RIP JD... This was the last song played at my mom's funeral...I thank you for your timeless lyrics and heart-felt melodies. I have loved your music since 1972. many thanks.
This is my first time hearing this song byJohn. I am in tears. I have grieved for many years over John's death. Even though I am so blessed by his videos and performances, I still grieve that he is no longer with us here on earth. He is the BEST! His singing and songs reflect his beautiful spirit. This song is absolutely amazing! I will listen to it often! It touches me profoundly!
This has always been my favorite song by John. I saw him in concert in 1985 when his popularity had waned and we had seats in the second row. No band or orchestra, just him and his guitars and his magnificent voice. When he did this song, I felt he was singing it just for me. I want this played at my memorial.
@@johnmatuszak1958 What a wonderful plan to have John's song played at your memorial! I've wished SO many times that he was still with us. I enjoy watching the video of his last visit to Alaska so much! His love of nature and his poetic soul and splendid songs and voice are such blessings to me! And I especially love this one because it's just him with his guitar and his heart singing.
I agree with everything you wrote! I loved watching the Alaska video too! This song touches me deeply every time I listen and watch John sing and play it. Like you, it's especially meaningful to me that it's just John with his guitar and his heart singing. I am delighted that my grandson, at 18, has become enthralled with some of John's songs and guitar playing. He has amazed me with how quickly he's learned to play the guitar. And he sings some of John's songs in the shower! I will always miss John Denver!
One of the most beautiful songs ever written sung by a man with the most beautiful voice ever. I’ve seen John in concert 14 times and when he sang, there was complete silence. We hung on every word he sang. He was a teacher and he is missed
He really was in his element when he sang in Red Rocks, it is a natural amphitheater surrounded by rocks it was the perfect show casr for his wonderful voice, best thing is no one was drunk or smoking weed at his concerts there his voice made for a natural Rocky Mountain High.
I love John Denver's voice and how he sings his beautiful songs. I know tht he is not in our world now but he left us his songs and we will always love and miss him. It is 2023 and I am still listening to his songs and missing him.
I once knew a parched and barren soul who said, "Some people even think John Denver can sing." I shook my head sadly as I turned to walk away, knowing any argument would be a waste of time. If you are that devoid of the love of life, I don't have words to convince you other wise.
I believe God took him early because He was amazed that His creation could eclipse the music of the Heavens and decided…John you must come home and use your talent that I gave you to write songs for the choirs of Angels to croon throughout the universe. What a blessed blessed man❤❤❤🕊🕊🕊
How could one person write so much beautiful poetry & music expressing what others feel but cannot articulate… and perform in such a way to touch the hearts of millions.. Look how much good for the earth he accomplished. All in a short lifespan. John was a spirit like no other and his work and spirit live on.
Oh John, if you were only here....we MUST learn from his example. When we find ourselves alone, and we are never alone. He lives within me. And all of us.
Picture a small theatre in Northampton U.K. a front row seat literally ten feet from J.D. A lady completely unknown to me gently sobbing on my shoulder , whilst JD sang this song just about tells people what John meant to many people. Totally blessed to have seen him in concert five time including his last ever concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London April 1997.
John channeled pure musical Divinity every time he picked up a guitar and sang, and liberated us all with his raw, unapologetic honesty. How grateful we are for how generously he shared his gifts with us. I'm continuously inspired thanks to him. I miss him so damn much.
A Man YEARS ahead of his time...the things he stood for...what he preached about and what he represented...will last for eternity...we ALL miss you, John....may you always be at peace.
I wonder....did he know Just how Much he was loved?❤ He filled my heart with dreams . His music soothed my soul. I Was so fortunate to see many of his concerts.....defined my college years. He owned the music of the late sixties and seventies. October 12, 1997.....Sad, sad day! He is sorely missed! 😪 💔
I was 45 when I lost my husband at 45. 3 months later John's death came. I cried for weeks after hearing of his death. God gave humanity such an amazing gift in John Denver. I only hope he knew how much he was loved!💕
I live I New Zealand...I never got to see John in concert but I have loved him all of my life. From when he was young to when he was older...I loved his songs and his caring for Mother Earth...his compassion and his caring for people of all races. I am now 75 and there is not much time left for me...I am a Buddist ...and I know that life goes on no matter what your religion is...I am SO hoping to see him when I pass...that he died when he did was awful and yet I'm sure that it was his way to tell us to LISTEN ...and care for each other.There has never been a man who cared so for people and animals and the Earth....I am so looking forward to seeing you John.....Namaste.
When I was a child in grade school my bus driver played poems, prayers, and promises on an old cassette player every day on the drive home past cotton fields. I will never forget it. Listening to JD, looking out the school bus window at cotton fields. The Vietnam war was going on, my parents were divorcing, but here was this voice that meant so much to me and apparently the bus driver. I was watching the country music awards and say Charlie Rich disrespect John Denver, I didn’t totally understand it but I knew it was mean spirited. John Denver was such a gentle soul, how could anyone not see that.
