John Denver - Sunshine On My Shoulders (Official Audio)

"Sunshine On My Shoulders" by John Denver
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Lyrics:
Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy
Sunshine in my eyes can make me cry
Sunshine on the water looks so lovely
Sunshine almost always makes me high
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[@frankjacoby9460]

Today is my 28 year old son’s 22nd anniversary since he passed away from cancer, before he went with our Lord I asked him what his favorite song was, and thinking he was going to name a heavy metal song I was surprised to hear him say “ Sunshine on my shoulders”, so I always remember my son when I hear this song and I always listen to it on his anniversary! I miss him so much!

[@phillyphever1]

Beautiful tribute. My favorite song too! God bless you! 🌞

[@vincentkerr1819]

Amazing 👏 song 🎵 for him ❤️.

[@eileen74086]

❤

[@celebratinglivestogether]

Missing him can be very heartbreaking. I pray the good Lord holds you in His arms and consoles you. May you feel your son's kiss on your forehead through the wind and may Jesus help you find peace of heart and mind.

[@DigitalUnderground7]

Your son is still with you 😊 every single day ❤

[@Lia09_123]

Anyone who's listen to this song in 2024?

[@kwonjo75]

저요 😊

[@clamato54]

Yes, right now, it's beautiful

[@lynettehochstedler785]

Me

[@MEPieroni]

Right here

[@lorisunshine81]

I'm 61 and woke up to a bright sunny day. This song came to mind. Memories of sweeter days.😊❤

[@kevinwoodruff321]

My wife was battling cancer, on one of her good days, she wanted to go to Disney World, she loved the atmosphere. We got home that evening, I sang this to her as I put her into bed. Three months later she lost her battle and I lost her love. “If I had a day that I could give you, I’d give to you a day just like today”.

[@p34piper]

I'm currently battling breast cancer so I understand this. When the good days are there you just want to do what you have wanted to do before you were diagnosed. I have my last chemo next week. Let's pray the MRI is good in a few weeks ahead of my surgery and then radiation. I'm hoping to put all this behind me. I'm sorry your wife lost her battle with whatever cancer she battled. Hope you think of her when you hear this song forever and keep the great memories you made together and they make you happy like the sunshine on your shoulders

[@kevinwoodruff321]

@@p34piper praying for you and good results in the future. Tracy had pancreatic cancer, there is never a good kind or an easier kind of cancer, it’s all a battle. Praying all the best to you. She was 46 years young.

[@tye-gehring]

You didn't lose her love. It's just waiting for you. Godspeed friend.

[@rodolphocava402]

Emocionante. Amor eterno Amor. Isso não é uma ficção. É a vida como ela é.

[@eddiebrannan6842]

May GOD REST HER DEAR SWEET SOUL & May GOD Be With & Watch Over You & Her Family & Friends FOREVER

[@fridahalliday2375]

My twin sister Claire played guitar and we sang all of John Denver's songs together. Claire is in Heaven now.

[@gerryhall7601]

My mom used to sing this to me before I went to sleep when I was little. From the day I was born to the day she died she called me sunshine. Rest in peace, mom. I love you.

[@treycotherman9833]

;,(

[@fernandacarletti2707]

That memory must be so sweet! Thanks for share her love!😢

[@kristenharral4707]

Oh man, here come the water works! God damn, that's a tear jerker. I still have my mom, but recently lost my dad. It's been rough. Part of growing up and becoming my own adult I guess. Still doesn't make it any easier. Thank you for sharing such a special memory. Your momma must have been a good one.

[@j3s0n]

I legit rarely cry, but you made me

[@djensen2319]

I sing this to my son every night before bed

[@deeogul1836]

My dad used to sing this song. He can sing. He had a beautiful voice. People would circle around him to hear him. May he Rest In Peace. I miss my dad. Happy Father’s Day dad.

[@Twinklez63]

❤

[@lorriepomponio9280]

RIP Dad's! 😂

[@magadc1]

I’m sure he misses you too❤.

