John Denver ft. Emmylou Harris - Wild Montana Skies (HQ)

John Denver - Wild Montana Skies from the album The Very Best of John Denver.
Lyrics:
He was born in the Bitterroot Valley in the early morning rain
Wild geese over the water headin' north and home again
Bringin' a warm wind from the south
Bringin' the first taste of the spring
His mother took him to her breast and softly she did sing
Oh Montana, give this child a home
Give him the love of a good family and a woman of his own
Give him a fire in his heart, give him a light in his eyes
Give him the wild wind for a brother and the wild Montana skies
His mother died that summer and he never learned to cry
He never knew his father and he never did ask why
He never knew the answers that would make an easy way
But he learned to know the wilderness and to be a man that way
His mother's brother took him in to family and his home
Gave him a hand that he could lean on and a strength to call his own
And he learned to be a farmer and he learned to love the land
And he learned to read the seasons and he learned to make a stand
Oh Montana, give this child a home
Give him the love of a good family and a woman of his own
Give him a fire in his heart, give him a light in his eyes
Give him the wild wind for a brother and the wild Montana skies
On the eve of his 21st birthday he set out on his own
He was 30 years and runnin' when he found his way back home
Ridin' a storm across the mountains and an aching in his heart
Said he came to turn the pages and to make a brand new start
Now he never told a story of the time that he was gone
Some say he was a lawyer, some say he was a John
There was somethin' in the city that he said he couldn't breathe
And there was somethin' in the country that he said he couldn't leave
Oh Montana, give this child a home
Give him the love of a good family and a woman of his own
Give him a fire in his heart, give him a light in his eyes
Give him the wild wind for a brother and the wild Montana skies
Now some say he was crazy and they're glad that he is gone
But some of us miss him and we'll try to carry on
Giving a voice to the forest, giving a voice to the dawn
Giving a voice to the wilderness and the land that he lived on
Oh Montana, give this child a home
Give him the love of a good family and a woman of his own
Give him a fire in his heart, give him a light in his eyes
Give him the wild wind for a brother and the wild Montana skies
Oh Montana, give this child a home
Give him the love of a good family and a woman of his own
Give him a fire in his heart, give him a light in his eyes
Give him the wild wind for a brother and the wild Montana skies
Words and music by John Denver
NO CLAIM OR COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT INTENDED.

[@slavebitch1]

This song is my first recollection of hearing Emmylou and remember thinking this girl harmonises like no one else I had ever heard.

[@JBCo2012]

John Denver does a great job with this great tune but Emmylou brings in Heavenward! Thanks Emmylou Harris!

[@addiechim239]

Born and raised in Montana, I don’t know what it is about this song, but it makes me cry. I love it and it makes me want to raise my own kids here too ❤️

[@loripumphrey890]

Born in Montana where my dad lived until he passed away in 2009. I left when he and my mom divorced when I was five, but there were many visits over the years and Montana and especially Helena have a place in my heart. My dad was a plantsman and he spread trees all over the state.

[@loripumphrey890]

I will always feel that connection to MT through my dad.

[@peterdenyer3002]

AS a 58 year old man, I am not ashamed to say this man makes me cry. A talent sorely missed. Can you imagine what he'd sound like today with the latest technology? John you always put a fire in my heart. May you rest in peace intrepid vocalist.

[@axlkix5655]

I'm with you completely, my man.

[@reverendrider]

Right there with ya homie. Eagle and the Hawk, Prayers and Promises? yeah I like John Denver, eat shit. I'm teaching a friend of mine some Guit chords one we're doing is Country Roads. She's doing awesome, so easy with John's mellow blend.

[@SuperSuperspoof]

Same here, except I'm 27.

[@chrisparish6719]

Peter Denyer. you a nice person

[@robertbennie7889]

No one with whom I love singing along and harmonizing more. My JD CDS are a must on the road, John and I are awesome.

[@777antlers]

John and Emmylou harmonize perfectly in this song...

[@ChuckWroste]

When I hear this song, I remember a lady I loved who lived in the Bitterroot Valley. I was not the one she chose, but I am sure she made the best choice for her. I'll always miss her, and cherish the times we had together. This is one of my favorite john Denver songs!!

