FIRST TIME HEARING John Denver - Rocky Mountain High | REACTION 

This one is worth watching to the end 🤘💙

It's really impossible to emphasize how omnipresent John Denver was in pop culture in the '70s. Massive hit albums, TV specials, movies, even his own variety show for a while. He was also a huge voice for protection of the environment. He was a victim of overexposure and, unfortunately, became something of a punch line in the '80s. His songs are all beautiful and very "homey" for lack of a better word. If you haven't already, check out "Annie's Song," for his then-wife, and "Calypso," an ode to the great oceanographer Jacque Cousteau's ship.

"I know he'd be a poorer man if he never saw an eagle fly." I'm right there with you John.

John had such a pure, beautiful voice that never sounded forced. In some ways he was a bit like a male version of Karen Carpenter. Gentle beauty.

"He was born in the summer of his 27th year, coming home to a place he'd never been before." Just gorgeous poetry!

One of the greatest American songs ever written. Pure heaven.

One amazing talented person. His death was tragic. He was the 70's. Great songs, great TV shows too. Wrote Leaving on a Jet Plane, sung by Peter, Paul and Mary

Please listen to John's song, "Country Roads Take Me Home." .....a beauty and West Virginia adopted it as their official anthem. PS: I love that you do your research before listening to a song. It makes it so much easier on us not to have to educate you.

I'm a million years old, and it still makes me tear.....don't know why! I think you may be right, it's just pure.

A few other great songs of his that are essential to hear are Country Roads Take Me Home, Annie’s Song, Sunshine on My Shoulders, and Leaving on a Jet Plane

Pure is the best word to describe his voice and songs. Annie’s Song is one of the most beautiful songs ever written.

Before auto-tune, when Talent was required.

"I’ve seen it raining fire in the sky" is describing the beauty of meteor showers as seen from the clear Rocky Mountain night skies. And it truly is a place where you can talk to God and hear the casual reply. You say you can't explain your emotional response? But the song does that for you. It makes you feel like you're coming home to a place you've never been before. That's how it makes you feel. BTW the Rocky Mountains is a HUGE range, stretches 3,000 miles north to south and (in places) 500 miles east to west. Denver is a stone's throw from its east slopes, Salt Lake City is nestled in the western foothills.

When asked if he was a folk singer he replied: I'm an American singer. Take Me Home Country Roads will break your heart it's so beautiful.

I get tears every time with this song. It’s so pure and if you’ve hiked the Rockies, you get it

RIP John. Your unforgettable voice is echoing through the heavens.

Back when performers like John Denver and Karen Carpenter were making records, it wasn't considered "cool" to like them. They were considered "corny" and too straight-laced, especially compared to some other artists who dressed outlandishly or played harder edge music. But here's the thing: their albums sold like hotcakes. Their tours always did gangbusters. I've known total metal heads that secretly knew all the words to all the songs. And here we are decades later, when so many other artists from their time have fallen away, still listening, still being moved, still loving the music. As John himself might have said, "Far out!"

I encourage you to listen to "Annie's Song". A beautiful tribute to his wife. It was a big hit.

John Denver always moves me to tears.. This music is God sent.

This is the quietest I've ever seen you during a reaction. It got you, didn't it? You were lost in the soul of John Denver's voice and lyrics. Magic.

Now you have to review calypso John used to travel with a man named Jacques Cousteau who was the world traveler and adventurer and he named his ship the calypso the song obviously is about the ship and John's time on board her

I'm an old "gamer girl" at 56 but I can tell you hands down if you play John Denver's Country Roads - everyone from 20 - 70 years old in Voice chat will be singing. US, UK, Eastern Block, Asia, Canada, Mexico - I swear there is not a country where Country Roads is not known. Give it a spin, I think you'll like it.

There are SO MANY songs for you to react to from John Denver. "Take Me Home, Country Roads", "Calypso", "Sunshine on My Shoulders", "Annie's Song", "Thank God I'm a Country Boy", "Poems, Prayers & Promises", "Matthew's Song". His voice is so pure.

The fact that you want to learn something about the artist prior to listening is, to me, a great thing! So many lose so much by not knowing why the artist is even there. Stepping into a garden thinking it is a field of weeds causes damage that lives on. Thank you for commenting on this. He's one of my favorites.

A trip to Colorado is not required. All mountain ranges, all wooded canyons impart the mystique and enchantment described in this song. JD is a national treasure. Share him as often as possible, with as many people as possible. Keep his flame alive.

Bet you've heard him but you just don't know it. His most iconic song is 'Take Me Home Country Roads".

Amazing vocalist. John Denver, Karen Carpenter, Anne Murray, Gordon Lightfoot, Sarah McLaughlin, Barbara Streisand. Such pure voices that sound so effortless and natural.