[@celebsman]

My dad also❤ May they rest in eternal peace.

[@memoryrinehart]

God bless you...gospel: Acts 2:38 Acts 22:16 Mark 16:16 Revelation 1:5 Hebrews 9:17* 1 Corinthians 11 (veil)

[@nancyborkman9443]

I'm 82 yrs in this world. Never want to leave. Sunshine always makes me happy. 3:47

[@travismullerhoward]

Wow that’s nice. I’m happy for you so when was the first time you fell in love with the song ?

[@georgecorrea8491]

John Denver was a gift to humanity and a talented beautiful soul indeed. He is sorely missed 😢. Rip John. Gone but never forgotten.

[@Susie_Bed-hed]

Amen ThankQ Jesus 🕊️💪🏻🪽

[@dougpelton1320]

I played this song at my daughter’s funeral 14 years ago. She was 22 months when she passed and she was our ray of sunshine and guardian angel. I can hardly listen to this song without getting choked up.

[@user-yc9wh6qz5g]

God bless you. Not depressing at all my the spirit of God's eternal sunshine fill your soul

[@davemontray441]

No words can express my sorrow for the loss of your baby. God bless.

[@Aussiedavid71]

😭

[@johnganzelli4186]

So sorry buddy

[@viktordickinson7844]

Heaven needs cherubs, and sometimes our families must give up one of our own to fill their ranks.

[@teeel8033]

I am 63 and grew up listening to John Denver, James Taylor, Carol King, etc. These artists represent something sorry missing in today’s music. I will be playing classic music like this for my grandkids, so they know beauty and emotion, not the vulgar sounds of rap. How can that be called music?? Anyhoo, thank you John, for transporting me back to simpler times. Rest in peace ❤️

[@jaydemo5792]

Me too......I love my LED ZEPPELIN but I love Great Music & J. Denver absolutely gave us a lot of it.....God Bless You for your kind words......

[@Sonjay_Gouda]

This song reminds me of the night I became a father for the first time. My newborn daughter slept in my arms while we listened to this song together while my wife slept. It's one of my most cherished memories ❤

[@flsuccesscoach]

Absolute, pure vocal perfection. You just don't see talent like this these days.

[@therisengeckoexe1571]

I love how John's comment platform isn't toxic, mean or anything. Just beautiful people, and beautiful thoughts. Good day, everyone.

[@anselm4360]

😘

[@antonioarruda5048]

@@anselm4360 Bom dia para você também!!!

[@sdlovejesus5607]

I called those FOCUSED ENERGIES I PUT INTO ACTIONS...EVERYWHERE IN MY WORLD LIFE AND MYSELF AND BEING... MY MOTIVATIONAL THERAPY THAT DOLL WAS RIGHT ON😆TIME... THIS YEAR I WANT TO SOOMRTIME DANCE WITH U TO THIS SONG IT MEANS A LOT TO ME YOU DO TO ME.

[@sdlovejesus5607]

Everyone of All you consider yourselves hugged from me. I bought a bag of hugss Hershey's. Candies put them with notes and I'm goingto bring 5 bags tto all you beauty's that savvedy LIzFE

[@sdlovejesus5607]

What are you doing to celebrate with or going out? Date or one to kiss at midnight...

[@carolnorton1571]

I sang this song to my beautiful newborn son 36 years ago... It's been 3 1/2 years now since I lost him... He will always be the sunshine on my shoulder.. I miss you every minute of everyday Aaron

[@jumpingspider7105]

KZbin comment sections, the best place to honor the dead.

[@jumpingspider7105]

NotCarsonDaily After reading your comment, I went from remembering my old comment and thinking it was funny, to feeling bad, to remembering why I made the comment in the first place. Whilst I obviously sympathise with people losing loved ones, especially their children, I find these sorts of comments very strange. I guess people need an outlet or somthing, if you want to look at it in a positive way, but I find the emotional dumping to be a little unsettling. Like, why do feel the need to share your most horrific tragedy with the world, on a forum designed for pointless shitposts. It's kinda cringy, like someone having a mental breakdown in public. I also (cynically I know) can't help but feel a little nagging sensation that these comments are some attempt at getting sympathy points from strangers. I can't know why this woman said what she did. And I kinda hope she's not reading this know because again, I sympathise. However, I reserve the right to make quips on anything, if only to poke fun at the strange ways people choose to express themselves. And note, that's all I did. Just poking fun at a strange type of comment you see from time to time, and deflating it a bit.

