18 Yellow Roses (song)

"18 Yellow Roses" is a popular song written by Bobby Darin and performed by Bobby Darin. It was released in 1963 and became a significant hit, reaching the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

The song is a pop ballad, characterized by its romantic and sentimental lyrics. It tells the story of a suitor expressing his affection for a girl by sending her 18 yellow roses. The number 18 is often interpreted as a symbol of youth, beauty, or a specific age (typically associated with turning 18 years old). Yellow roses are often associated with friendship, care, and joy, although historically they sometimes symbolized jealousy.

The song's arrangement features Darin's signature vocal style, accompanied by a lush orchestral backing. "18 Yellow Roses" is considered a classic of the early 1960s pop music era and remains a well-known and frequently played song to this day. It has been covered by numerous other artists over the years.