One of John Denver's many gifts was to write and sing songs that make everyone feel they can sing along. Pure happiness.

I saw him perform on tour with a Symphony orchestra after he released "Calypso". As soon as he picked up his guitar you could hear a pin drop.the audience held him in such high regard they didn't want to miss a note.

Sunshine on My Shoulders another John Denver song has that pure innocence in it. He is singing sunbeams! Also Sweet Surrender is excellent! Great reaction, thanks

Two official state songs were written by the great John Denver. Rocky Mountain High (CO), and (WV) Take Me Home Country Roads… That alone is an incredible achievement, but he has many other beautiful songs that touch your heart and soul. One of my favorites not mentioned as much is “For You”. I teared up with the first note. His voice is so beautiful….

His was the best concert I’ve seen. Just him and his guitar. The audience sang backup 😊

Never heard of John Denver!! How is that possible. His remarkable ability to translate "presence" into his music makes John an American Legend.

Being a Colorado resident I am delighted you are discovering the artistry of John Denver. Although many will deny the obvious reference to 'high' in this song, it is no accident the state was one of the first to legalize pot. His amazing voice, lyrics, and guitar fit so well the Colorado folk song mystic. Such a tragedy his life was cut short so young. He really knew how to deeply stroke your soul. Come back to John Denver again, please.

I'm not at all surprised John Denver moved you to tears and touched your guarded emotions. For one thing that's John Denver's specialty and for another, you are brave and allow your soul to feel the Magic in his music. You are just at the beginning of many more powerful songs. I recommend Annie's Song, Sunshine on my Shoulder, and Take Me Home Country Road

I wish we still had him.

John Denver had the purist male voice ever!!!!!!!His songs are so beautiful......... This is a classic of his,...... You should check out more of his music He was Massive here in South Africa Regards Andrew

An under rated favorite from him is The Eagle And The Hawk...

You totally need to react to “Fly Away” by him and Olivia Newton-John.

He was sooo popular in the 70's. Tv show and movies. I enjoy so many songs but Sunshine on My Shoulders is just so pure and showcases his beautiful voice. Also For You I sang and played piano at my wedding. Not a dry eye in the church

Oh, boy, are you in for a treat with almost any song you react to by John Denver, my friend. His catalog of music is simply extraordinary, and his duets, filmed concerts and jam sessions with many of the greatest singers and artists of this past century is legend. Of course, his sheer love for the things around him (the ordinary and not-so-ordinary) are what made him so immensely popular with all age groups, cultures and his peers. A dive into John Denver is an immersion into an American troubadour. He is sorely missed.

There was something simple and pure about pretty much everything John Denver did - it's who he was. Take Me Home, Country Roads was a big one, as was Annie's Song, but I have a soft spot for Leaving on a Jet Plane.

John's voice was so pure and beautiful. He was even as spot-on during his live performances. This song has always caused me to choke right on up.

This guy has so much talent as a singer and song writer, many many hits. He was taken prematurely but his music will live on so long ad there are any people left to listen.

My favorite John Denver songs are "Poem, Prayers, and Promises," "Shanghai Breezes," and "Follow Me" but the popular ones are "Annie's Song," "Leaving on a Jet Plane," and "Sunshine on my Shoulders."

This is one of my favorites of John Denver's. You got the feeling of the song right...loved his music since forever. So many songs you'll get hooked on because he always sang with emotion of his experiences that became songs. He was the real deal. Try out This Old Guitar, Fly Away, Calypso, Country Roads, I'm Sorry, You fill Up My Senses and eventually you will be wishing he had lived longer to write more...his songs are jewels.

How he died broke my heart. He had built a small airplane and died when he crashed in it. I remember his music so clearly. Try You Fill Up My Senses

In the “summer of his 27th year” (1971) is when “Take Me Home Country Roads” shot John into superstardom. With that success he was able to build his dream home in Aspen, CO, the heart of the Rocky Mountains. 🎶

This song does touch something deep inside. I always loved the line about "coming home to a place he'd never been before". After wandering around in Minnesota, Finland, the Soviet Union, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas through my late teens and 20s in the 1970s and 1980s, I landed (by chance, of course) in Maryland and stumbled into a career in human services that's been enormously fulfilling for decades. I found my place. I found my people. I came home to a place I'd never been before. And I wish that for everyone. Love your reactions! Thank you ❤

I sat on a boulder beside a creek in Rocky Mountain National Park and sang this song 36 years ago. He gave a concert in my town a few years later and my husband wouldn’t go. I’m still mad about it and sad I never had another chance to see him. Still some of the best musical memories of my early years

I love how you read about the artists and make these connections. This Old Guitar live, Anne's Song, Country Roads, High Calypso are just some of John Denver's songs definitely worth checking out.