[@Oikologoiproductions]

Sorry for your loss, be strong

[@emac543]

I picture a new mom singing this to her little baby boy, beautiful. I can't imagine your pain, I'm so sorry.

[@quaerendoinvenietis8477]

I don't know you but we're part of the same human family. I love you and I am sorry for your loss.

[@Rye271]

This was my grandads favourite song, so we played it at his funeral. He always would be out in the summer painting, making flower beds, just anything out of wood. He loved the sun and the heat. On his last summer, i used to help him stack wood for our wood burner, i knew he wouldn’t be here the next year because of everything his body was failing. He brought out a icecream on an especially hot day and I remember sitting there and eating it. I didnt like the ice cream but i knew it would be a good memory so i ate it and we just sat side by side in the sun. I love him

[@nairobichik]

❤️

[@jeremydow1432]

Great lyrics. Give a musician.

[@hshaw2429]

What a precious memory, he loved you & is watching over you🙏❤️

[@PollyCostanza]

I love that you ate it anyway, you could be my friend for sure!

[@leemaxwell9606]

My mum sang this to me when she was dying,but still able to sit and have lunch with me..We were in my tiny unit with beautiful views over the water.The sun rays hit the water..she began to sing,beautiful voice..

[@pineycolada3075]

“If I could write a song to make you feel this way” oh you did John, you did

[@chrisocony]

I like this song, amazing. Powerful. Beautiful. Your avatar ain't bad, either.

[@lesmoore7787]

Dealing with depression is alittle easier while listening to this song.

[@edithheuberger443]

@@lesmoore7787yes realy

[@sraravindselvan6548]

I heard this line and read your comment on the same time😍❤️

[@danjastvil825]

Exactly..

[@nikolasmaia2789]

I'm brazilian, in february 1 my dad has passed away. I just came here knowing the first phrase of this song cause long long time ago, travelling alone with him, in a sunny and beautifull day, this song started in a brazilian radio station. Today, listening to this, i dont cry because im sad or something, but because i miss my best friend in this world, one of the best men world can give

[@rhondamills1731]

What a blessing ☺️

[@louisepastro3679]

Sending hugs

[@patrickburns4188]

Haven't heard this song in years.. Only came upon it, with the newest Chevrolet commercial, & a beautiful tribute to Alzheimer's.. It made me sad & crying.. Remembering, my Mom, who passed away 10 years ago from Alzheimer's.. RIP, Mom, Love you..

[@bradsanford4629]

Love that chevy commercial. And John Denver

[@aurorakerr2239]

We played this at my grandma's funeral this past June. I've had a lot of loss in my life recently and this song makes me realize that even though someone or something is gone, they will always be with you in your heart and the sunshine reminds us of the good and the bad times. Life goes fast. Don't forget to say I love you every day.

[@billyaskew3498]

Wonderful words.

[@timothyhowell4520]

I do agree my friend..❤

[@username1212b]

Ah I love this. I agree with you!

[@josephabel2252]

Touching!

[@lassaonze]

Same here. So much loss these past 3 years. It's nice to have these songs to help us get through the pain ❤

[@anotiondeep]

My grandmother is living her final days. As we were saying goodbye one night last week, I noticed the day's last sunlight sneaking through the blinds. Remembering that this is one of her favorite songs, I fired up the video and started singing it to her. She immediately remembered the words and sang along. Knowing that her mind and body were at peace for 5 minutes was a beautiful way to conclude our evening. And while I have decades of wonderful memories, I'll always cherish those blissful 5 minutes. [Addition 22-Jan 2019] Thank you for the kind words in the replies. Just to clarify: she did not die while we were listening to the song, but she did pass away about a month later. She was the most loving person I've ever known.