@@inharmsway1965 This video talks about the night Charlie Rich burned the card announcing John Denver as the 1975 CMA Entertainer of the Year. Spoiler alert: it likely wasn't disrespect but a result of Rich being drunk and thinking it was a funny thing to do. I'm sure Charlie appreciated and loved John as we all do. ruclips.net/video/fXWdYbR4bOM/видео.html
I was an avid Denver fan, sang with a friend his songs, and went to his concerts, but never heard of this song until a few days ago. Even more special to me and typical of John Denver was his humorous intro before singing the song explaining his procrastination in writing this song and seeming to finish the lyrics there on stage. Amazing unforgettable talent and lovable touchable eternal spirit singer/songwriter he was and in my mind still is
As a person concerned with the planet we are leaving our children, I have always considered how I can help that cause. John Denver said something that gave me some comfort. I am paraphrasing here but it went something like this. You can’t save the whole planet but you can do your part. So when I walk instead of drive, recycle, try to make something last instead of pitching it and buying new, I am reminded of John’s statement. I still miss him and his friend Dan Fogelberg.
I was a huge fan of his way back in the 1970's . My own life then got real busy with a family and all that and I kinda fell away from his music. But whenever I was feeling real low and worn out, I could play a cassette, and later a CD, of his music...mostly from the 70's stuff that I loved so much, and my Soul and Spirit would get re-charged. I'm 65 now, and I can still get re-charged by listening to him singing & playing his songs. What a treasure he was, but so under appreciated and un-acknowledged for the superb singer / songwriter that he was. He was so much...so much more than just .." Yee, Haw... Thank God I'm a country boy" . Thank you for sharing this with us.
I do not understand how anyone could possibly not like this song...if they would just listen to the words, to the Soul of this song...I feel sorry for people so bent on the negative side of life...just my opinion...
Greatness... 💘. I believe they played this gorgeous song (The Wings That Fly Us Home) at John's memorial service. "He is so in my heart. He is here. He can never be gone ". lyrics from John Denver's masterpiece 'On The Wings Of A Dream'.
JOHN DENVER'S MUSIC WAS/IS THE SOUNDTRACK OF MY LIFE. I am 72 years old, and I have not been able to get past his death. Even to this date - 7/25/2020 - my heart aches - ACHES - for John to be alive and singing for us, for me. He will be 77 on 12/31/2020 .. will be - because he is not gone ... he is in our hearts, minds, and spirits, and in all of his music. This song - The Wings That Fly Us Home is so beautiful and makes me sob uncontrollably. OH!! If only he had added a little more fuel to one of the wings in that stupid plane ... he would not have died. I died that day, and I have not felt alive since 10/12/1997. His music is difficult for me to listen to because I want him alive. I want him singing in concerts, living his life, becoming more of who he was, being with his children, becoming a grandfather. My daughter feels my pain and is now teaching her children all about John (as I taught her and my son) - playing his music throughout the house (but through that darn Alexa machine!) My 9 y/o grandson cries when he hears This Old Guitar and he saw a video of John talking about how his grandmother got him a guitar. Guess what I bought my grandson for Christmas? That's what grandmothers are for .. to keep the spirit of love alive. If there is a God and if there is a heaven, I will look for John and my Father .. who is the reason why I am so close to John's music. My Father loved the Rocky Mountains and we were to move to Durango when I got out of grade school around 13 - but he died when I was 11. John Denver gave my Father back to me, but also gave me a sense of who I would become ... a naturalist, a humanist, a tree hugger, a lover of life and all peoples.
Judy Harrison I've asked myself that too...why would such an experienced pilot be so casual about fuel?! A 10 minute wait, and he might still be here today! I hope his dad scolded him good when they met in heaven.
@@gj3044 I read somewhere that the fuel gauge in his plane was faulty. Apparently the planes previous owner had made adjustments to the plane. The fuel gauge was one of them. It's such a tragedy that he died when, and how, he did. But he's at peace now. And singing with the angels. He isn't lonely anymore. We can't take that away from him
I love John Denver too, all his songs gave meaning. Wings that fly me home is the ultimate of many of his wonderful songs. My son wrote, sang and played his own songs . His life’s work was completed at age 33 and he left us all. Maybe he is jamming away with John in the place beyond. I am so thankful that John Denver left us so much of himself in his songs and wonderful voice, it’s truly a tonic for the soul. He had an eagle soul and earth couldn’t hold him. So many people loved him and still do.
@@irenedevilliers1674 his new plane had two fuel tanks and to switch from one to the other required him to reach backward over his shoulder to reach the jury-rigged selector handle. He essentially took off with almost no fuel, intending just to come right back to the airport. Unfortunately the tank selected for takeoff had just enough fuel for the take off and then to about 400 feet above the water off Monterey, CA. When he reached back to switch tanks his right foot jammed the rudders right causing him to lose control of the aircraft and crash hard into the water. If he would have accepted the loss of power, kept control of the aircraft and settled onto the calm ocean water, he probably would have survived and been able to swim to shore.
