Creeping up on 80 and occasionally at night a neighbor may hear me harmonizing with John. In a song, he once sang, "It turns me on to think of growing old". He didn't make it but left us a megaton of beautiful sing-along story songs. We are richer for it.
This is written by JD as well... Sad to think he so longed for home and to be there... But the conflict of being on the road and fame. I pray his soul is always at peace and "at home" and he belongs.
John Denver's greatest love was to sing amd that took him away from home for long periods The other was his continuous dedication and commitment to try make the world a better place for All of Us He Used his Voice for world hunger, space exploration, the environment , the animals and peace for our earth John will live in our hearts forever❤
I can't think of John Denver without thinking of nature. I remember that sad day in October 1997 when he lost his life in a tragic accident. He died too young but he left us with a lasting legacy through his music. Rest in peace, John.
Yes, an underrated song, but what an underrated song writer, surely one of the greatest song writers to have lived. Whilst I'm here, his version of James Taylor's "Fire and Rain", better than the original I think, and not to take away from James Taylor.
Lyrics: All of my memories lay in the lights of the highway. All of my nights in old motels and sleeping alone. All of my days on the road with no one beside me. All of my dreams of a place that I can call home. Somewhere in the shade, near the sound of a sweet singing river. Somewhere in the sun where the mountains make love to the sky. Somewhere to build me a faith, a farm and a family. Somewhere to grow older, and somewhere a reason to try. 'Cause I'm tired of big cities, and so tired of big city ways. Scratching off sunsets, and walking around in the maze. Some sweet taxi dancer trying to save me from being alone. Ah, it's much worse than lonely, there is no place that I really belong, I want to be home. I'm leaving this city life, and by night I'm flying away. I'm leaving tomorrow and all of the old yesterdays. I'm leaving the trash cans, the bright lights, and telephone lines. I'm leaving my sorrows and all of my memories behind to see what I find. Somewhere in the shade, near the sound of a sweet singing river. Somewhere in the sun where the mountains make love to the sky. Somewhere to build me a faith, a farm and a family. Somewhere to grow older, and somewhere to lay down and die.
I have always loved this song and next year it will be part of my life as I move from Dallas to Colorado. This song has been in my memory since 1978. I thank the Lord for giving me a chance to make this a reality in my life.
This song spoke to me deeply in my youth. It was like my soul singing with John Denver's voice and guitar. It was my dream he was singing about. And now i am living that dream! I left the city life and now, for the past 22 years i have lived somewhere in the shade near the sound of a sweet singing river, somewhere in the sun where the mountains make love to the sky. Somewhere to build me a faith, a farm and a family... Thanks for singing my soul Henry John and giving me the strength and courage to drop everything and go off and live my dream!
A true 👍 love song that John lived only to find " there's no place I really belong". That is because we are only passing through on our way home to our house 🏠 in Heaven ..with our Father and family 👪 ❤. See you on the other side John . Carlyle Williams.
Before John became a superstar, I listened to this plaintiff song and felt pain in my heart . John spoke to my soul and it was a joy to know others are human, too.
1971 - a great year. Got married. Enlisted in the USAF. Bought this recording (vinyl LP) of JD - nearly wore it out since our records were our only entertainment. No money, No T.V.
My parents were very poor & had 2 TV's plastic ones that were small white that got 4 channels around Seattle one of those TV's only had sound and the other one only had a picture & no sound", so those two televisions it took to watch and listen .
Another beautiful song he had many stories to tell in hes life this one I think was an amazing song that he was telling that he was a lonely person even though he had many people around him. I cared about him.
John Denver, a man who lived the grandest version of the greatest vision he ever had about who he was. All the years that have gone by, and I still miss him. Love, that's all I have for him. For you, John. Love you.
I feel the same way. He was such a good person. I miss him. he cared about the earth and all God's creatures that live on it. he will go down in history for his work to preserve it . You are missed by many.
Never quit. Don't ever back off, and never allow someone else to run your life. Live your life the way he would want you to live it with him in the back of your mind and on the way in which you communicate to others. Treat others fairly, regardless of the differences. You're doing just fine, John would tell you... Stand up, for what you believe in.