[@deanwinchester253]

Beautiful words. My best wishes to you and your grandmother.

[@daughters4life55]

God bless you!

[@pirategirl58]

You will never know what you truly did for your grandmother. God Bless you child!

[@steveflickinger3199]

Beautiful. God bless.

[@lindabutler7958]

awe bless your heart! What a wonderfull memory to treasure!

[@brimmusic4270]

I feel kind of weird typing something here, but i just wanted to tell anyone smth. about this. I'm 19 years old now and when I was 17 my beloved dad passed away. I visited his grave yesterday as I do it sometimes and thought about a song my dad sang, when he drove with us on vacations. I have never heard this song on my own and before today I never heard this song not coming from my dad. Rest in peace my beautiful father. As I am from Germany I just wanted to say: Ich liebe dich, wo auch immer du grade bist. (eng.: I love you, wherever you are right now.)

[@MrRondonmon]

John Denver's real name was.............Henry John Deutschendorf, Jr.

[@hughdouglas217]

Beautiful 👌🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@sherrigreen9765]

Beautiful

[@bobgappa3338]

Things need sunshine to grow. Thank you

[@BodilessVoice]

Thank you. May your father's memory be eternal.

[@krispinhopper1655]

It seems like this song has a special place in everyone’s heart. I’m 15 now I used to listen to this when I was 7. Music like this is different than anything else

[@FloridaManMatty]

It’s great to know more young people are out there listening to this. I’m 46 now. Born in 1977, I was raised on John Denver…The man was literally EVERYWHERE by then. Music, movies (Oh God!), The Muppet Show, even the PMRC hearings with Dee Snider and Frank Zappa to fight censorship in music. I’m also an aviation nerd, so it’s neat to know that not only was John a pilot, but his father actually set speed records in the B-58 Hustler bomber decades ago. Krispin, if you love this stuff, you might want to check out The Chad Mitchell Trio, Cat Stevens, The Kingston Trio, Bud and Travis, Joe and Eddie (There’s a Meetin’ Here Tonight), Jim Croce…there is just SO much incredible music out there that most people your age and mine are totally unaware of. It’s just waiting to be rediscovered!

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

@@FloridaManMattyI agree with this 1,000% (P.S. thanks for letting me know about John Denver’s dad! I had no idea his aviation background… I’ll have to Google it. So Interesting!)

[@bertram3951]

That's realy absolut gorgeous...in your age ? I'm 66 and this song was a very special in my twenty's... Thank you for let me know that JD and his musik, is still recognized and lives on! Love from Brazil !!!

[@MazeDomingues]

​@@FloridaManMatty❤❤❤

[@creuzapersilha5627]

Sim essa música mexe muito com os nossos corações

[@davidshirley6947]

I have read a lot of comments on this song, some of which are heartbreaking. Love is the greatest force in humanity. Without it, there is no point to anything. Without love in the world, everything is moot. All the riches of the world are worthless without it. If you have lost your humanity, you have lost everything. Compassion and love for other people is the foundation for our fulfillment in life. This song evokes compassion and the simplicity of life. I also want to say to be kind to strangers. You never know what the impact a few kind words can mean to someone who is troubled. Be a positive force in the world. Kindness is a virtue and it never goes out of style.

[@jono7074]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written. Simple, clear, and heartfelt.

[@freeguy77]

Reminds me of the late Jim Croce's beautiful ballad, "I'll Have to Say I Love You in a Song" (Apr 1974), that hit #9. "Sunshine" was John Denver's first #1 at the beginning of that same month. A memorable duo, who both died in airplane crashes. R.I.P. to these unique singer-songwriters!

[@johnnysalami27]

I like Annie’s song or leaving on a jet plane a bit more but I agree

[@timothypridell357]

Beautiful heartfelt comment. Thank you.

[@davidmarsden8008]

Certainly is Jono . . .

