Elvis Presley’s touching tribute to his mother with “Mama Liked The Roses”

“Mama Liked The Roses” is a song recorded by Elvis Presley in 1969. The song was written by Johnny Christopher, who had previously written several songs for Elvis including “Always On My Mind” and “I Got A Feelin’ In My Body.”

The song is a touching tribute to Elvis’s mother, Gladys, who passed away in 1958. In the song, Elvis sings about his memories of his mother and how she loved roses. The lyrics evoke a sense of loss and longing, as Elvis reflects on the time he spent with his mother and the love that they shared.

Musically, the song is a slow ballad with a simple, yet powerful arrangement. The instrumentation is kept minimal, with acoustic guitar and piano providing a subtle backing to Elvis’s emotive vocals.

“Mama Liked The Roses” was included on Elvis’s 1969 album “From Elvis In Memphis,” which is widely regarded as one of his best albums. The song remains a fan favorite and is considered one of Elvis’s most personal and poignant recordings.