John was one of the most prolific song writers that has ever lived. Did so much so that we could have a better planet, and died so misunderstood by many. RIP John- see you on the flip side.
Why can't people be gentle and kind to each other like the messages in John's music? This poor world needs you now more than ever. The angels are with you my brother.
My precious son was a young guitar protege ,For my birthday he listened to this ONCE and then played it for me. I miss my Noah and John and their musical genius!
Come and stand beside us, we can find a better way, never has a better way been needed more than now in this utter hell on earth that is 2020, we desperately need more people like John, with his sentiments and values and wonderful music to give us hope for the future, because we have none at all right now
John Denver was such a great entertainer, singer, and man....conservationist, environmentalist, pacificist, and more. His songs had depth, emotion, insight....things you just don't see in music today. I think his "I want to live" version is one of his best. Where have good men, good "country boys" like John Denver with conscience and integrity gone? They certainly can't be found in government and among CEO's of banks and such! God Bless John Denver....you left us much too soon....
John Denver gave a melodic call to our hearts and it's truly relevant today. We are the family of humanity on planet earth. We can - we MUST - by the grace of God in our lives - find a better way.
As I sit here and listen to John ...... I just realized my 2 favorite singers have the same initials J D John Denver and Judith Durham ... I just can not believe how these 2 singers have touched my life ... and John I have followed since 1970 and he is greatly missed .... yes greatly missed ... you were a wonderful singer with songs that have a lot of meaning... God Bless You ....
Kids, this is the kind of singer-songwriters we grew up listening to. Learn from John Denver and his contemporaries in the 60s and 70s. The golden years of iconic songs.
For the children and flowers are my brother and my sisters, their laughter and their loveliness would clear a cloudy day. I live for you John, your music will alway be in my heart and my spirit will always dance
The very best song ever written by him. He'll always be a part of my life, i'll always remember those afternoons at my cottage with only his voice and the lake.
I remember listing to John Denver as a young man some 45 years ago. When i play his music which is most days, it brings back great memories. You sre missed by many JD.RIP and may your memory live on always.
He was truth, he was goodness, he was purity. He is part of my utopian chlldhood and he will always be with me. Thank you for sharing yourself with the world, John. RIP. With love....
John Denver is my absolute favourite singer/songwriter and the most talented artist ever to have graced our planet and although I love nearly every one of his masterpieces this has to be up there with one of the finest he's ever written 😍🤩🤩
My favorite Denver song, the day he passed on I was in Colorado elk hunting. It felt that I had lost a brother. What a blessing to mankind. God needed his voice to sing to his angels in the heavens.
A great song John Denver has a powerful beautiful voice that touches everyone's heart around the world great song writer great guitar player. John Denver is one of the greatest country singer in country rock music. Happy heavenly Birthday l love you John Denver RIP 😎🤘🤘🎸🎸🎸🎸🌹🌹❤️❤️😥🏋️🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🎸🎸🌹
Late Stan Cat (RIP) from Unit 5, Chatsworth, Durban, South Africa..man you are my hero. I used to hear you play Denver's songs and you were great man. I know your family may never see this but man you will know what I mean. Love musicand Love the local heroes who spread the Rock Gospel
One of my very favorite John Denver songs. I love this song so much and it always brings tears to my eyes...... This is the one song I always request of a singer who I know that sings John Denver's music and tribute of his music.
No singer has ever touched my soul like he has; he was so profound and so underrated.....I miss everything he represented; thank God I grew up appreciating his artistry.
I was very young when I began writing poetry and other things. Then for a decade or more I lost my poetry. In 1972, with his album Rocky Mountain High, I discovered John Denver’s music. I began to write again. Thanks, Henry, for giving me back my poetry.
This makes me wonder what John Denver could have done in only a few more years of time. May he rest in peace. We will remember this man, his voice and his writing . .beautiful.