[@Linda_InDiversity]

.... I agree, my friend - it’s just beautiful, yes xxx

[@lindaclark7032]

I am 72, still carry John Denver in my heart. He was awesome.

[@matthewolson5189]

Hit me up sweetie

[@ElvarMasson]

matthew olson ?

[@ViviTheBlock]

My mom is listening to this rn, and he died?

[@johnmcgowan7660]

Definitely. There was magic in his voice that would transport you.

[@ViviTheBlock]

@@johnmcgowan7660 oh, damn. Well RIP pal

[@erikgilreath3305]

I would sing this when I was a little boy playing outside just to escape and get away from the meanness in the house. Still makes me cry too this day 49 years later!

[@Inkblot67]

Punch to my heart. Peace to you.

[@SunflowerChild82]

This gave me the feels. God bless you, sweetheart. I hope the rest of your life is filled with the peace this song gave you. 💛

[@francleland1651]

@@erikgilreath3305 I sincerely hope you have peace now..

[@erikgilreath3305]

@@francleland1651 I do. I have ever sinse 12-24-88 when I moved out on my own.

[@susansutherland9232]

Sounds like my childhood...

[@tmadsam]

John Denver was the best! I have all his music, but this song, "Sunshine on my Shoulders" always brings tears to my eyes. I love sunshine. It's Heaven to me along with blue skies. And I know John Denver is singing to the Angels in Heaven! I hope to hear him when I get there. God Bless John Denver forever!

[@erikgilreath3305]

I sure hope he is there too! ❤

[@user-hc8gj2mw6u]

Saudades do meu amor 😂

[@6249review]

This was one of the songs my daughter asked to hear as she was dying. RIP Alyssa.

[@julenefisher6265]

May memories of the good times you shared with her help ease your grief because words alone cannot.

[@allisongriffiths2546]

I cannot tell you how sorry I am. I cannot imagine. May you find God's comfort and peace and the most healing that can be found while you're on this side. When I heard this this morning I pictured singing this to my mother as she was dying but I didn't get a chance to do that. I only wished I had. I surely would have. I remember singing this to my daughter when she was little and asleep and feeling so much love for her and I will always think of that along with my childhood when I was growing up and how popular this song was. I would be praying for you.

[@lakshmipriyavs6622]

I know my words can't bring back what you lost. I cannot even begin to comprehend the chaos you had to go through. I'm so sorry. I'll be praying for you.

[@filandro]

This song was always profound for me, and you and your daughter, God Rest Her Soul, have made it even more so. Your daughter has now reached others. RIP Alyssa.

[@davidgoldin2577]

She will always be with you

[@ggford9505]

This song is universal. Both happy and sad. It was written from the soul and touches the soul. Let music help heal and renew.

[@mikeyates7931]

Music is salve and poetry a balm , for the afflictions of this world when things go wrong

[@joelmagrini6725]

🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@moemcgovern7345]

Music on…..world off.

[@hikewithmike4673]

right on!

[@arey1980]

Beautiful

[@KVKoby]

I truly feel the presence of God and I needed these tears 😢😊 life used to have meaning.... Here as a future architect of the world 2024 🙏🎉

[@mudassardesignspace]

It was a sunny afternoon in 1974..I was an 8 year old boy playing with my lovely grandpapa in the verandah..the radio was on..we were listening this very song and were happily playing...today, after years and years, I am listening to this very song sitting alone in the very same verandah..I see the sunshine and remember the happy times I spent with my grandpa...I miss you..

[@jsprunger6246]

:)

[@tedpetrimoulx5020]

U will see him again

[@saaraphoenix]

Thank you for sharing your memories with us. Lovely

[@SephirothSuperKool]

As a young ish man, I always think of my Grandma when I listen to anything John Denver. Lots of fond Holiday memories made while listening to JD.

[@thomasmckenzie4584]

You wrote the EXACT same story about Rocky Mountain High. You suck!!!!

