The Rose by Westlife

“The Rose” is a beautifully poignant song performed by the popular Irish boy band Westlife. Originally sung by American singer Bette Midler, the song has been covered by various artists, but Westlife’s version, released in 2006, stands out for its emotional depth and harmonious vocals. This rendition is featured on their album “The Love Album,” which includes classic love songs reinterpreted by the group. The album was a commercial success, showcasing Westlife’s ability to bring new life to well-loved tracks.

Westlife’s “The Rose” was released as a single on November 6, 2006. The song addresses themes of love, growth, and resilience, using the metaphor of a rose to convey the beauty and challenges of love.

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Lyrics: The Rose by Westlife

[Verse 1]
Some say love it is a river
That drowns the tender reed
Some say love it is a razor
That leaves your soul to bleed
Some say love it is a hunger
An endless aching need
I say love it is a flower
And you its only seed

[Verse 2]
It’s the heart afraid of breaking
That never learns to dance
It’s the dream afraid of waking
That never takes the chance
It’s the one who won’t be taken
Who cannot seem to give
And the soul afraid of dyin’
That never learns to live

[Verse 3]
When the night has been too lonely
And the road has been too long
And you think that love is only
For the lucky and the strong
Just remember in the winter
Far beneath the bitter snow
Lies the seed that with the sun’s love
In the spring becomes the rose