Yes, he definitely was given a gift from God to lift our souls to great heights and bring much happiness with such a positive message in many of his songs.
There was a childrens' tv program aired on VOK (Now KBC) where this song was a soundtrack ; I fell in love with the song then , a love that still is ! Thank you for the beautiful words and message , Denver ! You will forever live in us !
This looks like one of his latest tours.. I wonder if I have any photos from it. I watched him every time he came to Seattle :) His philosophies engrained me and really shaped who I am today. I started at age 19 with Audubon volunteering and teaching kids and did fairs.. Your mom must have had a wonderful dedication, good pick on the music ;)
My all time favorite entertainer. Was magical when I saw him in concert. Listening to his 8 track tapes while my wife and I cruised and camped in there Rockies in 1975 was magical. RIP John. I miss your spirit and presence.
John's music brings me back to the 60's& 70's when we didn't have a lot but were happy. Vacation was camping in Vermont every summer where we sat around the campfire at night singing these songs.
John Denver is one of the great singer / songwriter in the world. So sad that his life is so short. I love him....I love all his songs, it's my life all these years. Thanks for sharing this video, please upload more.
My wife is from Baguio City ainelorr - my first time visiting there February/March 1994, I felt (and knew) I was "born again on my 37th year" and never looked back. I replay John Denver's songs in my mind each and every time I visit there (4 times already).
I'm in awe everything time I hear him play this. He is and always will be one of the most underrated tenors, songwriters, and guitar players. I'm not surprised that his talent is recognized outside of this country. He was one for the ages. Peace, John. Thank you for your songs.
John, oh John, why did you have to leave us so soon?? I love your voice and your musics so much!!! I miss your soft smile and cute jokes. God keep you singing John Denver.
My dad loved John Denver & I grew up on his lovely music. My younger brother(aged 7 in 1975) used to sing out to his songs & his voice would resonate around Liverpool......happy memories indeed! cheers John.
Rhymes and Reasons by far his best..........people laugh at me when I say John Denver and Karen Carpenter are my fav singers all time..........natural voices with out all added sounds etc.......can actually understand and sing the words and their meanings......miss you both......still in my heart and collection......
Kind of a late response but what the heck. Totally agree with you Gordon. I have always thought that Rhymes & Reasons was his absolute best. "For the children and the flowers are my sisters and my brothers. Their laughter and their loveliness can clear a cloudy day. Like the music of the mountains and the colors of the rainbow, they're a promise of the future and a blessing for today!" I've never heard anything that says it better than that!
Gordon Draper Yes. About thirty years ago, a young man I accepted a ride from asked me what music I listen to I said, “John Denver.” He replied, “I’m sorry.” After that it was a long silent ride back to Denver.
iam 66yrs & still get the chills from all his music so beautifull & seems to talk to my feelings/ pity he has gone could have done with lots more of his song writing.
John Denver and Karen Carpenter are living legends. He is my favourite performer of all-time.......his voice is so natural and you can actually sing along and understand his words and music...may god bless you John Denver...you will always have a place in my heart!!!
A poet and storyteller who could make you believe every word he sang. true and sadly, celebrity ruins more than a few fine souls. but nothing will ever take away from his wonderful songs and lyrics. still missed, even by millions.
Many years ago we saw John in concert in Louisville KY. Our seats were on the top row of the arena, yet when he sang this song, you felt you were on the front row. May you forever rest in peace.
I blame my quiet gentle soul and humble being on the music and lyrics of this great and wonderful man. I've loved and listened and followed him since I was child. I can only imagine the gifts that he would be giving if he were still among us mortals. Heaven can only be a more beautiful place....
what an incredible song, I miss John Denver's music and wonder about all the beautiful songs we never got to sing because he died so young. God Bless you John, thank you for all you gave.
God Speed Mr. Denver. Thank you for sharing your loving perspective with us for such a very short time. You have touched many hearts and souls. Be well.