I play this song for my family and myself in memory of those close to us who have passed. It’s so powerful and carries an awesome message. It brings me to tears most times. Other times it brings back the deep pain from the losses. But, it makes me put things into perspective with the circle of life and that their spirits have soared up to Him and His home. Thank you so much for your wordsmanship, Joe Henry. And thank you so much for the awesome music you left us with, John. “You’re never alone.” RIP.
milehighed5280: You are so right. He wrote such beautiful songs and this one is a masterpiece. I believe it was played at his funeral, as I recall. I used to have a substantial collection of John's CDs in my car which, unfortunately, were stolen while at a repair shop and this song was on one of those CDs. Many times his music has lifted me out of depression via private sing-alongs while driving. A one-of-a-kind person and entertainer. Rest in peace, John Denver. You are sorely missed.
@@andrerieumaastricht9811 Your Dad's lyrics just pop into my head..."He was sorry for the way things are in China..." (Me too) "He had an uncle name of Matthew..." ( I wish I had) All The Best & Be Well
@@andrerieumaastricht9811 Originally from NH, I wound up here in 1972. (Corporate transfers) In Midlothian a suburb of Richmond, VA. My "Country Roads" growin up in NH were unpaved....really COUNTRY.
It's heartening to come upon a song, for whatever reason, you're not familiar with. It's magical when that song becomes one you absolutely love. This song is that for me.
To have had vinyls, tapes and cassettes and to not know this song! His music inspired me in many ways, poems, mountains, promises, Muppets and now this. At 72, he still inspires me.! Fly high, John.. We'll meet someday!
I was blessed to have been sat in the front row of small theatre in Northampton UK as he sang this song . That memory and the anniversary of twenty years of his death today will always live in my memory. RIP John.
The year was 1994, a lady sat beside me gently sobbing with her head on my shoulder, I would loved to have known what this beautiful song meant to her personally.
Of course, I did not know him except through his music, but I loved this man so much throughout my lifetime! His voice so beautiful, and this song my favorite of all time. Rest in peach John. Maybe in another lifetime 💕
I was taken back by how much his death affected me. I still am, all these years later. He helped me grow up with his music. I was about 13 when I discovered him and fell in love with his voice and heart immediately. That was1971. 🥹💞💞💞
@@andrerieumaastricht9811 I remembered the lyrics and played this clip. It made me cry. I had asked a question from spirit before sleeping. They answered me upon waking.
5 months before you left us, I had the chance to talk with you back stage in Cerritos, CA. You were gracious and everything that I expected and more. I miss you John....you're music shaped my life, as 40 years ago, I left my home state of Ohio and have lived in the Rocky Mountains since.......thanks for the gift of yourself, and your music. Rest in Peace John Denver
I never ever get to the end of this song without tears... it is so, so beautiful, and so so moving, and my heart hears it like new every time I listen to it. It's a masterpiece.
What a great loss...RIP John... thanks for making such a big difference in my life over the years. It was such a pleasure to have met you. I’m certain your Dad was so very proud...😇
John, we need your message in this world now more than ever! I pray I can continue to sing your music touch people's hearts & souls! Your voice has proven to save & heal lives. Please help me find Carmen!
My father loved you in the 80's and so I always heard your records. Well, it was not my favorite stuff as the 80's had some IMPRESSIVE music for you guys but today, being nearly 50 I can appreaciate your art. Rest in piece, mate.
We miss you so much these days JD......This song is a Marvelous Testimonial......Painfully beautiful, this Performance...D. 4-29-2020 , in the time of the Virus.
I listen to this song, it is so beautiful. The words are so beautiful and his voice is amazing. I thank God that we can still listen to this song and all the others.
I got goosebumps listening to this. He was the best singer! What a shame he did not get to write and compose more beautiful music. But what a blessing to have heard all the songs he did write and sing!! RIP..♥️
I've been a fan since 3rd grade in 1973 when I held his Rocky Mountain High cassette tape & listened to all the songs. I listen to my favorites to this day and still get moved to tears at times. Can't believe it will be 27 years since he died. Love him! Wisconsin fan!❤
l love John singing this beautiful song l am having this played at my funeral with the video on you tube with the pictures I adore John Denver and aways have l am heart broken that he is no longer with us l listen to him every day and night and have most of his cds and dvds and l watch him on you tube he sings his songs with so much love and feeling and is so talented and perfect in every way and very beautiful and such a kind passionate loving person with so much love to give and you can see it in his eyes l wish l could have seen and met him and told him how much l love him he is the most wonderful singer and human being in the world l miss and love him so much every second of the day with tears and sadness that he is not hear for me to hold l will see him with the angels in my heart always and my love forever John God Bless you darling heart broken forever without you Love Eternal Paula xxx January 2016.
