john-denver

John Denver, a singer-songwriter of Colorado who specialized in folk pop music touched the hearts of millions. Henry John Deutschendorf Jr. is a New Mexican born artist and songwriter who fell in love with Colorado. Denver's famous anthems about Colorado have been a major influence on many to move to the state. G. Brown, curator of the Colorado Music Hall of Fame said it was because John Denver is the only artist to represent Colorado. In 2011, Denver was chosen as the Hall of Fame's very first inductee. Denver is now the embodiment of Colorado to the everyone around the world. If you travel with me, you will meet people on opposite sides of the planet. For example people from New Zealand. And when you tell them you're Colorado-based, Colorado people will respond with "Oh John Denver!" Brown stated. 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 period in small folk ensembles. Danoff created the track along with Johnny Cash in mind but after Denver heard an early version he knew right away the track could become an instant hit. The song was recorded by the singer within a couple of days after performing it to the awe-inspiring crowd on the streets of Washington D.C.