john-denver

John Denver is a popular musician and singer who has touched many people through his music. Most of his songs are based on Colorado. Henry John Deutschendorf Jr. was born Henry John Deutschedorf from Roswell located in the state of New Mexico,, was in love with Colorado. The place he settled was Aspen. Denver's famous anthems about Colorado are a source of inspiration for many to make the move to Colorado. G. Brown the curator of the Colorado Music Hall of Fame declared that John Denver was by far one of the top musicians who was a symbol of Colorado. Denver, the Hall of Fames' initial inductee, was honoured with the award in the year 2011. He is now the international face of Colorado. When I travel, you may meet people at opposite sides of the planet. As an example, you might meet people who is from New Zealand. And when you tell them you're originally from Colorado you will get "Oh John Denver!" Brown declared. Take Me Home Country Roads written by co-writer Bill Danoff - was Denver's first Top 10 single as a solo artist following a short time in small folk groups. Danoff composed the track along with Johnny Cash in mind but the moment Denver heard an early version it was clear that it was destined to be an instant hit. Danoff recorded the song a couple of days after having performed at Washington D.C. before an audience that was very enthusiastic.