I have been to the beach near where he crashed that awful day. Its a beautiful place and I prayed for him there. I miss him so much, his spirit and love could do so much today for this sad and damaged world. God bless you John, you left us far too soon.
RIP JD... This was the last song played at my mom's funeral...I thank you for your timeless lyrics and heart-felt melodies. I have loved your music since 1972. many thanks.
This is my first time hearing this song byJohn. I am in tears. I have grieved for many years over John's death. Even though I am so blessed by his videos and performances, I still grieve that he is no longer with us here on earth. He is the BEST! His singing and songs reflect his beautiful spirit. This song is absolutely amazing! I will listen to it often! It touches me profoundly!
This has always been my favorite song by John. I saw him in concert in 1985 when his popularity had waned and we had seats in the second row. No band or orchestra, just him and his guitars and his magnificent voice. When he did this song, I felt he was singing it just for me. I want this played at my memorial.
@@johnmatuszak1958 What a wonderful plan to have John's song played at your memorial! I've wished SO many times that he was still with us. I enjoy watching the video of his last visit to Alaska so much! His love of nature and his poetic soul and splendid songs and voice are such blessings to me! And I especially love this one because it's just him with his guitar and his heart singing.
You are not alone. There are so many of us. 💕
I agree with everything you wrote! I loved watching the Alaska video too! This song touches me deeply every time I listen and watch John sing and play it. Like you, it's especially meaningful to me that it's just John with his guitar and his heart singing. I am delighted that my grandson, at 18, has become enthralled with some of John's songs and guitar playing. He has amazed me with how quickly he's learned to play the guitar. And he sings some of John's songs in the shower! I will always miss John Denver!
I just found it. I spent my youth listening to him. Such a beautiful song❤
One of the most beautiful songs ever written sung by a man with the most beautiful voice ever. I’ve seen John in concert 14 times and when he sang, there was complete silence. We hung on every word he sang. He was a teacher and he is missed
Kindred Spirits
I feel he is singing this for my folks in Heaven
He really was in his element when he sang in Red Rocks, it is a natural amphitheater surrounded by rocks it was the perfect show casr for his wonderful voice, best thing is no one was drunk or smoking weed at his concerts there his voice made for a natural Rocky Mountain High.
John's voice seems richer here. I also yearn for his earthly presence. RIP, dear John Denver.
The world is a much lesser place without you.
I love John Denver's voice and how he sings his beautiful songs. I know tht he is not in our world now but he left us his songs and we will always love and miss him. It is 2023 and I am still listening to his songs and missing him.
I don’t think I have heard this song before. How I miss John Denver. He left us too soon.
I once knew a parched and barren soul who said, "Some people even think John Denver can sing." I shook my head sadly as I turned to walk away, knowing any argument would be a waste of time. If you are that devoid of the love of life, I don't have words to convince you other wise.
One of the best male voices of music history.
Yes beautiful and clear. Good good man.
He was just a man; not perfect, not a saint, but he had the courage to care, and he was humane and he shared his pain and joy with the world.
You words have crown him, as blessings but sharing, his tears, Sadness as we find strength in yourself, to be kind and care❤
The wings and the fire flew him home, but far too soon. He could have done so much more for planet earth. So greatly missed.
Ditto!!!!!
Absolutely. Tragic loss to all.
Same here 😭😭 i missed him alot
I believe God took him early because He was amazed that His creation could eclipse the music of the Heavens and decided…John you must come home and use your talent that I gave you to write songs for the choirs of Angels to croon throughout the universe. What a blessed blessed man❤❤❤🕊🕊🕊
The wings couldn’t fly him home because he couldn’t switch from an empty fuel tank to a full one.
The only singer in the world whose voice actually improved with age. Sounds better than ever. RIP Great Man.
His lyrics are sermons of love, patience, beauty, our world, and our humanity. These sermons will be with this world forever.
This world needs your wisdom now more than ever....
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Amen 🙏
I am still shed a tear listening to any of john Denver songs we all can learn so much to heal yourself and the world 🙏
How could one person write so much beautiful poetry & music expressing what others feel but cannot articulate… and perform in such a way to touch the hearts of millions.. Look how much good for the earth he accomplished. All in a short lifespan. John was a spirit like no other and his work and spirit live on.
Oh John, if you were only here....we MUST learn from his example. When we find ourselves alone, and we are never alone. He lives within me. And all of us.
❤thanks for being here❤❤❤🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Picture a small theatre in Northampton U.K. a front row seat literally ten feet from J.D. A lady completely unknown to me gently sobbing on my shoulder , whilst JD sang this song just about tells people what John meant to many people. Totally blessed to have seen him in concert five time including his last ever concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London April 1997.