Oh my God- my youth as a teenager here in Germany - We loved Henry John Deutschendorf. The moment I hear his voice..... incredible. There are only two other singers that rattle me like this: Neil Diamond and Greg Lake.
i don't think he knew how much he was appreciated, or how much his music impacts us the messages in all his songs. his last one healing time on earth is one of them i urge everyone to listen to this one, and thinking about how the world is today, what he would have thought about the way things are. i think this song covers everything although he isn't here his song is. peace to all. john we miss you!
I love him. He was a beautiful spirit and a gifted musician. He is often thought of and I thank God that his body of work can carry on his memory and his contribution to humanity.
No words for how beautiful John's soul was, and I'm sure still is, floating above and among his beloved Rocky Mountains. Thank you for your music, John.
Yes, I too am a Colorado guy (Estes Park) and was fortunate to see JD perform twice. The best part was always when the band went off stage and it was just him and the guitar. This is where he could really shine through. He was not only an excellent composer/singer, but a great guitarist (seldom mentioned!). I'm fond of saying that his songs provided the soundtrack for our growing up in and around Rocky Mountain National Park. Each summer my brother, Brad Fitch, does several JD tribute concerts.
eerie connections to the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. "cities start to crumble, towers fall around us," and "written in the desserts" etc. still one of my favorites, thanks for the post.
One of the most humbling songs I have ever heard...We can use Johns legacy to make this world a better place not only now but for future generations...
John Denver left us such a legacy of love and faith through his incredible writing talent, music and signature voice! Well done John Denver your life though short was a life well spent. His music is deep and very anointed take some time to listen!
Dang it... ive played guitar for awhile but JD had amazing finesse when he played and to do that and sing so beautifully its not fair how much talent he had! It takes great talent to be able to captivate an audience with just a voice and a guitar and no one did it better.
It breaks my heart that we will never have the pleasure of seeing him in person again. I heard him under the stars at Red Rock, which will always be one of my very favorite memories. How wise he was in his poetry.
He just might agree with you . Although he probably could look past the madness and find peace and solace upon the sight of a soaring eagle , or a night storm in the rockies ... RIP John
This is "our song" (my wife and I). John once said this song contained the best lyrics he has ever written, and I agree. Decades ago I bought a Guild 12-string acoustic guitar for the sole purpose of playing this song like John Denver played it. I was never anywhere near as good as he was, but this song is as meaningful today as it was 47 years ago. We miss you John, you were one of the greats.
Don, my father died in my arms this past summer while this song was playing. He loved JD. My father's name was John Henry. Oddly enough JD first and middle name was Henry John. I loved listening to my dad singing JD songs in the shower when I was a kid. I never knew John wrote this in the shower until now. Wow.
Justt imagine how pitiful the lives of the 94 persons who gave this video a "thumbs down" must truly be, and then thank your maker that you aren't one of them, and then say a prayer for them.
what a Voice, "one of a kind"... your music has always "affected" me Greatly, STILL does... makes me "go back" to the 70's when I was a kid growing up and you were one of my greatest musical influences... your music makes me feel good, brings back many good memories... TRULY Beautiful... I miss you John...
I've always loved JD, this particular song is my favorite by him, hard to believe he and Princess Di have been gone 20 years now, unexpectedly passing away almost 2 months apart. John's music will always love on, I never tire of it.
John Denver..................... My friend, his music touched me so deeply it opened my heart to a world of promice and peace. He didn't just entertain he opened your soul with song to be all that you are. And for a moment just one small moment you knew .....................JohnDenver
though i'm from the other side of the Pacific. I'm an islander living here in the Philippines, for me hearing John Denver's voice makes feel i'm soaring high over the rocky mountains of Colorado. I love all his songs.
