About the song
“Ramblin’ Rose” is a classic song that holds a special place in music history, especially for fans of the golden age of pop. Released in 1962, this beloved torch song was crafted by the Sherman brothers, Noel and Joe Sherman. Noel wrote the lyrics, while Joe composed the music. The song gained widespread acclaim thanks to its most famous rendition by the legendary Nat King Cole.
Nat King Cole’s version of “Ramblin’ Rose” was released on July 16, 1962, under Capitol Records. This single quickly made an impact, reaching number two on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Cash Box charts. It was narrowly edged out of the top spot by “Sherry” by The Four Seasons, but it still made an impressive mark, selling over a million copies. In addition to its success on the pop charts, “Ramblin’ Rose” enjoyed five weeks at number one on the Billboard Easy Listening chart and the Australian charts. On the R&B chart, it also performed well, reaching number seven.
The song was featured on Nat King Cole’s album of the same name and was so influential that it earned a Grammy nomination for Record of the Year. The original copyright for “Ramblin’ Rose” was registered on August 6, 1962, and the song saw a copyright renewal on January 5, 1990, ensuring its enduring legacy.
“Ramblin’ Rose” is a timeless example of Nat King Cole’s smooth vocal style and the Sherman brothers’ exceptional songwriting talent. Its success across various charts and its lasting appeal speak to its quality and the warmth it brings to listeners even decades after its release.
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Lyrics
Let there be you, let there be me,
Let there be oysters under the sea,
Let there be wind and occasional rain,
Chilli Con Carne and sparkling champagne,
Let there be birds to sing in the trees,
Someone to bless me, whenever I sneeze,
Let there be Cuckoos, a lark and a dove,
But first of all please, let there be love.
Let there be Cuckoos, a lark and a dove,
But first of all please, let there be love
Love… ooh… love…
let there be love