John channeled pure musical Divinity every time he picked up a guitar and sang, and liberated us all with his raw, unapologetic honesty. How grateful we are for how generously he shared his gifts with us. I'm continuously inspired thanks to him. I miss him so damn much.
John Denver. A National treasure. As so many other treasures taken to soon, to soon.
This song should be on a probe heading to a star with an earth-like planet.
❤thanks for being here
A Man YEARS ahead of his time...the things he stood for...what he preached about and what he represented...will last for eternity...we ALL miss you, John....may you always be at peace.
YES, WHY DID YOU HAVE TO DIE . . .SO SOON!
DEFFIENTLY !!!! MISS HIM ... RIP JOHN ❤
🙏🏼❤️❤️
We so much miss and love you
@@frederickjohnsen4246 Spot on.
He was a flower that bloomed for a short time, but, oh, what it gave us in that length of time! Thank you, God, for this man's work.
❤thanks for being here❤❤❤❤🙏🏼🙏🏼
I wonder....did he know Just how
Much he was loved?❤
He filled my heart with dreams .
His music soothed my soul.
I Was so fortunate to see many of his concerts.....defined my college years.
He owned the music of the late sixties and seventies.
October 12, 1997.....Sad, sad day!
He is sorely missed! 😪 💔
I was 45 when I lost my husband at 45. 3 months later John's death came. I cried for weeks after hearing of his death. God gave humanity such an amazing gift in John Denver. I only hope he knew how much he was loved!💕
Amen!
I live I New Zealand...I never got to see John in concert but I have loved him all of my life. From when he was young to when he was older...I loved his songs and his caring for Mother Earth...his compassion and his caring for people of all races. I am now 75 and there is not much time left for me...I am a Buddist ...and I know that life goes on no matter what your religion is...I am SO hoping to see him when I pass...that he died when he did was awful and yet I'm sure that it was his way to tell us to LISTEN ...and care for each other.There has never been a man who cared so for people and animals and the Earth....I am so looking forward to seeing you John.....Namaste.
Beautiful, precious 'John Denver'.................LOVE
That was chilling! Who can replace this man? No one , Ever!
YES!!
So right! I don't understand the people who say the tribute artists look or sound "just like" JD. No way.
You're so right, Robert. John Denver was and will always remain one of the greatest musical gifts to mankind.
When I was a child in grade school my bus driver played poems, prayers, and promises on an old cassette player every day on the drive home past cotton fields. I will never forget it. Listening to JD, looking out the school bus window at cotton fields. The Vietnam war was going on, my parents were divorcing, but here was this voice that meant so much to me and apparently the bus driver. I was watching the country music awards and say Charlie Rich disrespect John Denver, I didn’t totally understand it but I knew it was mean spirited. John Denver was such a gentle soul, how could anyone not see that.
@@inharmsway1965 This video talks about the night Charlie Rich burned the card announcing John Denver as the 1975 CMA Entertainer of the Year. Spoiler alert: it likely wasn't disrespect but a result of Rich being drunk and thinking it was a funny thing to do. I'm sure Charlie appreciated and loved John as we all do. ruclips.net/video/fXWdYbR4bOM/видео.html
He would have truly done so much more then anyone else... for this world and our planet!!His spirit fills the heavens forever! Amen!
Yes they do. Prophetic.
Amen. And his spirit lives on in the earth thru his music, and all of us who are so touched by it.
So well put kkbelvis ...i feel the same
Such a loss...such beauty
I was an avid Denver fan, sang with a friend his songs, and went to his concerts, but never heard of this song until a few days ago. Even more special to me and typical of John Denver was his humorous intro before singing the song explaining his procrastination in writing this song and seeming to finish the lyrics there on stage. Amazing unforgettable talent and lovable touchable eternal spirit singer/songwriter he was and in my mind still is
learn the different uses of THEN and THAN,,,and I'll read your comments. Until then, you are simply STUPID
As a person concerned with the planet we are leaving our children, I have always considered how I can help that cause. John Denver said something that gave me some comfort. I am paraphrasing here but it went something like this. You can’t save the whole planet but you can do your part. So when I walk instead of drive, recycle, try to make something last instead of pitching it and buying new, I am reminded of John’s statement. I still miss him and his friend Dan Fogelberg.
Still missing him after 23 years. He died in 1997.
❤thanks for being here❤❤❤❤
There is nothing more touching than music, his music.
❤thanks for being here❤
John Denver one of the “”ABSOLUTE GREATEST””. So sad he went before his time was due. “”HE WAS HEART HE WAS LOVE””
John Denver expresses many 👌🏻 feelings ❤😊❤
I was a huge fan of his way back in the 1970's . My own life then got real busy with a family and all that and I kinda fell away from his music. But whenever I was feeling real low and worn out, I could play a cassette, and later a CD, of his music...mostly from the 70's stuff that I loved so much, and my Soul and Spirit would get re-charged. I'm 65 now, and I can still get re-charged by listening to him singing & playing his songs. What a treasure he was, but so under appreciated and un-acknowledged for the superb singer / songwriter that he was. He was so much...so much more than just .." Yee, Haw... Thank God I'm a country boy" . Thank you for sharing this with us.