After selling my home of 20 years, I moved from my home state to be near my son and granddaughter in the Southwest. Being Northeast raised, I found it very difficult to be here. For so many reasons, things are not working out, so, I’m moving back to my home state ,because that’s I want live out what is left of my life, where I want to be buried. This song touched me in many different ways,so beautiful, so truthful. Thank you for posting, and thank you, Mr. Denver for explaining how I feel about everything in my life, you are sadly missed by all.
This album and a couple of others of JD, Gordon Lightfoot and the Carpenters - got us through the early 70s - I was in the military with a new wife, no T.V. and no money. But we did have a record player.
This is the first time I have heard this,I may have it and just not remember. But the Aeire cd has been released you can get it at amazon I am pretty sure! It is so beautiful.We lost him far to early! RIP. John Denver.Hope to get to heaven and see you there!
me too. in fact when my fiance died in Feb of 2013, ,I told.him if he saw John Denver's spirit tell him we danced to Sad Song when we found out you had terminal brain cancer
+Annette Bohl Thanks for letting me know you like it.I think I have it.I just have so many cds .And dvds,But I will look lord willing this week! Good talking to you! Ginny.
+ginny05ad Jim was only 58. we were together 17 yrs. I know how hard it is and how much it hurts. it has gotten better. I don't cry everyday anymore but I sure miss him he was my best friend. he made me feel beautiful and he made me laugh. I will keep you in my prayers.
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Creeping up on 80 and occasionally at night a neighbor may hear me harmonizing with John. In a song, he once sang, "It turns me on to think of growing old". He didn't make it but left us a megaton of beautiful sing-along story songs. We are richer for it.
I am 72, I sing along with his songs too. I so miss him.
hope you're still singing!!!
Thank the heavens for giving us John Denver 🦅 his voice & music are an eternal gift to humanity
Poems, Prayers, and Promises! Keep rocking
What soulful lyrics. I can hear heartbreak in this song. You are greatly missed, John Denver.
This is written by JD as well... Sad to think he so longed for home and to be there... But the conflict of being on the road and fame. I pray his soul is always at peace and "at home" and he belongs.
John Denver's greatest love was to sing amd that took him away from home for long periods The other was his continuous dedication and commitment to try make the world a better place for All of Us He Used his Voice for world hunger, space exploration, the environment , the animals and peace for our earth John will live in our hearts forever❤
I can't think of John Denver without thinking of nature. I remember that sad day in October 1997 when he lost his life in a tragic accident. He died too young but he left us with a lasting legacy through his music. Rest in peace, John.
Wow... what an amazing song! The power in his voice, the calm of the guitar. What an underrated John Denver song, one of his best!
Yes, an underrated song, but what an underrated song writer, surely one of the greatest song writers to have lived. Whilst I'm here, his version of James Taylor's "Fire and Rain", better than the original I think, and not to take away from James Taylor.
I love John Denver and miss him. That song, "All of My Memories" never made it to radio play but was and still is one of his many powerful songs.
Thank the heavens for giving us John Denver 🦅 his voice & music are an eternal gift to humanity
Lyrics:
All of my memories lay in the lights of the highway.
All of my nights in old motels and sleeping alone.
All of my days on the road with no one beside me.
All of my dreams of a place that I can call home.
Somewhere in the shade, near the sound of a sweet singing river.
Somewhere in the sun where the mountains make love to the sky.
Somewhere to build me a faith, a farm and a family.
Somewhere to grow older, and somewhere a reason to try.
'Cause I'm tired of big cities, and so tired of big city ways.
Scratching off sunsets, and walking around in the maze.
Some sweet taxi dancer trying to save me from being alone.
Ah, it's much worse than lonely, there is no place that I really belong, I want to be home.
I'm leaving this city life, and by night I'm flying away.
I'm leaving tomorrow and all of the old yesterdays.
I'm leaving the trash cans, the bright lights, and telephone lines.
I'm leaving my sorrows and all of my memories behind to see what I find.
