About the song
“Two Dozen Roses” is a heartfelt country song that has captured the hearts of many since its release. Written by Mac McAnally and Robert Byrne, and performed by the renowned American country music group Shenandoah, this track made its debut in August 1989 as the fourth single from their album, *The Road Not Taken*. The song quickly became a favorite, achieving the status of number-one hit not only in the United States but also in Canada, marking it as Shenandoah’s third number-one hit in both countries.
The essence of “Two Dozen Roses” lies in its emotional storytelling. The song’s narrator reflects on a past relationship and wonders what might have changed his former lover’s mind about leaving him. The lyrics are filled with poignant questions and “what ifs,” such as whether offering “two dozen roses” instead of the usual “one dozen” could have made a difference. He even muses if presenting “an older bottle of wine” or performing an extraordinary gesture like “hanging the moon” could have altered her decision.
In September 2023, the band revisited this classic by releasing a new version of the song, featuring the talented Luke Combs. This updated rendition introduces the song to a new generation of listeners while honoring the original’s emotional depth and charm.
“Two Dozen Roses” continues to resonate with fans due to its sincere exploration of love and regret, making it a timeless piece in the country music genre. Whether you are familiar with the original or discovering the new version, the song’s touching narrative remains a beautiful reminder of the complexities of love and the longing for what might have been.
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Lyrics
I brought flowers to your door last night
I done you wrong, and I wanna make it right
You say I’m not welcome here
I know it oughta be perfectly clear
But I can’t help but wonder what it might be like
If I had two dozen roses
And an older bottle of wine
If I really could’ve hung the moon
Would it change your mind?
If I could cry a little harder
And get a little less sleep at night
If I had two dozen roses
Would it change your mind?
Oh, I must’ve been a fool back then
To lose somethin’ that you can’t have again
I’ve done all that I know to do
And second-guess my every move
I can’t help but wonder how it might have been
If I had two dozen roses
And an older bottle of wine
If I really could’ve hung the moon
Would it change your mind?
If I could cry a little harder
And get a little less sleep at night
If I had two dozen roses
Would it change your mind?
If I could cry a little harder
And get a little less sleep at night
If I had two dozen roses
Would it change your mind?
Oh, baby, could you change your mind?
Oh, baby, would you change your mind?
Oh, baby, would you change your mind?