If only the world would take the message of this song truly to the heart... we would find a way, determination and will for peace. JD embellished this in our hearts & souls; together "we can find a better way." Our relentless effort keeps the best meaning of John's life alive. When you grow tired of trying, just rest and become inspired again with John's songs. Remember, other JD fans are with you-- even though you have never met face to face -- it's in the synergistic spirits of love that we accomplish the most.
True, he had so much hope. "determination and will for peace" was his theme. Likely kept him going when his relationships didn't pan out-still he believed in love and reconciliation above all things. This desire to belong is timeless. John Denver's fire to end hunger, halt ecological destruction were big goals that he believed could get done. The gaps that separate us could be overcome with love and trust as the bridges. He was a romantic, not hopelessly. There is warmth in his eyes that don't betray his convictions that people can provide for one another. He was a believer who took it upon himself to convince the cynics that there was a better way, mutual aid and cooperation the way forward for humanity.
The first time I saw John Denver on tv I mocked his looks and music. I was told off by a girl called Anne Burke who knew better. Within a few weeks I had his albums, I have loved his music and his lovely face since 1973.
My lovely ex-wife bought tickets for my Mom, and us for her birthday. It was the best present my Mom ever got. He did the whole show by himself, it was the best consert I've ever seen. When my Mom passed on I had them play Sunshine on my shoulder... It was her favorite.
19 years ago tomorrow was a sad day John Denvers death was a shock to all of us and to his family as well as his fans all over the world but his legacy still lives on in weddings his beautiful music still continues to live in my heart I grew up in the 70's and his music and song always warmed my heart John you are so missed but your music always lives on god bless your soul always.
When I see him singing here I feel he is still with us. I suppose he always will be with his song and his humor, but most especially with his love. RIP, John.
John was one of the most prolific song writers that has ever lived. Did so much so that we could have a better planet, and died so misunderstood by many. RIP John- see you on the flip side.
Why can't people be gentle and kind to each other like the messages in John's music? This poor world needs you now more than ever. The angels are with you my brother.
My precious son was a young guitar protege ,For my birthday he listened to this ONCE and then played it for me. I miss my Noah and John and their musical genius!
Come and stand beside us, we can find a better way, never has a better way been needed more than now in this utter hell on earth that is 2020, we desperately need more people like John, with his sentiments and values and wonderful music to give us hope for the future, because we have none at all right now
A voice and a guitar. No auto-tune. No high-tech production. Beautiful. This song gets me choked up every time. Thanks, John.
John Denver was such a great entertainer, singer, and man....conservationist, environmentalist, pacificist, and more. His songs had depth, emotion, insight....things you just don't see in music today. I think his "I want to live" version is one of his best. Where have good men, good "country boys" like John Denver with conscience and integrity gone? They certainly can't be found in government and among CEO's of banks and such! God Bless John Denver....you left us much too soon....
John Denver gave a melodic call to our hearts and it's truly relevant today. We are the family of humanity on planet earth. We can - we MUST - by the grace of God in our lives - find a better way.
As I sit here and listen to John ...... I just realized my 2 favorite singers have the same initials J D John Denver and Judith Durham ... I just can not believe how these 2 singers have touched my life ... and John I have followed since 1970 and he is greatly missed .... yes greatly missed ... you were a wonderful singer with songs that have a lot of meaning... God Bless You ....
Kids, this is the kind of singer-songwriters we grew up listening to.
Learn from John Denver and his contemporaries in the 60s and 70s.
The golden years of iconic songs.
i know there are many great singers but according to me none was so great and pure and beautiful as this man.. love you and always will john..
For the children and flowers are my brother and my sisters, their laughter and their loveliness would clear a cloudy day. I live for you John, your music will alway be in my heart and my spirit will always dance
The very best song ever written by him. He'll always be a part of my life, i'll always remember those afternoons at my cottage with only his voice and the lake.
10 years later your comment still has meaning
1000000% agree
The best singer EVER
I remember listing to John Denver as a young man some 45 years ago. When i play his music which is most days, it brings back great memories. You sre missed by many JD.RIP and may your memory live on always.
