John Denver

Introduction

John Denver, the troubadour of the American countryside, gifted the world with the timeless ballad “Rocky Mountain High.” Released in 1972, this folk classic captures the spirit of exploration, the beauty of nature, and the soulful connection between man and the majestic Rocky Mountains.

Did You Know?

“Rocky Mountain High” not only serves as an anthem for nature lovers but also encapsulates Denver’s personal experiences living in the Rocky Mountains. The song reflects his love for the environment and his belief in the spiritual connection one can find in the heart of nature. As one of Denver’s signature songs, it reached the top of the charts and has since become an enduring symbol of environmental consciousness.

John Denver, born Henry John Deutschendorf Jr., was more than just a singer-songwriter; he was an advocate for nature and humanitarian causes. “Rocky Mountain High” not only propelled Denver to international fame but also solidified his legacy as a musician with a purpose.

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He was born in the summer of his 27th year, coming home to a place he’d never been before
He left yesterday behind him, you might say he was born again
You might say he found a key for every door
When he first came to the mountains, his life was far away on the road and hanging by a song
But the strings already broken and he doesn’t really care
It keeps changing fast, and it don’t last for long

And the Colorado Rocky Mountain high, I’ve seen it raining fire in the sky
The shadows from the starlight are softer than a lullaby
Rocky Mountain high, Colorado. Rocky Mountain high

He climbed cathedral mountains, he saw silver clouds below
He saw everything as far as you can see
And they say that he got crazy once and he tried to touch the sun
And he lost a friend, but kept the memory
Now he walks in quiet solitude, the forest and the streams, seeking grace in every step he takes
His sight is turned inside himself, to try and understand
The serenity of a clear blue mountain lake

And the Colorado Rocky Mountain high, I’ve seen it raining fire in the sky
You can talk to God and listen to the casual reply
Rocky Mountain high, Colorado. Rocky Mountain high

Now his life is full of wonder, but his heart still knows some fear
Of a simple thing he can not comprehend
Why they try to tear the mountains down to bring in a couple more
More people, more scars upon the land

And the Colorado Rocky Mountain high, I’ve seen it raining fire in the sky
I know he’d be a poor man if he never saw an eagle fly
Rocky Mountain high, the Colorado Rocky Mountain high, I’ve seen it raining fire in the sky
Friends around the campfire and everybody’s high
Rocky Mountain high, Colorado. Rocky Mountain high
Rocky Mountain high, Colorado. Rocky Mountain high