Truer words never spoken. Miss his presence :(
same here; always loved him
I could not have said that better marbleman52
So was l. I so miss him.
@@lissa812000 Always will 💜
I had never heard this song before. Such heart and soul. We greatly need that now.
I still love his music. Lifelong fan!
I do not understand how anyone could possibly not like this song...if they would just listen to the words, to the Soul of this song...I feel sorry for people so bent on the negative side of life...just my opinion...
Greatness... 💘. I believe they played this gorgeous song (The Wings That Fly Us Home) at John's memorial service. "He is so in my heart. He is here. He can never be gone ". lyrics from John Denver's masterpiece 'On The Wings Of A Dream'.
You have just seen a small part of this wonderful man's SOUL!!!!!
❤thanks for being here
His voice still touches me deeply❤
This is my favorite song..
Thanks for sharing your thoughts here, he left us memorable and unforgettable music. Sleep on Dad🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤❤❤💯💯💯
John Denver was a very great singer and absolutely beautiful music. Glad we can hear his song and this one. AMEN
JOHN DENVER'S MUSIC WAS/IS THE SOUNDTRACK OF MY LIFE. I am 72 years old, and I have not been able to get past his death. Even to this date - 7/25/2020 - my heart aches - ACHES - for John to be alive and singing for us, for me. He will be 77 on 12/31/2020 .. will be - because he is not gone ... he is in our hearts, minds, and spirits, and in all of his music. This song - The Wings That Fly Us Home is so beautiful and makes me sob uncontrollably. OH!! If only he had added a little more fuel to one of the wings in that stupid plane ... he would not have died. I died that day, and I have not felt alive since 10/12/1997. His music is difficult for me to listen to because I want him alive. I want him singing in concerts, living his life, becoming more of who he was, being with his children, becoming a grandfather. My daughter feels my pain and is now teaching her children all about John (as I taught her and my son) - playing his music throughout the house (but through that darn Alexa machine!) My 9 y/o grandson cries when he hears This Old Guitar and he saw a video of John talking about how his grandmother got him a guitar. Guess what I bought my grandson for Christmas? That's what grandmothers are for .. to keep the spirit of love alive. If there is a God and if there is a heaven, I will look for John and my Father .. who is the reason why I am so close to John's music. My Father loved the Rocky Mountains and we were to move to Durango when I got out of grade school around 13 - but he died when I was 11. John Denver gave my Father back to me, but also gave me a sense of who I would become ... a naturalist, a humanist, a tree hugger, a lover of life and all peoples.
Judy Harrison I've asked myself that too...why would such an experienced pilot be so casual about fuel?! A 10 minute wait, and he might still be here today! I hope his dad scolded him good when they met in heaven.
@@gj3044 I read somewhere that the fuel gauge in his plane was faulty. Apparently the planes previous owner had made adjustments to the plane. The fuel gauge was one of them.
It's such a tragedy that he died when, and how, he did. But he's at peace now. And singing with the angels. He isn't lonely anymore. We can't take that away from him
So well said
I love John Denver too, all his songs gave meaning. Wings that fly me home is the ultimate of many of his wonderful songs. My son wrote, sang and played his own songs . His life’s work was completed at age 33 and he left us all.
Maybe he is jamming away with John in the place beyond.
I am so thankful that John Denver left us so much of himself in his songs and wonderful voice, it’s truly a tonic for the soul. He had an eagle soul and earth couldn’t hold him.
So many people loved him and still do.
@@irenedevilliers1674 his new plane had two fuel tanks and to switch from one to the other required him to reach backward over his shoulder to reach the jury-rigged selector handle. He essentially took off with almost no fuel, intending just to come right back to the airport. Unfortunately the tank selected for takeoff had just enough fuel for the take off and then to about 400 feet above the water off Monterey, CA. When he reached back to switch tanks his right foot jammed the rudders right causing him to lose control of the aircraft and crash hard into the water.
If he would have accepted the loss of power, kept control of the aircraft and settled onto the calm ocean water, he probably would have survived and been able to swim to shore.
I play this song for my family and myself in memory of those close to us who have passed. It’s so powerful and carries an awesome message. It brings me to tears most times. Other times it brings back the deep pain from the losses. But, it makes me put things into perspective with the circle of life and that their spirits have soared up to Him and His home. Thank you so much for your wordsmanship, Joe Henry. And thank you so much for the awesome music you left us with, John.
“You’re never alone.” RIP.
I play this video version of the song often. You described the reasons exactly.
milehighed5280: You are so right. He wrote such beautiful songs and this one is a masterpiece. I believe it was played at his funeral, as I recall. I used to have a substantial collection of John's CDs in my car which, unfortunately, were stolen while at a repair shop and this song was on one of those CDs. Many times his music has lifted me out of depression via private sing-alongs while driving. A one-of-a-kind person and entertainer. Rest in peace, John Denver. You are sorely missed.