He was truth, he was goodness, he was purity. He is part of my utopian chlldhood and he will always be with me. Thank you for sharing yourself with the world, John. RIP. With love....
John Denver is my absolute favourite singer/songwriter and the most talented artist ever to have graced our planet and although I love nearly every one of his masterpieces this has to be up there with one of the finest he's ever written 😍🤩🤩
My favorite Denver song, the day he passed on I was in Colorado elk hunting. It felt that I had lost a brother. What a blessing to mankind. God needed his voice to sing to his angels in the heavens.
A great song John Denver has a powerful beautiful voice that touches everyone's heart around the world great song writer great guitar player. John Denver is one of the greatest country singer in country rock music. Happy heavenly Birthday l love you John Denver RIP 😎🤘🤘🎸🎸🎸🎸🌹🌹❤️❤️😥🏋️🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🎸🎸🌹
Late Stan Cat (RIP) from Unit 5, Chatsworth, Durban, South Africa..man you are my hero. I used to hear you play Denver's songs and you were great man. I know your family may never see this but man you will know what I mean. Love musicand Love the local heroes who spread the Rock Gospel
I love John Denver i love all songs of John Denver R.I.P
I am constantly touched by how wonderful a guitar player that he was.
One of my very favorite John Denver songs. I love this song so much and it always brings tears to my eyes...... This is the one song I always request of a singer who I know that sings John Denver's music and tribute of his music.
No singer has ever touched my soul like he has; he was so profound and so underrated.....I miss everything he represented; thank God I grew up appreciating his artistry.
Don't thank God.
Thank John or whomever it was that turned you onto his music.
I thank my mom for that.
me too
I feel the same
I was very young when I began writing poetry and other things. Then for a decade or more I lost my poetry. In 1972, with his album Rocky Mountain High, I discovered John Denver’s music. I began to write again. Thanks, Henry, for giving me back my poetry.
Thank you for expressing our thoughts well
This makes me wonder what John Denver could have done in only a few more years of time. May he rest in peace. We will remember this man, his voice and his writing . .beautiful.
Thankyou God for people who make beautiful music for us to enjoy....John was one of them :-)
Yes, he definitely was given a gift from God to lift our souls to great heights and bring much happiness with such a positive message in many of his songs.
Jim Nielsen He sure could lift ya up Jim....beautifully said! :-)
Amen, to that Jane.. :)
Beautiful
I've loved him since I was 'young'; in the early 70's.....yikes lol We shall all meet again some day.
There was a childrens' tv program aired on VOK (Now KBC) where this song was a soundtrack ; I fell in love with the song then , a love that still is ! Thank you for the beautiful words and message , Denver ! You will forever live in us !
1 of the most underrated artists of all time... guy was brilliant
Agreed.
Brad Query agree
I had a chance to see him live in Seattle. My mom's memorial was based around John's music
Brad Query Underrated?.He is widely recognized as one of the best country singers off all time
This looks like one of his latest tours.. I wonder if I have any photos from it. I watched him every time he came to Seattle :) His philosophies engrained me and really shaped who I am today. I started at age 19 with Audubon volunteering and teaching kids and did fairs.. Your mom must have had a wonderful dedication, good pick on the music ;)
My all time favorite entertainer. Was magical when I saw him in concert. Listening to his 8 track tapes while my wife and I cruised and camped in there Rockies in 1975 was magical. RIP John.
I miss your spirit and presence.
John's music brings me back to the 60's& 70's when we didn't have a lot but were happy. Vacation was camping in Vermont every summer where we sat around the campfire at night singing these songs.
John Denver is one of the great singer / songwriter in the world. So sad that his life is so short. I love him....I love all his songs, it's my life all these years. Thanks for sharing this video, please upload more.