This Old Guitar is my very favorite John Denver song. It is beautiful poetry about his life & you understand that every word comes directly from his heart

John was born in Roswell, New Mexico. His dad was an Air Force test pilot and so John lived in quite a few states and saw this country 's variety and beauty. He passed when the plane he made crashed. Such a loss to the world. He was a world treasure!

Salvo, I know it must be a shock when you come across yet another HUGE name from the past like this…..and John Mayall in your last reaction as well. It just goes to show what so many of us have been saying to you over the past couple of years: the well of great bands and artists from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s is SO DEEP. And you have more to discover.

One of our greatest story teller/song writers. Other classics include "Take Me Home", "Calypso"...and John starred in an underrated movie back in the day..."Oh God". Another great example of the BEST decade of music...1970s!!

As soon as you said "I'm unfamiliar with the name John Denver" I knew we were in for a treat. There are almost no bad JD songs, and quite a few that are awesome. Try "Take Me Home, Country Roads", "Poems Prayers and Promises", "Annie's Song", "Calypso", ... And a timeless golden voice, from long before pitch correction and studio magic.

"Take Me Home Country Roads" probably considered his signature song.

It’s really hard to hear,that anyone hasn’t heard of John Denver.I’m glad you’ve found hm,though.He was a superstar.

Even those of us who don't consider ourselves fans are touched emotionally by John Denver's music, Salvo. We "get it," because he genuinely & sincerely means it. As others have suggested, check out Annie's Song, Sunshine On My Shoulders, Thank God I'm A Country Boy (more upbeat), or Take Me Home Country Roads.

Because it is the sound of the 1970's. It was a pinnacle time in our cultural history where pure talent in poetry and music collided. Everyone, young and old listened to his music.

The line "I've seen it raining fire in the sky" is the reason he and his friends were camping in the Rockies. They came to see the Leonid Meteor shower that summer. So the meteors were the rain of fire in the sky. After this trip to Colorado, John Denver and his then wife Annie ended up buying property and living there.

Poems, Prayers, and Promises was always one of my favorite songs by him

He also has the official state song of West Virginia. So, that’s TWO. Incredible achievement.

I can understand how this incredible song can make you feel emotional. I have probably heard this song more than a thousand times over the last 50 years or so and it still makes me emotional. Thanks for reacting to this masterpiece.

I lived in Boulder, Colorado for several years 1969-1971 going to school and absolutely fell in love with those mountains. The beauty there is breathtaking. Denver made his home in Aspen…in the heart of the Rockies. I tear up when I hear this song: I miss those years and those experiences so much. His pure, clear, beautiful voice singing about the natural beauty of a place I loved…….Damn.

This is such a great song. Thank Bob, this is my favorite JD song. Sal, this artist is folk and has MANY great songs. My favorite verse is "Now he walks in quiet solitude, the forests and the streams, Seeking grace in every step he takes, His sight has turned inside himself to try and understand, The serenity of a clear blue mountain lake" and the line "Talk to God and listen to the casual reply". I live in the mountains and he describes this feeling so, so well.

I totally understand your remark about this making you emotional. For me, it's the line "he lost a friend but kept a memory" that I associate with a dear soul that left way too soon.

One of my favorites from that era. Living in the Rockies, in Colorado, it’s always been close to my heart. If you are so inclined you might consider Annie’s Song from John Denver.

just gonna let you know, his version of Let it Be is maybe one of the most beautiful things i've ever heard

I grew up in a 70s R&B environment but everyone was aware of John Denver. He was on TV a lot and seemed like a genuinely nice and kind man. Even as a kid, I liked John Denver's music. His music was more than Country. It's got a spirituality and purity about it. It's like the mountains were his Church. Since he was born in New Mexico, I can see that. I got the same feeling when I was in New Mexico. As an adult, I was able to hear John Denver's music in a different light and "Take Me Home Country Roads" might be my favorite song of his.

I love all of his songs but this one gives me chills and also (John Denver - Take Me Home, Country Roads)

"Talk to God and listen to the casual reply" Brilliant! So many wonderful songs to check out by John. Check out "Take Me Home Country Roads" my all time fav.

I was blessed to see him on April 9 1985 in Brisbane here in Australia- he was amazing live.

You're in for a treat...

One of the most beautiful love songs ever written was done by John Denver for his wife “Annie’s Song”. Just amazing. 🥰

Annie’s Song is the most beautiful song ever written, in my opinion.❤❤

Outstanding lyrics, my favorite is his sight has turned inside himself to try and understand the serenity of a clear blue mountain lake.

I was the odd one out of my friends... I love John Denver. Vastly underrated songwriter and what a superb voice. RIP JD

I’ve heard this song SO many times, and it still hits me right in the feels every time I hear it again. Hiking Colorado was one of my favorite things when I was younger, and this song encapsulates it perfectly.