Somewhere in the shade, near the sound of a sweet singing river.
Somewhere in the sun where the mountains make love to the sky.
Somewhere to build me a faith, a farm and a family.
Somewhere to grow older, and somewhere to lay down and die.
I thank you for this....very much appreciated.
I have always loved this song and next year it will be part of my life as I move from Dallas to Colorado. This song has been in my memory since 1978. I thank the Lord for giving me a chance to make this a reality in my life.
This song spoke to me deeply in my youth. It was like my soul singing with John Denver's voice and guitar. It was my dream he was singing about. And now i am living that dream! I left the city life and now, for the past 22 years i have lived somewhere in the shade near the sound of a sweet singing river, somewhere in the sun where the mountains make love to the sky. Somewhere to build me a faith, a farm and a family... Thanks for singing my soul Henry John and giving me the strength and courage to drop everything and go off and live my dream!
Good luck to go on and on with your dream; I also live in the middle of a forest and get courage from John´s life, songs and love for Nature
A true 👍 love song that John lived only to find " there's no place I really belong". That is because we are only passing through on our way home to our house 🏠 in Heaven ..with our Father and family 👪 ❤. See you on the other side John . Carlyle Williams.
Before John became a superstar, I listened to this plaintiff song and felt pain in my heart . John spoke to my soul and it was a joy to know others are human, too.
Yes
1971 - a great year. Got married. Enlisted in the USAF. Bought this recording (vinyl LP) of JD - nearly wore it out since our records were our only entertainment. No money, No T.V.
My parents were very poor & had 2 TV's plastic ones that were small white that got 4 channels around Seattle one of those TV's only had sound and the other one only had a picture & no sound", so those two televisions it took to watch and listen .
Another beautiful song he had many stories to tell in hes life this one I think was an amazing song that he was telling that he was a lonely person even though he had many people around him. I cared about him.
John Denver, a man who lived the grandest version of the greatest vision he ever had about who he was. All the years that have gone by, and I still miss him. Love, that's all I have for him. For you, John. Love you.
I feel the same way. He was such a good person. I miss him. he cared about the earth and all God's creatures that live on it. he will go down in history for his work to preserve it . You are missed by many.
Your first sentence....just wow and so very well put.
One of the most beautiful songs ever recorded.
Yes, that is so true! Such a gem!
for sure.....Love John Denver
Agreed!
So beautiful
Beautiful, heartfelt song. Typical JD! Love him.
Another beautiful song sung only by the Great'John Denver.....a loyal fan 8/4/19
Best song writer on ever put on this earth , I love his music, most relatable lyrics, such a shame he passed so young
There is a JD song for what ever mood I am in ! Tonight THIS one speaks to me!!
Great music
Tears and smiles......Wonderful song that only John Denver sings so beautifully...…...Love
Beautiful........Denver was such an inspiration in so many ways....
for sure..amen,,,,,,Love...Love...L0ve
This song is where I'm at with my life... Feel like he's singing to me. Miss you John! :'-(
Wow , Scott, I feel the same way. This is one of my favorite songs of his. A home, a farm a family...
You're not alone. Me, too.
RIP John.
Never quit. Don't ever back off, and never allow someone else to run your life.
Live your life the way he would want you to live it with him in the back of your mind and on the way in which you communicate to others.
Treat others fairly, regardless of the differences.
You're doing just fine, John would tell you...
Stand up, for what you believe in.
That is the charisma of JD when he sang every one in audience felt like he was sing JUST to THEM!!
One of my favorite songs and there are so many that John wrote and sang . My favorite singer in the world
My favorite too!
Reminds me of the times I spent Hunting and Fishing with my Father. The sad part is I haven't see him in 2 years.
After selling my home of 20 years, I moved from my home state to be near my son and granddaughter in the Southwest. Being Northeast raised, I found it very difficult to be here. For so many reasons, things are not working out, so, I’m moving back to my home state ,because that’s I want live out what is left of my life, where I want to be buried. This song touched me in many different ways,so beautiful, so truthful. Thank you for posting, and thank you, Mr. Denver for explaining how I feel about everything in my life, you are sadly missed by all.
