Every Rose Has It's Thorns
Poison · Other Songs - Poison
In the dead of the night.
Although we both lie close together
We feel miles apart inside
Was it somethin' I said or somethin' I did
Did my words not come out right
Tho' I tried not to hurt you
Tho' I tried
But I guess that's why they say
Chorus:
Every rose has its thorn
Just like every night has its dawn
Just like every cowboy sings his sad, sad song
Every rose has its thorn
Yea it does
I listen to your favorite song
Playin' on the radio
Hear the DJ say love's a game of
Easy come and easy go
But I wonder does he know
Has he ever felt like this
And I know you'd be here right now
If I could have let you know somehow
I guess
Chorus
Though it's been awhile now
I can still feel so much pain
Like a knife that cuts you
The wound heals, but the scar, that scar remains
I know I could have saved our love that night
If I'd known what to say
Instead of makin' love
We both made our separate ways
Now I hear you've found somebody new
And that I never meant that much to you
To hear that tears me up inside
And to see you cuts me like a knife
Chorus
Every Rose Has Its Thorns
Every Rose Has Its Thorns stands as the defining ballad of Poison, showcasing the band's ability to blend hard rock energy with tender vulnerability. Released during the height of the glam metal era, the track became a massive commercial success, distinguishing itself from the group's more upbeat anthems through its melancholic melody and emotional depth. The song's enduring popularity has cemented its status as a staple of 1980s rock radio, often serving as the primary introduction to the band's broader discography for new listeners. While Poison is frequently associated with party-rocking hits, this recording demonstrates their capacity for genuine sentiment, balancing the theatricality of their genre with a sincere, heartfelt delivery that resonated with audiences worldwide.