Simple words with a deep meaning: "You know he'd be a poorer man, if he never saw an eagle fly".

There are certain singers that soothe your soul...John Denver,Karen Carpenter,James Taylor,Carole King....My two favorite songs are Leaving on a Jet Plane( love the duet version withCass Elliot ,gorgeous harmonies!),Lady,and Sunshine on My Shoulders...No bad John Denver songs,my friend! His music is always a YES!🎙🎶🤩

The thing about John Denver’s music is I fall in love with it over and over each time I hear him. His music is eternal. Such poetry in the lines “born in the summer of his 27th year, coming home to a place he’s never been before…” and “ “though he’d be a poor man if he never saw an eagle fly.” He reminds us to appreciate nature and the ones we love. He wrote “Leaving on a jet plane” though it was Peter, Paul, and Mary whose version we are most familiar with. Sunshine on My Shoulder is another beautiful song about mindfulness and appreciation.

John Denver was one of our favorite artists when my husband and I were dating. We went to 3 of his concerts at the Richfield Coliseum in Ohio over 50+ years ago. (That venue doesn't exist anymore.) He wrote some of the best songs of those decades! We even made it to Aspen and hoped to go back permanently but never made it back. We still regret that. Thanks for a look back at some great memories.

Hard to believe you have not heard of one of the greatest songwriting folk singers of all time. Heat song after great song, hit after hit and all inspiring was John who lived a life we would all want to live!

Sunshine on my shoulders ☀️ by John Denver is a must.

First: plan a trip to the Rocky Mountains if you have never witnessed their majesty - do it NOW while you are young and able. Second: listen to "Take Me Home Country Roads". I'll be listening for your reaction. This was a lovely, emotional reaction to this beautifully composed song written and sung by John Denver - a master of his craft. Thanks for bringing it to us.

"Annies song" is one of the most beautiful love songs ever written... yet even as a love song, he paints pictures of nature and his love of nature comes through. He's an artist whose lyrics really are poetry. He was actually nicknamed "the Planet's Poet" 'Calypso", a tribute to the great Jaques Cousteau (a man who pioneered scuba and filming ocean life.) Cousteau brought the ocean to people through film pretty much for the first time through his documentaries. , and Denver 's "Calypso " (the name of Cousteau's research ship) is a wonderful tribute. Also "Flying for me." is an emotional tribute as well, especially being that Denver wanted to be the first Civilian in Space and worked closely with NASA on developing the "Citizen in space" program, but NASA ultimately chose to make a teacher the first... with tragedy ensuing, and Denver writing the tribute. So those are three other great songs to check out

And his live performances are great. Thank God I’m a Country Boy, Calypso, Annie’s Song, Take Me Home, Country Road and on and on.

This song is autobiographical. He is also the Poet Laureate of Colorado. A huge music catalog. He also acted in some movies. A comedy, Oh God with George Burns, a Christmas movie, The Christmas Gift, and Foxfire. One of his songs, according to his ex-wife Annie, Poems, Prayers and Promises saved the life of a patient of hers who was contemplating suicide until they unexpectedly heard it on tge radio. Check it out, it's beautiful. Also find the video of him telling tge story of This Old Guitar. Beautiful ❤

Love this man with all my heart. Have watched him in person back in the late sixties in Canada. Lovely person.

John Denver's voice is pure as it gets along with Karen Carpenter's. Voices of angels. You need to do these at some point: "Annie’s Song", "Calypso", and "Take Me Home Country Roads". You should look up the story behind "Calypso" as well as "Annie's Song". I recommend the live version of "Calypso" from John's 1995 Wildlife Concert. You will get to hear him yodel. Brilliant!

He has another state song in his arsenal. Take Me Home Country Roads has been adopted as the West Virginia state song. Check it out if you get a chance.

Thanks for this review. John Denver is one of my top 10 favorite performers of all time. The 1st concert I ever went to at age 16 was his. It was him, his guitar, & his bassist on stage for 2 full hours. His flawless, stunning voice filled the arena & my soul that night & I still remember that feeling every time I hear one of his beautiful songs.

Dude. John Denver is flipping amazing!!! A artist you need to get to know.

John was the best. How about Country Roads Take Me Home, by him next. John was another iconic singer, songwriter.

Back in 1973 We had The John Denver TV Show Series, With comedy skits and singing he was a big star in the early 1970s.

I got chills. That opening line...wow

JD had the voice of an Angel. I recommend his song “Let Us Begin”.

My favorite John Denver song is poems and prayers and promises. It’s beautiful. He was also in some movies. They were pretty good as well.

I get chills every time I hear any of his songs. Such a big part of my teenage years!