Rose Parade
Rose Parade

Elliott Smith - Rose Parade Lyrics

Rock
Feb 25, 1997
149
Rose Parade Music Video

Rose Parade Lyrics

You asked me to come down and watch the parade
To march down the street like the Duracell bunny
With a wink and a wave from the cavalcade
Throwing out candy that looks like money

To people passing by
That all seem to be goin' the other way

Said, "Won't you follow me down to the Rose Parade?"

Tripped over a dog in a choke-chain collar
People were shouting and pushing and saying
And traded a smoke for a food-stamp dollar
Ridiculous marching band started playing

Got me singing along
With some half-hearted victory song

Won't you follow me down to the Rose Parade?
Won't you follow me down to the Rose Parade?
Won't you follow me down to the Rose Parade?

The trumpeter's obviously been drinking
'Cause he's fucking up even the simplest lines
I'd say it's a sight that's quite worth seeing
It's just that everyone's interest is stronger than mine

When they clean the street
I'll be the only shit that's left behind

Won't you follow me down to the Rose Parade?
Won't you follow me down to the Rose Parade?
Won't you follow me down to the Rose Parade?

Writer(s): Steven Paul Smith
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the lyrics to 'Rose Parade' by Elliott Smith?

    The lyrics to 'Rose Parade' were written by Steven Paul Smith, known professionally as Elliott Smith.

  2. On which album can 'Rose Parade' be found?

    'Rose Parade' is a track from Elliott Smith's third studio album, Either/Or, released on February 25, 1997.

  3. What inspired the title of the album Either/Or?

    The title of the album Either/Or is derived from Søren Kierkegaard's book of the same name. The philosophical themes in Kierkegaard's work reflect Smith's interest in philosophy, which he studied at Hampshire College.

  4. Where was 'Rose Parade' recorded?

    'Rose Parade' was recorded at various locations in Portland, Oregon, including Joanna Bolme's house, Undercover Inc., Laundry Rules Recording, and the Heatmiser House.

  5. Did 'Either/Or', the album containing 'Rose Parade', chart in the US?

    'Either/Or' did not chart in the United States upon its release but received critical acclaim and has sold over 429,000 copies as of March 2017.

  6. What musical style characterizes 'Either/Or', the album featuring 'Rose Parade'?

    'Either/Or' has been described as a bridge between Elliott Smith's earlier lo-fi sound and his later more polished studio recordings. The album features a mix of acoustic and full-band arrangements.

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