Country Roads
Hey there music lovers! Today, I want to take you on a journey down a winding country road with one of the most iconic songs of all time – “Country Roads” by John Denver.
Released in 1971 as part of his album “Live in the U.S.S.R.”, this timeless classic has captured the hearts of millions around the world. With its gentle acoustic guitar strumming and Denver’s soothing vocals, “Country Roads” transports you to a place of tranquility and nostalgia.
The composition of this song is a true testament to Denver’s talent as a songwriter. Inspired by the beauty of the countryside in West Virginia, where he grew up, Denver penned the lyrics that paint a vivid picture of rolling hills, winding rivers, and the sense of belonging to a place called home.
But “Country Roads” is more than just a song about a specific location. Its universal appeal lies in its ability to evoke a sense of longing and connection to our roots, no matter where we come from. It speaks to the universal human desire for a place to call our own, a place where we can find solace and peace.
Over the years, “Country Roads” has become an anthem for road trips, campfires, and sing-alongs. Its influence can be felt in countless covers and renditions by artists from various genres. From Olivia Newton-John to Toots and the Maytals, the song has been embraced by musicians worldwide, each adding their unique touch to its timeless melody.
If you haven’t already, I highly recommend giving “Country Roads” a listen. It’s a song that will transport you to a simpler time, where the open road and the beauty of nature were all you needed. So grab your guitar, roll down the windows, and let John Denver take you on a journey you won’t soon forget.
For more information about John Denver and his incredible discography, check out his Google search. And if you want to dive deeper into the live version of “Country Roads” from the album “Live in the U.S.S.R.”, you can find more details here.
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Country Roads – John Denver lyrics
🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics! 🎤
[Verse 1]
Almost Heaven, West Virginia
Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River
Life is old there, older than the trees
Younger than the mountains, growing like a breeze
[Chorus]
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads
[Verse 2]
All my memories gather ’round her
Miner’s lady, stranger to blue water
Dark and dusty, painted on the sky
Misty taste of moonshine, teardrop in my eye
[Chorus]
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads
[Bridge]
I hear her voice in the morning hour, she calls me
The radio reminds me of my home far away
Driving down the road, I get a feeling
That I should have been home yesterday, yesterday
[Chorus]
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads
[Outro]
Take me home, (Down) country roads
Take me home, (Down) country roads