[@thomasjohntompkins3123]

Really?? How ya doing now?

[@BigBBuddha00]

i remember when he came to my reservation and sang for us up here in montana

[@Freshacre]

treasured memory.....

[@cathymacdonald4838]

So cool! What reservation?

[@rsdno]

i THINK THIS IS GREAT .I (SORRY CAPS)I heard the song "Sunshine" and my wife looked at me amazed and said "John Denver made you cry " and she just got away but it was the movie ,Take Me Home a clearness and a goodness about this man ,even in the 60s and 70s these songs brightened my days Thank You JD

[@mattthompson9826]

Emmylou makes everyone better, even great ones.

[@gabrielebenson4784]

RIP, greatest country master of melody and emotions

[@izzygoodenough]

John Denver, Emmylou Harris... Maybe my two favorite voices, together! What a great duet!!!

[@melekeok2]

I hope Montana uses this as a state song! Dang!

[@ollie2463]

Nope. Montana uses the song "Montana" by Charles Cohan and Joseph E. Howard. It's still a lovely song.

[@bettydeleon5152]

The best version of this song, for me. Love both singers and the song.

[@gloriaertel2463]

you bet....Love it..

[@tombarbaralaird8457]

This is beautiful. John's voice was exceptional, but then add Emmy Lou Harris and Wow!

[@ursafan40]

Don't know why John Denver got the rep as pop-star pablum. Or became a guilty pleasure. His songwriting was top notch. His performances , clean as they were, came across as heartfelt and not the least bit hokey. If Emmylou will record with you .............

[@freedomsquareretirement1229]

ursafan40

[@dougboggio7098]

ursafan40 I'm going to go with Emmy MADE this song popular with her backing vocals.......end of discussion

[@SalsKitchen]

Miss him so much! His God given talent and love of God's creation, He is now with the creator of all and sings praise constantly to the creator.

[@jeffpersse3897]

This is one of my favorite John Denver songs but it it EmmyLou that makes it even that much better love to hear them hit the high notes

[@sheila174]

Yes, how did they do that?!! So wonderful!!!

[@MJAngelLove]

Jeff Persse I am a rocker but can sing Emmy Lous part since I sing soprano bet John would be amazed this young lady knows his songs. I give my dad credit for that

[@paulgavin3603]

Brings back very happy memories for me when I lived in the US, in Missouri, 1983 - 1984

[@vickystanley8853]

The harmony of two luscious voices.

[@leecera5121]

Beautiful, miss this man so much!

[@ES-uf7zp]

Two of the most glorious voices to ever have been heard. Emmylou makes it almost ethereal.

[@paulchacho8853]

One of his many PERFECT songs. I miss him.

[@conniegomez1321]

+Paul chacho amen

[@renafox4481]

I grew up in Livingston, Montana! Every time I hear this song, it always reminds me of home

[@tomp8094]

Two of the absolutely most talented singer / songwriters in the business - Emmylou Harris and John Denver.

[@kayberry8686]

Two great voices, duet excellent, thanks, love it

[@DaveWollenberg]

Born Henry John Deutschendorf, Jr. John and Emmy hit #14 in Billboard, 9-24-83. God bless you, friend, for postin' it. Thanx! Have a blessed week! RIP, John.

[@ChrisCurtisFan]

Where are all the comments!!! Almost 6000 views and not one person could say how wonderful song is, and thank YOU for uploading it for us to enjoy! It's one of my favorite JD songs. Love hearing Emmylou with him!! Wouldn't be as good without her. RIP, dear John...you couldn't possibly be forgotten.

[@JayJohnBryce]

Have you ever heard about the stories where a group of mermaids enchanted the sailors with their singing? Well that's exactly what happened to me right now listening to this woman's voice. Absolutely incredible.

[@elainelindy]

I really like john,and love the wonderful Emmylou!

[@katherinecollingwood7303]

John was such a fantastic performer, even better live than on record😇

[@perezbaraquio6273]

Vienna, white Suit, Stadthalle....

[@MusicallySunny]

Couldn't agree more!

[@bartsimpson83]

I grew up listening to John Denver thanks to my mom, and I gotta say there just aren't any songwriters of his caliber these days. Today, it's all about the money and what sells and actual talent is secondary as far as the producers are concerned. Sad.

