Ramble On Rose Lyrics

Ramble On Rose by the Grateful Dead is a playful, folk-influenced song from Europe '72, featuring whimsical lyrics and Americana-inspired storytelling

Ramble on Rose Lyrics

Song Details

Artist: Grateful Dead

Song: Ramble on Rose

Album: Europe '72 (disc 1)

Release Date: 1972

Lyrics

Just like Jack the Ripper, just like Mojo Hand,
Just like Billy Sunday, in a shotgun ragtime band,
Just like New York City, just like Jerico,
Pace the halls and climb the walls and get out when they blow.
Did you say your name was Ramblin Rose?

Ramble on baby, settle down easy

Ramble on Rose.



Just like Jack and Jill, Mama told the jailor

One hear up, and one cool down, leave nothin' for the tailor.

Just like Jack and Jill, Papa told the jailer

One go up, and one go down, do yourself a favor.



Did you say your name was Ramblin Rose?

Ramble on baby, settle down easy

Ramble on Rose.



I'm gonna to sing you a hundred verses in ragtime,

I know this song it ain't never gonna end.

I'm gonna march you up and down along the county line,

Take you to the leader of a band.



Just like Crazy Otto, just like Wolfman Jack,

Sittin plush with a royal flush, aces back to back.

Just like Mary Shelly, just like Frankenstein,

Clank your chains and count your change and try to walk the line.



Did you say your name was Ramblin Rose?

Ramble on baby, settle down easy

Ramble on Rose.



I'm gonna to sing you a hundred verses in ragtime,

I know this song it ain't never gonna end.

I'm gonna march you up and down along the county line,

Take you to the leader of a band.



Goodbye Mama and Papa

Goodbye Jack and Jill

The grass ain't greener

The wine ain't sweeter

Either side of the hill.



Did you say your name was Ramblin Rose?

Ramble on baby, settle down easy

Ramble on Rose

"Ramble On Rose" is a song by the Grateful Dead, written by Jerry Garcia (music) and Robert Hunter (lyrics). It was first released on their 1972 album Europe '72 and became a staple of their live performances.

The song features whimsical, playful lyrics with references to American folklore, pop culture, and classic storytelling. Musically, it has a laid-back, rollicking feel, blending folk, blues, and rock influences—typical of the Dead's style.