Definitely one of his best. The harmonica is sublime!
I had forgotten about this beautiful song Thank You
One of my all-time favorite JD songs. If only there was a live version; so much love for this incredibly talented man.
Grand, soothing voice of John Denver...forever.....Miss you sooo. Love. Love..Love
I've got about 35 of his CDs and this is the first time I've ever heard this song. Absolutely love it!
Totally blessed to have seen John live in concert five times, and to own every album he ever made.
I got to see him once , here in fort Collins, Co. When he first started. I am a Co. Native.....
When was he in Fort Collins? I went to CSU… many years ago!
WOW!!!
Remember when We talked to the canyon? Love you Henry somewhere to grow older!
Definately one of his best ever! I have waited a long time for someone to post this. Thanks.
I feel like everyone goes through a time like this at some point in their life. John's music touches the heart.
SOOOOOO beauiful,,,,,,,,loving me some JOHN Denver......
some where to lay down and die.bless you johnboy where ever you are now.thank you for the last forty years of your music.
WOW!!! GOLD!!!!! Absolutely GOLD!!!!
One of the best JD songs. And there were many.
Such a sad and beautiful song sung by only the best,John Denver...….Love..Love..Love….7/1/19
First time I really listened to this song.
I can' t believe there is a JD song that I have never heard! Gotta get this CD!
This album and a couple of others of JD, Gordon Lightfoot and the Carpenters - got us through the early 70s - I was in the military with a new wife, no T.V. and no money. But we did have a record player.
Beautiful
One of my all time favorites...thank you for sharing this!! xo
Very Beautiful !
This is the first time I have heard this,I may have it and just not remember. But the Aeire cd has been released you can get it at amazon I am pretty sure! It is so beautiful.We lost him far to early! RIP. John Denver.Hope to get to heaven and see you there!
me too. in fact when my fiance died in Feb of 2013, ,I told.him if he saw John Denver's spirit tell him we danced to Sad Song when we found out you had terminal brain cancer
+Annette Bohl Thanks for letting me know you like it.I think I have it.I just have so many cds .And dvds,But I will look lord willing this week! Good talking to you! Ginny.
+ginny05ad I forgot,I am so sorry about you boy friend.My ex husband of 19 died last Feb.Hurts a lot.He was only 59.GOD BLESS YOU HON!
+ginny05ad My hands keep messing me up.I was married to him of 19 years!TX
+ginny05ad Jim was only 58. we were together 17 yrs. I know how hard it is and how much it hurts. it has gotten better. I don't cry everyday anymore but I sure miss him he was my best friend. he made me feel beautiful and he made me laugh. I will keep you in my prayers.
IT DOESNT GET MUCH DEEPER MAN!
Really? Have you ever heard of Immanuel Kant?
I LOVE this song!
❤touching
For my freind Jeff Ibach, Spokane Washington.
Thanks for sharing! This song is one of my fav JD songs
🎶🎵🎼Peace in my soul..🎶🎵🎼🌻🌻🌻✌✌✌🌻🌻🌻✌✌✌🌻🌻🌻
Henry love the piano on this album. Theresa
LOVE IT ITS ALL GOOD FAR OUT !
my favorite song
🌹🦋miss you JD🦋
Hi Henry! Love you, Jessie!
Happy Birthday to you John ~ 🎶❤🎶
I miss you ~ ❤
I have this eight" track tape here in my pickup and a 8 track player.
Hermosa canción :)
Excellent!
in my top 30 Denver songs
O.o never heard of this!!!!
In my top 10.
Nice
Nice!, come on, you can do better that.
My very favorite album of John Denver, I like all those this album, once he went off on the calypso, he lost me.
Nah. Just had to follow along... He wrote as many beautiful songs in later years... As stunning as this. ❤
Does anyone know of a live version oft his song?
not that I can recall my sister had ever album with his name on it
I have a live version from 1971 will upload sometime in the future
"Who,s Listing To This Song Now ?
This is from 79,not '71..