I thank RUclips from the bottom of my heart... without this...we will never be able to find treasures like this one... so thank you again RUclips...
john you words are beautiful and never forgotten you are missed
My wife is from Baguio City ainelorr - my first time visiting there February/March 1994, I felt (and knew) I was "born again on my 37th year" and never looked back. I replay John Denver's songs in my mind each and every time I visit there (4 times already).
after 9-11 my father listened to this song even more! I will always love JD, he will always be missed!
This song makes me cry every time I listen to it.
There will never be another John Denver and it's sad.
John Denver..simply the best
I'm in awe everything time I hear him play this. He is and always will be one of the most underrated tenors, songwriters, and guitar players. I'm not surprised that his talent is recognized outside of this country. He was one for the ages. Peace, John. Thank you for your songs.
John, oh John, why did you have to leave us so soon?? I love your voice and your musics so much!!! I miss your soft smile and cute jokes. God keep you singing John Denver.
My dad loved John Denver & I grew up on his lovely music. My younger brother(aged 7 in 1975) used to sing out to his songs & his voice would resonate around Liverpool......happy memories indeed! cheers John.
I love him. Very blessed to see him at the melody tent. It was beutiful. Always love you.
Rhymes and Reasons by far his best..........people laugh at me when I say John Denver and Karen Carpenter are my fav singers all time..........natural voices with out all added sounds etc.......can actually understand and sing the words and their meanings......miss you both......still in my heart and collection......
Gordon Draper God bless you mate - I'm in the same camp - 54yrs & I still have tears at this song
Kind of a late response but what the heck. Totally agree with you Gordon. I have always thought that Rhymes & Reasons was his absolute best.
"For the children and the flowers are my sisters and my brothers. Their laughter and their loveliness can clear a cloudy day. Like the music of the mountains and the colors of the rainbow, they're a promise of the future and a blessing for today!"
I've never heard anything that says it better than that!
Gordon Draper Yes. About thirty years ago, a young man I accepted a ride from asked me what music I listen to I said, “John Denver.” He replied, “I’m sorry.” After that it was a long silent ride back to Denver.
This is my all time favorite and listen to it every morning.🦋🙏🌈 Thank you Mr. John Denver for meaningful music.
Big fan. Hadn't heard this in 30 years. Made my blood pressure go down. Follow Me is a favorite.
One of Denver's best song and lyrics--period. God bless you John--we miss you!
This song always makes me cry it is so beautiful. He has such magnificient insight.
I’m with you, this man will live through his music for ever! Rest in peace John!
My favorite all-time performer who cared so much about his brothers and sisters. Rest in peace John and God bless your family and fans
Wat een talent heeft John toch gehad,liedjes met allemaal een boodschap van liefde,waar het om draait!liefs marian.
iam 66yrs & still get the chills from all his music so beautifull & seems to talk to my feelings/ pity he has gone could have done with lots more of his song writing.
John Denver and Karen Carpenter are living legends. He is my favourite performer of all-time.......his voice is so natural and you can actually sing along and understand his words and music...may god bless you John Denver...you will always have a place in my heart!!!
Amen! God bless us all and God bless John Denver for filling our hearts with happiness and hope for a peaceful unified tomorrow. =]
A poet and storyteller who could make you believe every word he sang.
true and sadly, celebrity ruins more than a few fine souls. but nothing will ever take away from his wonderful songs and lyrics.
still missed, even by millions.
Len Hummel yes, what Celebrity can do, and did to John Denver. rest in peace John......
Cant believe its 21 years since we lost this great talent, his legacy lives on 🎶❤🎶
"Some 22 albums ago...Thank you John Denver! We miss you.
John Denver, R.I.P. We grew up with your music. Whenever I am in doubt of what to sing, Country Roads comes to my rescue. Your music will never die!
Many years ago we saw John in concert in Louisville KY. Our seats were on the top row of the arena, yet when he sang this song, you felt you were on the front row. May you forever rest in peace.
