You should really get some rest, Rose
You been up all night
And I love the way your arms pose
In the windowpane sunlight
You keep me calm and strong
When I’ve had enough
And when the bodies meet palms, babe, how the heavens open up
Sweet girl, I feel like quittin’
Cause I’m tired of missin’ home
But the moments I am with you
My home begins to roam
And the northwest cold in the winter
It’ll chill you to your core
I have never died Rose, but I’ve seen heaven before
I thought everyone liked me
Is too old or dead
And you make my knees weak
And my pale face red
Red like a rose, dear
In the summer when they grow here
And I’ve got no fear
Whichever way these days steer
Sweet girl, I feel like quittin’
Cause I’m tired of missin’ home
But the moments I am with you
My home begins to roam
And the northwest cold in the winter
It’ll chill you to your core
I have never died Rose, but I’ve seen heaven before
I know you’re tired babe
Cause’ I’m tired too
So won’t you settle on down
With someone just like you
Sweet girl, I feel like quittin’
Cause I’m tired of missin’ home
But the moments I am with you
My home begins to roam
And the northwest cold in the winter
It’ll chill you to your core
I have never died Rose, but I’ve seen heaven before
You should really get some rest, Rose
You been up all night
Waitin’ for me to come home
When the dust breaks light
Tenderness in the Quiet Hours
“Rest, Rose” by Bryan, Zach is a gentle meditation on love, longing, and the solace found in companionship. The song opens with a plea for rest, setting a tender, intimate tone. Throughout, the lyrics paint vivid images of quiet mornings and the warmth of sunlight, emphasizing the comfort the narrator finds in Rose’s presence. The refrain of “missin’ home” reveals a restless soul, yet the moments spent together transform any place into a sense of belonging. The coldness of the northwest winter stands as a metaphor for life’s hardships, but love offers a glimpse of heaven amidst the chill. Ultimately, the song’s repeated call for rest underscores the deep care and vulnerability at the heart of this relationship.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: Bryan, Zach