[@maddygates9566]

I'm DEFINATELY listening in 2020!. I'm 72 yrs young & never fathomed this would ever happen to us. Hang in there my people.🙏🙏 There is always darkness before the dawn 💙🌈❤️

[@ArchietDev]

Much needed! Thanks, hope you are doing fine.

[@josephineprocter7042]

Well , I'm listening and I'm 84. What I love is his beautiful clear diction and voice that just floats. Did he write the words to this. So direct and simple. So glad he left recordings for us that have such beautiful sentiments.

[@chapmaned24]

Thank you for your words of encouragement. Much needed and appreciated.

[@maddygates9566]

@@josephineprocter7042 yes he writes most of his material! ♥️🙏💕

[@thechannelineverwanted7323]

Still listening in 2021. I'm forty-something-or-other and I'm hoping to pass on some of these gems to my daughters.

[@myndcrime346]

Will always remind me of my Dad. He passed away February 1st, 2023. This is my first Thanksgiving wirhout both he and my Mom. It's been a bit of a difficult year. Miss you Mama and Papasito. 😢❤😢

[@TonyWeaving]

Bless you my friend. Tony in Portsmouth England.

[@myndcrime346]

@@TonyWeaving ❤️

[@nairobichik]

❤️

[@paulakillian5203]

My senior year in high school, this was my favorite song. I still love this song.

[@myndcrime346]

@@paulakillian5203 ❤️

[@pedenmk]

This brings back memories from my youth. I remember when this was on the radio back in the 70s. The best decade for great music.

[@eyecyou4677]

Without a doubt...

[@kittykatz4001]

Yess!

[@crisboy9858]

You said it 😊. Best decade of my life with the music

[@davidstomp6795]

Never appreciated his music as a kid. As a middle aged man now, I find real heart in his words and sounds. Took me a while, but I'd call myself a fan.

[@beverett417]

Amen Sir, Amen! This is from a black guy from the South side of Chicago💯👍

[@Radnads2099]

Ha! Same here brother, same here

[@mikeyates7931]

Welcome to the fold , brother ❤️

[@royferguson2297]

He wrote some of the most beautiful songs ever.

[@krisblackburn143]

Same for me too

[@veronikamuller7790]

To whoever is reading this, I wish you the best, that all your dreams will come true and that you are happy. You are beautiful and loved, don't forget that. Treat people with kindness, respect and spread love, in my opinion it is the only thing that matters, because everything we give comes back to us. Love and peace to the world.

[@billc6828]

Wow Veronica that was beautiful ,God Bless You !!

[@TigerzLionzPistonzWingz]

Same to you, beautiful soul. Thank you for that.

[@juanmarquez7441]

Verónika I love what you say because nothing is greater than Love

[@veronikamuller7790]

Thank you all, God bless you 💚

[@priyaljohari9691]

❤❤ lots of love and blessings to you. It is one of the best comments existing on youtube. Thanks for adding hope in my day today. Love your kind words.

[@MrPARKERSBIRD]

I’ve never heard this song before. It’s beautiful. Tears are rolling down my face. Thinking of all of you who have lost someone close to you. X

[@juliejellis1814]

Its a about a film who the woman has cancer and had to amputate her leg or should would die i think her little girl was about 4 years old such a sad film I can remember it after 48 years ago x

[@MrPARKERSBIRD]

@@juliejellis1814 I never knew that. x

[@kittykatz4001]

@@juliejellis1814I think there was an also a network tv series (short-lived) based on the film as well.

[@shanebush2751]

Today is my birthday and this song is making me happy thinking about my late mother. She died many years ago. But always made me feel special. Just like this song.

[@cassandrajenkins-kx1dp]

Happy Birthday

[@ogreinhard4996]

I want to let everyone know, someone loves you. Life is precious, enjoy it.

