John Denver

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John Denver! A name that instantly reminds me of countless melodious songs with enchanting lyrics. His 'Annie's Song', 'Take me home, country roads', 'Poems, prayers and promises' and so many other songs are not only melodious but also carry strong messages of varied kind. They touch you in your heart, sometime making you cry while some songs like 'Sunshine on my shoulders' fills you with a peace and sense of quiet desolate beauty. Melody and lyrics with soft emotions, is fast becoming extinct in today's world of harsh and fast versions of what is dished out as music. But Melody and meaningful lyrics were the hallmark of John Denver's songs. And what to speak of his voice! In Denver, was present the rare combinations of all the qualities that go to make a really beautiful, touching and humane song.