John Denver was known for his heartfelt country-folk ballads, but one of his most famous songs failed twice before a 1973 tearjerker film turned it into a smash hit. According to American Songwriter, ...
In 1974, John Denver was already a successful singer-songwriter. Adored for his signature wire-rimmed glasses, boyish grin, and crystal-clear tenor, Denver had made waves with hits like “Take Me Home, ...