Did you know that it only took ten and a half minutes to write one of the most famous love songs in history?
John Denver was sitting on a cold ski lift in Aspen, Colorado, when the words just poured out of him. He was feeling the rush of the wind and the beauty of the mountains while thinking about his wife.
You can see the quiet strength in how he stands alone under the lights. He does not need a big band to make you feel something deep in your chest.
John Denver – Annie’s Song (Live from The Wildlife Concert)
People who watch this performance often talk about how it makes them cry happy tears. One viewer mentioned that they chose this song for their first dance fifty years ago. Another fan said that his voice sounds like a warm hug on a rainy day.
But even the most beautiful songs cannot always fix the stormy marriage. John eventually dealt with deep anger when things fell apart.
During John and Annie’s divorce in 1982, he got so upset about their belongings that he actually cut their bed in half with a chainsaw. He even did the same to the kitchen table because he did not want to share.
Annie was just as hurt and cut down some of his favorite trees while he was away on tour. It shows us that even famous stars are humans who feel deep pain and make big mistakes when their hearts are heavy.
John Denver – Annie’s Song (Official Audio)
John Denver was a man of great highs and very low lows. If you want to hear more of his incredible music and learn about his life, follow John Denver on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.