single · August 1, 1974
Stop and Smell the Roses
Columbia/LegacySee this day
countryfolk rocksinger-songwriter
The A-side and B-side of this 1974 single both find Davis in a mellow, acoustic-driven mode. The title track became one of his signature songs.
- "Stop and Smell the Roses" reached #29 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #5 on the Billboard Country charts.
- The song was co-written by Mac Davis and Terry Allen.
- The B-side, "If You Ever Want My Love," was also featured on Davis's 1974 album, All the Love I've Got.
Mac Davis was a singer-songwriter and actor, born in Lubbock, Texas. He was known for his distinctive blend of country, folk, and pop music. This 1974 single found him at the height of his mainstream popularity, following several major hits in the early 70s.
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