I blame my quiet gentle soul and humble being on the music and lyrics of this great and wonderful man. I've loved and listened and followed him since I was child.
I can only imagine the gifts that he would be giving if he were still among us mortals. Heaven can only be a more beautiful place....
Oh, how absolutely beautiful this is! I’ve listened to it before but I seem to hear something new each time. Some songs are gifts from God.
what an incredible song, I miss John Denver's music and wonder about all the beautiful songs we never got to sing because he died so young. God Bless you John, thank you for all you gave.
Remind me of my father, my little sister who pass away. Thank you John. One day we will meet all our cherished ones.
By far, one of the finest pieces of music written by Mr. Denver. Thank God for it and him.
God Speed Mr. Denver.
Thank you for sharing your loving perspective with us for such a very short time.
You have touched many hearts and souls.
Be well.
Oh my God- my youth as a teenager here in Germany - We loved Henry John Deutschendorf. The moment I hear his voice..... incredible. There are only two other singers that rattle me like this: Neil Diamond and Greg Lake.
i don't think he knew how much he was appreciated, or how much his music impacts us the messages in all his songs. his last one healing time on earth is one of them i urge everyone to listen to this one, and thinking about how the world is today, what he would have thought about the way things are. i think this song covers everything although he isn't here his song is. peace to all. john we miss you!
What an angelic voice. Just heavenly!
I love him. He was a beautiful spirit and a gifted musician. He is often thought of and I thank God that his body of work can carry on his memory and his contribution to humanity.
No words for how beautiful John's soul was, and I'm sure still is, floating above and among his beloved Rocky Mountains. Thank you for your music, John.
Yes, I too am a Colorado guy (Estes Park) and was fortunate to see JD perform twice. The best part was always when the band went off stage and it was just him and the guitar. This is where he could really shine through. He was not only an excellent composer/singer, but a great guitarist (seldom mentioned!). I'm fond of saying that his songs provided the soundtrack for our growing up in and around Rocky Mountain National Park. Each summer my brother, Brad Fitch, does several JD tribute concerts.
eerie connections to the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. "cities start to crumble, towers fall around us," and "written in the desserts" etc. still one of my favorites, thanks for the post.
One of the most humbling songs I have ever heard...We can use Johns legacy to make this world a better place not only now but for future generations...
Beautiful!! I grew up on John Denver. There will never be another.
John Denver left us such a legacy of love and faith through his incredible writing talent, music and signature voice! Well done John Denver your life though short was a life well spent. His music is deep and very anointed take some time to listen!
Suzanne Walker Thank you for saying what is so true about John Denver! His spirit lives on and guides us. Jon Cooley.
Totally agree!
Dang it... ive played guitar for awhile but JD had amazing finesse when he played and to do that and sing so beautifully its not fair how much talent he had! It takes great talent to be able to captivate an audience with just a voice and a guitar and no one did it better.
It breaks my heart that we will never have the pleasure of seeing him in person again. I heard him under the stars at Red Rock, which will always be one of my very favorite memories. How wise he was in his poetry.
RIP John.The world has gone mad.....Your'e not missing that much!
He just might agree with you . Although he probably could look past the madness and find peace and solace upon the sight of a soaring eagle , or a night storm in the rockies ... RIP John
I love your songs John Denver.. you and your music will always remembered😘😘
This is "our song" (my wife and I). John once said this song contained the best lyrics he has ever written, and I agree. Decades ago I bought a Guild 12-string acoustic guitar for the sole purpose of playing this song like John Denver played it. I was never anywhere near as good as he was, but this song is as meaningful today as it was 47 years ago. We miss you John, you were one of the greats.
Don, my father died in my arms this past summer while this song was playing. He loved JD. My father's name was John Henry. Oddly enough JD first and middle name was Henry John. I loved listening to my dad singing JD songs in the shower when I was a kid. I never knew John wrote this in the shower until now. Wow.