[@sjsturgis]

+bartsimpson83 There are so many, many wonderful songwriters out there these days. James Keelaghan, Jez Lowe, Janis Ian, Kate Campbell, Dick Caddick, Neko Case, Willy Mason -- I could go on and on. Are you looking in the right places?

[@mavblue]

Just…awesome…

[@IndoPersian1969]

Whenever I hear this song, here on KZbin or on my iPod once is never enough...three, four...five times...and only then I'm satisfied. I love this song and love Montana...maybe I'll move there someday. A boy can dream can't he?!?

[@willwipf7030]

This is my favorite denver song , emmy lou makes it even better,

[@federicocarbo7351]

Excelente dúo..., dos gigantes...!!!

[@gillybobbles]

One of the loveliest duets ever (IMHO) - two beautiful voices ❤️❤️

[@awriter4theman]

I used to call radio stations and request this to be played and it was played. I love it!!!

[@peggywright8028]

I saw John perform in Chicago in 1973. What a great concert. He had such a naturalness about him. No flashing lights, or smoke, etc, just him singing with his band. He sounded just as did on his recordings because he could SING! I still miss him!

[@gtiernan1]

Love this. Living here in the Bitterroot Valley, I totally resonate with this song.

[@zachmcginnis9407]

John Denver has amazing range!

[@JancisHarvey]

got this recording on vinyl and CD and still my favourite and most exciting of John Denver songs. The quality of the duet is brilliant. thank you

[@michaelobrien3384]

right on!

[@MattStormsSEO]

Something about John Denver and this song that i really like. I was 21 when I set out on my own, I have been back, but the fire in my heart is raging to get ahead.

[@amorilcavaliere]

Nice and sweet song.

[@JessieI]

I sang this song to my four children when I nursed them. It’s a sweet memory of one of my favorite songs.

[@cassidyyumyums]

In trying to move out west to Montana, and this morning when I was just about to give up on my dream, this song came on. Reassuring me that I can't give up yet haha crazy how the world works sometimes

[@KLH5252]

cassidyyumyums hope you made it!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Your comment was from 2 years ago.. I hope you made it .. never give up on your dreams #nevertoolate

[@PoliceBlot]

Did you make it?

[@aikaterine8675]

Awesome song of true life family wishes for their son........love montana!

[@mtnbob74]

Absolutely fabulous singing and harmony. Take that Florida Georgia line and Chase Rice. You guys can keep your putrid crap that you call country. I'll take John Denver all week long and twice on Sundays!!!

[@alexpodesta4707]

john Denver was quite unknown in my country. But he was a great singer and composer. Regards from Buenos Aires, Argentina

[@wewhodreamofbetter]

Henry was a great man, full of passion, and the creative agony of his love for Annie. His greatness was too much for her.

[@gitaar079]

J.D and E.L.H....beautifull...thanks

[@wokss]

Miss you John R.I.P

[@slavebitch1]

Emmylou makes this song for me.

[@JoshyKel]

Well, my parents bought cassette tape of some John Denver songs. That tape broke when I was 8 years old. And I remembered this song, and this is the first time I've heard it since I was 8. Whatever it was about this song, it stayed with me despite the 10 years it took me to finally find the title to the John Denver song I heard as a child. So it may not be his best, but it made an impact on me.

[@TheTopKeyBoard]

From Glacier National Park to Makoshika State Park, Montana is a Beautiful state

[@MJAngelLove]

One of my Daddy's favorite songs he even played it on guitar

[@suzieparis6821]

Just left there after 5 yrs with my youngest. He n his wife moved south for work..i joined them 3 months ago in texas..miss Montana every hour of every day.n pray we can go back n raise some granbabies there

[@1954crc]

Beautiful song! Thanks for sharing!

[@Moonchalice]

God Bless John Denver. What joy he gave us with his music.

[@conniegomez1321]

noone better...miss John!

[@hiparadisecondo8714]

Fantastic song these two made. Love the harmony!

[@jimaroo100]

I am not a big John Denver fan so I never heard this song before. I think it is fantastic - thanks for posting. I assume that he also composed it . Excellent music and great lyrics. And of course Emmy Lou is always a treat. Good job!

