A Teardrop on a Rose

"A Teardrop on a Rose" is a song written by Hank Williams.

"A Teardrop on a Rose"
Single by Hank Williams
B-side	"Alone and Forsaken"
Released	1955
Recorded	1952 (Unconfirmed)
Genre	Country, Gospel
Length	2:30
Label	MGM Records
Songwriter(s)	Hank Williams

Background

According to Williams biographer Colin Escott, "A Teardrop on a Rose" was a "parlor piece that Hank had been toying with for years." It was one of several songs that Williams pitched to his friend Braxton Schuffert, a fellow Alabamian country singer who went on to release the song in 1950.^[1]

When Williams asked him what he thought of the song, Shuffert later recalled, "I told him it was one of the most beautiful songs I ever heard, and Hank said I could have it if I wanted."^[1]

MGM eventually released a demo version that Williams likely recorded in 1952.^[2] Tommy Edwards and Connie Stevens each recorded a version of the song.

Discography

Main article: Hank Williams discography

See also: List of songs written by Hank Williams