Christmas Roses
I bought a can of plug tobacco for my uncle Jim
I bought my brother Tim a catcher’s glove
I bought a super pressure cooker for my sister Kate
But I’m sendin’ Christmas roses to my love!
Christmas roses, Christmas roses
Oh, I’m sendin’ Christmas roses to the flower of my heart
And what she knows is, that with the roses
Goes my young and eager – you’re not open!
True and faithful – until Christmas!
Ever-lovin’ heart!
I bought my brother Bob the bike that he’s been beggin’ for
Bess will get the dress she’s dreamin’ of
Cousin Lulu, who got married, got some pots and pans
But I’m sendin’ Christmas roses to my love!
Christmas roses, Christmas roses
Oh, I’m sendin’ Christmas roses to the flower of my heart
And what she knows is, that with the roses
Goes my young and eager – you’re not open!
True and faithful – until Christmas!
Ever-lovin’ heart!
I bought a rockin’ chair for ma to rock her cares away
I picked the pipe that pa was talkin’ of
Hope I’ve made him happy, hope that she’ll be happy too
When I send those Christmas roses to my love!
Christmas roses, Christmas roses
Oh, I’m sendin’ Christmas roses to the flower of my heart
And what she knows is, that with the roses
Goes my young and eager – you’re not open!
True and faithful – until Christmas!
Young and eager, true and faithful
Ever-lovin’ heart!

Listen to the song
Hør sangen


About the carol Christmas Roses
“Christmas Roses” is a Christmas song recorded by Jo Stafford and Frankie Laine. The song reflects the classic holiday tradition of using flowers and natural imagery to express beauty, love and seasonal feelings.
The song uses Christmas roses as a symbol of affection and the special emotions connected with the holiday. It presents Christmas through a gentle and romantic perspective, focusing on beauty and meaningful gestures.
The combined voices of Jo Stafford and Frankie Laine create a traditional and elegant sound. Its connection to Christmas comes from its use of seasonal symbolism and its celebration of love and warmth during the holiday.