Justt imagine how pitiful the lives of the 94 persons who gave this video a "thumbs down" must truly be, and then thank your maker that you aren't one of them, and then say a prayer for them.
He had a gift for singing the music of other people's souls.
what a Voice, "one of a kind"... your music has always "affected" me Greatly, STILL does... makes me "go back" to the 70's when I was a kid growing up and you were one of my greatest musical influences... your music makes me feel good, brings back many good memories... TRULY Beautiful... I miss you John...
I can't not shed a tear each time I hear this incredible song. We miss you brother. 3
I've always loved JD, this particular song is my favorite by him, hard to believe he and Princess Di have been gone 20 years now, unexpectedly passing away almost 2 months apart. John's music will always love on, I never tire of it.
One of the best musicians ever and one of his best songs! Haunting lyrics... straight from the heart.
John Denver..................... My friend, his music touched me so deeply it opened my heart to a world of promice and peace. He didn't just entertain he opened your soul with song to be all that you are. And for a moment just one small moment you knew .....................JohnDenver
God what a beautiful song...thank you John....RIP.... :(
though i'm from the other side of the Pacific. I'm an islander living here in the Philippines, for me hearing John Denver's voice makes feel i'm soaring high over the rocky mountains of Colorado. I love all his songs.
If only the world would take the message of this song truly to the heart... we would find a way, determination and will for peace. JD embellished this in our hearts & souls; together "we can find a better way." Our relentless effort keeps the best meaning of John's life alive. When you grow tired of trying, just rest and become inspired again with John's songs. Remember, other JD fans are with you-- even though you have never met face to face -- it's in the synergistic spirits of love that we accomplish the most.
Its true
Congratulation
True, he had so much hope. "determination and will for peace" was his theme. Likely kept him going when his relationships didn't pan out-still he believed in love and reconciliation above all things. This desire to belong is timeless. John Denver's fire to end hunger, halt ecological destruction were big goals that he believed could get done. The gaps that separate us could be overcome with love and trust as the bridges.
He was a romantic, not hopelessly. There is warmth in his eyes that don't betray his convictions that people can provide for one another. He was a believer who took it upon himself to convince the cynics that there was a better way, mutual aid and cooperation the way forward for humanity.
To Jane: John was the BEST! How I wish he was still here, but I'm sure he is happier where he is now. And STILL singing!!!
I will always miss him. I love this song and video.
The first time I saw John Denver on tv I mocked his looks and music. I was told off by a girl called Anne Burke who knew better. Within a few weeks I had his albums, I have loved his music and his lovely face since 1973.
Me too.ivam now 72yrs. So blessed to have seen him in person. I shall never forget him.
After all these yrs of searching for this song I saw on Kenyan TV in the 80s I have found it. Its amazing.
This song brings a tear to my eye. I would have loved to see him before I die.
My lovely ex-wife bought tickets for my Mom, and us for her birthday.
It was the best present my Mom ever got.
He did the whole show by himself, it was the best consert I've ever seen.
When my Mom passed on I had them play Sunshine on my shoulder...
It was her favorite.
MAN...He had such a great voice...
19 years ago tomorrow was a sad day John Denvers death was a shock to all of us and to his family as well as his fans all over the world but his legacy still lives on in weddings his beautiful music still continues to live in my heart I grew up in the 70's and his music and song always warmed my heart John you are so missed but your music always lives on god bless your soul always.
The voice of humanity, the words of God.
themassofmen Well said my brother ,Well said 👏👍🙏
I miss this man so much. What an amazing talent
Thank you John for this very GOOD music!
His voice and his guitar is the definition of pitch perfect.
beautiful song, beautiful man, beautiful talent. His guitar seems to be singing right along with him, so flawless and smooth.
The song that started it all for me with JD. A fan forever.
When I see him singing here I feel he is still with us. I suppose he always will be with his song and his humor, but most especially with his love. RIP, John.