Poison – Every Rose Has Its Thorn: Lyrics and Music Video
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About the Song
Poison - Every Rose Has Its Thorn: Song Overview
Poison's *Every Rose Has Its Thorn* (1988) is a iconic power ballad from their second album, Open Up and Say…Ahh!. Known for its heartfelt lyrics and acoustic-driven melody, the track became the band’s signature hit, blending glam metal sensibility with emotional vulnerability.
Release and Chart Performance
- Released in November 1988 as the album’s third single.
- Peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 (US) and No. 11 on the UK Singles Chart.
- Helped Open Up and Say…Ahh! sell over 8 million copies in the US (8x Platinum), cementing Poison’s status as 1980s glam metal icons.
Musical Style and Themes
The song combines:
- Acoustic guitar intro, electric solos, and Bret Michaels’ raw, emotive vocals.
- Lyrics about heartbreak and resilience, immortalized by the metaphor:
“Every rose has its thorn / Just like every night has its dawn / Every cowboy sings a sad, sad song / Every rose has its thorn.”
Legacy and Cultural Impact
- A staple of 1980s rock ballads, amassing 500+ million streams globally.
- Featured in films like Deadpool 2 (2018) and TV shows like The Goldbergs, reviving its nostalgic appeal.
- Covered by artists across genres, including country star Miley Cyrus and post-hardcore band A Day to Remember.
Songwriting Credits
Written by Bret Michaels (inspired by a personal breakup) and produced by Tom Werman. The track’s stripped-down arrangement contrasted with Poison’s typical party-rock sound, showcasing their versatility.
Summary
*Every Rose Has Its Thorn* remains Poison’s defining anthem—a heartfelt ballad that transcended glam metal stereotypes. Its chart-topping success and timeless lyrics about love and pain secure its place as a quintessential 1980s power ballad, beloved by rock and mainstream audiences alike.
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Poison: Every Rose Has Its Thorn Lyrics
In the dead of the night
Although we both lie close together
We feel miles apart inside
Was it something I said or something I did?
Did my words not come out right?
Though I tried not to hurt you
Though I tried
But I guess that’s why they say
Every rose has it’s thorn
Just like every night has it’s dawn
Just like every cowboy sings his sad, sad song
Every rose has it’s thorn
It does
I listen to our favorite song playing on the radio
Hear the DJ say love’s a game of easy come and easy go
But I wonder, does he know?
Has he ever felt like this?
And I know that you’d be here right now
If I could have let you know somehow
I guess
Every rose has it’s thorn
Just like every night has it’s dawn
Just like every cowboy sings his sad, sad song
Every rose has it’s thorn
Though it’s been a while now
I can still feel so much pain
Like a knife that cuts you the wound heals
But the scar, that scar remains
I know I could have saved a love that night
If I’d known what to say
Instead of makin’ love
We both made our separate ways
And now I hear you found somebody new
And that I never meant that much to you
To hear that tears me up inside
And to see you cuts me like a knife
I guess
Every rose has it’s thorn
Just like every night has it’s dawn
Just like every cowboy sings his sad, sad song
Every rose has it’s thorn