@@SJMatta Talk about highway robbery!
Almost too painful to watch, the flame of a living soul.
My God..listen to that PERFECT pitch & vibrato. Nobody’s better..hands down, the end, no question, period! 😀❤️🎵🇨🇦
amen.....wonderful John Denver 8/31/19
D'accord 😊🌷🌹
I totally agree with you, I'm such a huge fan. He has the most beautiful voice I've ever heard.
An old soul, tired in his eyes shown how old and how understood life, great voice, love his song more than any 2022 song, music now is sh....
miss him and his music so much..........
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He had the most beautiful hands in the world...
He flew home too soon. He had so much more that we will never know. Miss him everyday.
Listening to this and crying.
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Love what John shared about his friend Joe Henry before he sang. Such a kind-hearted human being. Thank you for your lovely music, John!
a m hi do you no what was the book called that joe Henry was writing? Thanks
I had the honor of meeting this man! Truly a spirit of goodness
@@kristimorehouse9627 me too. I helped Annie do hunger project event. So sad to be without him.
@@kristimorehouse9627 you were lucky! How did you get to meet him?
@@samhunt6762 Might be Lime Creek
ONE OF MOST TALENTED SINGERS THAT HAS WALKED ONTO A STAGE !! TY U-Tube !!
You're right, it is the best and thank you very much RUclips for giving us the chance to hear his beautiful voice.
At 82 just found...Another gem by John & a friend...can U say Genius?
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@@andrerieumaastricht9811 Your Dad's lyrics just pop into my head..."He was sorry for the way things are in China..." (Me too) "He had an uncle name of Matthew..." ( I wish I had) All The Best & Be Well
@@francisalanwormald6328 awesome, where're you streaming from?
@@andrerieumaastricht9811 Originally from NH, I wound up here in 1972. (Corporate transfers) In Midlothian a suburb of Richmond, VA. My "Country Roads" growin up in NH were unpaved....really COUNTRY.
His music is so moving
Wow John that was wonderful. Just touched that heart string deeply.
It's heartening to come upon a song, for whatever reason, you're not familiar with. It's magical when that song becomes one you absolutely love. This song is that for me.
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@@andrerieumaastricht9811 An honor to hear from you Zachary! Blessings!
@@rickhealy228 Much love Rick
@@rickhealy228 where're you streaming from?
Oh John, how I miss you. Thank you for all the beautiful music , the meanings, the messages 🌲🌻🌲
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To have had vinyls, tapes and cassettes and to not know this song! His music inspired me in many ways, poems, mountains, promises, Muppets and now this. At 72, he still inspires me.! Fly high, John.. We'll meet someday!
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He had tons of songs. I STILL haven't heard them all!
Such a huge part of my teenage years. It hurts to see him like this and know there will be no more. X
John Denver was a gift from God may the Lord now look after him.
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I was blessed to have been sat in the front row of small theatre in Northampton UK as he sang this song . That memory and the anniversary of twenty years of his death today will always live in my memory. RIP John.
What year was that?
CanuckEhhh 1997
Wow! That must of been amazing to watch. I love John Denver. Gone to soon.
The year was 1994, a lady sat beside me gently sobbing with her head on my shoulder, I would loved to have known what this beautiful song meant to her personally.
What a blessing!
I'll never grow tired of listening to this.
I grew up with John Denver he touches my heart and soul
Me either. He really was special wasn't he? The late great John Denver.
You are missed so much John we need your voice and support today. 😢
and yes, the wind flew him home
Of course, I did not know him except through his music, but I loved this man so much throughout my lifetime! His voice so beautiful, and this song my favorite of all time. Rest in peach John. Maybe in another lifetime 💕
He's my favorite of all time.
Amen!
I was taken back by how much his death affected me. I still am, all these years later. He helped me grow up with his music. I was about 13 when I discovered him and fell in love with his voice and heart immediately. That was1971. 🥹💞💞💞
My message from spirit on waking "I awoke with this, a flower, in my hand" . Thank you John x
Thanks
@@andrerieumaastricht9811 I remembered the lyrics and played this clip. It made me cry. I had asked a question from spirit before sleeping. They answered me upon waking.
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I want to share some context with you.
Zach❤
5 months before you left us, I had the chance to talk with you back stage in Cerritos, CA. You were gracious and everything that I expected and more. I miss you John....you're music shaped my life, as 40 years ago, I left my home state of Ohio and have lived in the Rocky Mountains since.......thanks for the gift of yourself, and your music. Rest in Peace John Denver
how lucky! I would liked to have the opportunity to meet him and thank for so many beautiful moments i experienced thanks to his beautiful music
As John would have said himself, “FAR OUT!!!”