[@pattybrand1613]

This is one of my all time favorite songs!

[@annetteholmgren]

Touches my heart

[@TheHardcoreJoel]

give a fire in his heart and a light in his eyes, wild montana skies,

[@johngengenbach696]

This song n message NEVER gets old!!😎

[@dorisporis8]

Great ballad. SHE adds SOOOO much to it. Great harmony.

[@TheSistercate]

I live in Missoula and am in the Bitterroots all the time. They are beautiful. Majestic. Waterfalls, flowers, snow, trees, cliffs, views. They are rough but you can camp, hike, and even swim in the lakes. I think the Bitterroots are as good as they sound...maybe you are not thinking of the right part of Montana??

[@Nakazny]

This is one of my favorites.

[@foresttramp8439]

best 4 ever

[@Nuggiismand]

This has always been and will always be one of my all time favorite songs!!!!

[@Markadoodle]

Wonderful.

[@fredbaldridge3303]

Mark Venzk

[@gaiceblackwell215]

Never left Montana til last year when I was 18 to join the military and this song hits home.

[@daryl123ize]

Stunning,enough said.

[@albertgatte6324]

Sat front row in Philly years ago, great show, amazing performer. He is missed, but we have his MUSIC.

[@SusanJillDuncan]

This my favorite song ever!

[@smrk2452]

Music from my early childhood.

[@darinclark1853]

So glad these two got to record together...

[@russdawson3164]

You are missed John.

[@PixieTheRabbit]

I agree.

[@tinahigh2220]

Two phenomenal voices and one great song, it can't help but be a wow. However, NOT the best John Denver song ever because he has tons of material way before this. Also NOT the best Emmylou Harris song as she had tons of material beforehand as well. But these two together struck gold; it was a shame that they didn't record more songs together, our loss but we can always enjoy this one which will be timeless.

[@michaelobrien3384]

dee best of dee best

[@tom.hoffmann6585]

Great guitar sounds!

[@MartinWinter99]

i always have to cry over this one. so why do i listen again?

[@mommaceno9657]

his best song

[@briankiernansmith2433]

john denver's best song!

[@llewmaster83]

wow that's a bold claim lol, but yeah defo 1 of the best, Emmylou harris just adds so much :)

[@nissivarghese155]

love this song...!

[@tonybarde2572]

The song tells the story of the American Frontier times.

[@Geilomat]

I LOVE YOU JOHN !!!!!

[@lionel1130]

brings back memories

[@chasiapro]

very very good song I ever heard

[@Alexandria815]

I wish i was Emmylou Harris just to have to privilege of singing with John Denver

[@garyhenderson5725]

I'll always miss you, John.

[@elizabethwilliamson7373]

6/9/18. Was looking for a KZbin movie [Montana sky] & found singer/songwriter talent John Denver. He was the best. miss his music - Montana sky with duet Emmylou Harris

[@chicletetedefresa234]

Pedazo de canción

[@perezbaraquio6273]

Love

[@dons3006]

If he was alive today I’d pay to see him in concert.

[@francescoperrone461]

Other music, other times, other magic atmosfere. Today all seems to be over. May be...

[@llewmaster83]

niether artist makes the song, it would be poor without without either artist, as i duet its amazing :)

[@misslillyscorner]

LOVe the songs and have the ALBums Viny and CD lol oh and the piano music YEH I love me some JD to make me happy in Texas

[@kelliecarpenter2623]

This song is about his old former friend, and co song writer to many of Johns songs, Joe Henry. . . .

[@Electricchris1]

good to hear this again i cant locate my copy at the moment, thank you

[@travisdemers8282]

I was born in that valley on a ranch I left home at a young age went to cowboy in Nevada then I ended up living in az for the past 20 year's became a top farrier for high end trainers faild marriages because was home sick they never understood how deeply I missed Montana well I'm going home August 12 for good I'll never leave Montana again.

[@barbaramartin541]

I saw John sing this song in Sun City AZ, shortly after I bought Emmylou's Duets CD. I would love to have seen them perform this together. But I don't think John would be happy with today's political climate in Montana.