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Spanish Harlem Lyrics by Ben E. King

The Very Best Of Ben E. King

1960

[Verse 1]
There is a rose in Spanish Harlem
A red rose up in Spanish Harlem
It is the special one, it's never seen the sun
It only comes out when the moon is on the run
And all the stars are gleaming
It's growing in the street
Right up through the concrete
But soft and sweet and dreaming
[Verse 2]
There is a rose in Spanish Harlem
A red rose up in Spanish Harlem
With eyes as black as coal
That looks down in my soul
And starts a fire there and then I lose control
I have to beg your pardon
I'm going to pick that rose
And watch her as she grows in my garden
[Outro]
I'm going to pick that rose
And watch her as she grows in my garden
(There is a rose in Spanish Harlem)
La la la, la la la, la la la la
(There is a rose in Spanish Harlem)
La la la, la la la, la la la la
(There is a rose in Spanish Harlem)
Credits
Ben E. King

Ben E. King

About “Spanish Harlem” by Ben E. King

Read the complete lyrics to "Spanish Harlem" by Ben E. King from the album "The Very Best Of Ben E. King" in 1960. On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Spanish R&B, Pop, Soul.

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"Spanish Harlem" is credited to Ben E. King. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Spanish Harlem" appears on "The Very Best Of Ben E. King" in 1960.

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