What beautiful words friend. ❤
Me too!
What a poet with an excellent singing voice..RIP 🇨🇦
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Aloha John Denver!!!! Thanks for your singing that blesses my soul !!!!! Robert S.J. Hu - Hawaii fan. 9/5/20.
I never ever get to the end of this song without tears... it is so, so beautiful, and so so moving, and my heart hears it like new every time I listen to it. It's a masterpiece.
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I love you JD - I shook your hand once in a concert! I still remember . . . this is my favorite song ever! My mom loved you too!
Thank you for sharing, never had seen him in concert, God bless utube. 🙏🕊🥀🎚💐
This song brought tears to my eyes. Thank you John Denver.
Beautiful, John Denver, God Bless You and May You Rest in Peace, Stay Safe Everyone in 2020, XX
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@@andrerieumaastricht9811 awe thanks and take care 💕
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I want to share some context with you.
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What a great loss...RIP John... thanks for making such a big difference in my life over the years. It was such a pleasure to have met you. I’m certain your Dad was so very proud...😇
I have always loved this song, it is being played at my funeral when the time comes
You and your music will always be missed.your going has left a hole in heart. Eternally loved and missed
This is my favourite John Denver song. Beautiful words beautifully sung.
Mine too.
John, we need your message in this world now more than ever! I pray I can continue to sing your music touch people's hearts & souls! Your voice has proven to save & heal lives. Please help me find Carmen!
Hello FelonLove
This song has a deep connection with The spirit. Something I think John was always striving for.
My father loved you in the 80's and so I always heard your records.
Well, it was not my favorite stuff as the 80's had some IMPRESSIVE music for you guys but today, being nearly 50 I can appreaciate your art.
Rest in piece, mate.
We miss you so much these days JD......This song is a Marvelous Testimonial......Painfully beautiful, this Performance...D. 4-29-2020 , in the time of the Virus.
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Miss you, John. This is beautiful.
Oh Man how i have missed your beautiful voice and your life messages God keep you close to him please.Paul D
I so do miss that "Fire in the sky". I wounder what John would be thinking today, regarding our planet's dying and we're watching.
I listen to this song, it is so beautiful. The words are so beautiful and his voice is amazing. I thank God that we can still listen to this song and all the others.
My very favorite song. Missing that incredible man.
I miss him to friend. I really do.
Major Goosebumps.....
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For my son, Zachary. You are never alone. I am with you always.
Another beautiful song that only John Denver can sing..........Love..Love...Love
Cannot stop listening to this song! Stunning! 👏👏👏🙌😁
Very, very handsome man..wow!...…..Beautiful soul.....Miss you every day John Denver....RIP..10/19/19
Goose bumps.....sigh....Loving John Denver...…...Beautiful song
I got goosebumps listening to this. He was the best singer! What a shame he did not get to write and compose more beautiful music. But what a blessing to have heard all the songs he did write and sing!! RIP..♥️
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Love John Denvers' look in this awesome video and beautiful song...….Miss him sooo….Love..Love.Love
I've been a fan since 3rd grade in 1973 when I held his Rocky Mountain High cassette tape & listened to all the songs. I listen to my favorites to this day and still get moved to tears at times. Can't believe it will be 27 years since he died. Love him! Wisconsin fan!❤
Loving the hair on that handsome face...…..Wow! Every day listening to John Denvers perfect, soothing voice and awesome songs...…..Miss you John RIP
8/28/19
my gosh....I've never seen John with a beard ! He looks great ! :-D
It was for the movie " Walking Thunder" he was in it - look it up - you will like it!
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I love the beard too!!!
Beautiful depth in that song as with all of his music.
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l love John singing this beautiful song l am having this played at my funeral with the video on you tube with the pictures I adore John Denver and aways have l am heart broken that he is no longer with us l listen to him every day and night and have most of his cds and dvds and l watch him on you tube he sings his songs with so much love and feeling and is so talented and perfect in every way and very beautiful and such a kind passionate loving person with so much love to give and you can see it in his eyes l wish l could have seen and met him and told him how much l love him he is the most wonderful singer and human being in the world l miss and love him so much every second of the day with tears and sadness that he is not hear for me to hold l will see him with the angels in my heart always and my love forever John God Bless you darling heart broken forever without you Love Eternal Paula xxx January 2016.
I decided it would be part of my funeral the first time I heard it.
My thoughts entirely. This song makes me realise how much I miss his music.
All I can say is ditto
I was just thinking that. His songs often bring tears. Glen Watson, Bigfork, MT, and spent a lot of time diving in Monterey Bay.
I think I'll add this to my funeral playlist too. It's always been one of my favorite JD songs. So beautiful!
Always a perfect pitch....
I have been to the beach near where he crashed that awful day. Its a beautiful place and I prayed for him there. I miss him so much, his spirit and love could do so much today for this sad and damaged world. God bless you John, you left us far too soon.