john-denver

John Denver is a popular singer and songwriter who has touched many people through his music. Most of his songs are based on Colorado. Henry John Deutschendorf Jr. was born in Roswell in New Mexico. He was enthralled by Colorado and moved to Aspen. Denver's national anthems to his adopted state have attracted many people to Colorado. G. Brown of the Colorado Music Hall of Fame states it is true that John Denver is unlike any other performer who has the recognizable image of Colorado. Denver is the Hall of Fames' first inductee, was honored by the honor in 2011. He is now the symbol of Colorado to people around the world. In my travels I've encountered individuals from New Zealand or the other side. When you tell that you're from Colorado The first thing they'll use are Oh John Denver. Brown declared. Take Me Home Country Roads was co-written by Bill Danoff - was Denver's first Top 10 single as a solo performer after a brief period in small folk ensembles. Danoff originally wrote it to Johnny Cash's tune in mind, but Denver knew from the first time he heard the earlier versions that it was going to be an instant hit. The song was recorded a couple of days after having performed at Washington D.C. before an large crowd who were very appreciative.