do I wanna go with what's right
It's gone; we've got to move on
You know that's the truth - so do I
Sad bouquets we save
Won't make up one sweet day
Throw the roses away
Don't need them anymore
Cause they just make you cry
If you let it go, let it go,
Let it go baby
You'll get some peace of mind
Only lonely for now
But you'll come back from the pain
Though I don't know if I'll ever find
Someone like you again
Sad bouquets we save
Won't make up one sweet day
Throw the roses away
Words in my mind
Talk about you to me all the time
Oh why should just a rose
Have such a sad hold
Over our lives
Sad bouquets we save
Won't make up one sweet day
Throw the roses away
Don't need them anymore
Cause they just mak eyou cry
If you let it go, let it go,
Let it go baby
You'll get some peace of mind
Only lonely for now
But you'll come back from the pain
Though I don't know if I'll ever find
Someone like you again
Throw The Roses Away
Hall & Oates' "Throw The Roses Away" stands as a defining track from their 1997 album Marigold Sky, showcasing the duo's enduring ability to blend polished pop production with introspective songwriting. Released during a period where the band navigated changing musical landscapes, the recording captures their signature style of smooth vocals and rhythmic guitar work, characteristic of their work in the late 1990s. The song reflects themes of emotional resilience and moving forward, themes that have consistently resonated within their discography. As a staple of their live performances and essential collections, it remains a testament to their capacity to craft anthems that bridge the gap between their classic 1970s hits and their later, more mature sound.