[@MslovepeaceISLAM]

Og ReinHard ... just when i have given up on it.. this pops up.. guess it means something.. something to ponder on.. look towards the brighter side.. the sunshine

[@bonniemariedavis2909]

@@MslovepeaceISLAM NEVER give up. Tomorrow is another day, and it could be beautiful and the best day of your/my life. :)

[@heidelberg2358]

All too often we realize it too late

[@SuperBoxer000]

@@heidelberg2358 absolutely true my friend 👍

[@bradytaylor4545]

Amen

[@XxStratAttackxX]

No song has ever made me cry the way sunshine on my shoulders has. This is the definition of a masterpiece.

[@nzfalcon8698]

i brings a tear to my eyes as well

[@cynthiakaminski9836]

Me too

[@mariarascon5031]

¡Así es! Tocar el Alma como garante de Maestría.

[@needahandle]

Tears welling up and now fallen

[@shareonrivas1458]

SAME

[@sb-kc3xc]

My Dad used to sing us this song. He was our best friend. Now he’s the sunshine on our shoulders. Rip daddio 🕊️

[@stevenlewisking1982]

The sun misses john Denver.

[@sharonmiddelchylde2638]

Yes!

[@jeffmiddlebrook4190]

In the summer of 1975 my girlfriend at the time and I hiked the 200-mile Tahoe-Yosemite Trail for two weeks, and we sang this song almost daily. She's long dead now, her ashes I buried in the wilderness in 2011, but this song brings her back to life as I see and hear us back in that summer so long ago. RIP Patty, RIP John.

[@juliamartin818]

So sorry, but so glad that the music brings her back. Live the lost Summer, if you can, my dear.

[@hikewithme59]

I love your story and feel as if I were there with you...RIP to your friends! 🌵✌🏼

[@cedarshoals529]

Jeff , Oh Man that just hit me. Bless you brother.

[@claudinodeguzman8559]

WoW makes me cry love on Earth.

[@nicklarge007]

A lovely story for a lovely friend Jeff, May God Bless her with this song x

[@crystalinabacteria3430]

😥😥😥😥im drowning with tears. Havent heard this since I was a little girl Im 51 now❤❤❤

[@ericechols7638]

@Kande I'm 54, remember 'Sunshine on my shoulders as the title song in a goodie but oldie classic tv movie called 'Sunshine' made in 73' starring Cristina Raines and Cliff De Young. Great movie & good times. 🌞😀👍

[@iamRowiton]

Omgggggg u ladiessss have a grt memory thennnn😭❤️

[@saulkohen5977]

😭💙💙💙💙💙💙💖💖💖💖💜💜

[@MelLeonemusic]

❤️

[@victoriahudgins4718]

This was my favorite song when I was a little girl (age 6). Fortunately, I have heard it many times since (though still not enough). I was lucky enough to attend one of his last concerts at the Fox Theater in Atlanta in February 1997. I am forever blessed!

[@123watercolour]

We played this song 🎵 at my dad's funeral yesterday 💔 The simple words of this song are so lovely and will always remind me of my lovely dad. Everytime the sunshine is on my shoulders I'll think you're with me love you so much 🥰xxxx

[@toogone2668]

Ever since I was a kid, (I'm 61 now), John Denver has run through my veins. We wore what he wore, sang his songs, and it is he that is responsible for my deep love of the high mountains. His music helped shape me into the person I am today. I wish I made the opportunity to tell him to his face... Don Kisling

[@abhinavgaurav1795]

Must be having so much of memories of these 61 years and seeing another generation develop . Nice to see u here!

[@dahlialady4131]

Me too 61yrs. enjoyed listening to John Denver from young. My later brother was a great fan of JD. RIP to both of them 🙏🏽♥️

[@rhondahacker9436]

Me too. I am almost 60 and I have loved him as long as I can remember.

[@elijahdavis2288]

26 year old man here, and I gotta say I like Mr. Denver's music. If more people listened to stuff like this, we might all get along a little better.

[@cintilancia]

This was my mother's favorite song. She committed suicide in 2009 after battling deppression for many years. Love you, mom. I wish I could play this for you one more time.

[@mikekelley4433]

You can!

[@katherineisable007]

Mike Kelley to My mom's fav also. Can't give cintilancia a message

[@perezfecto]

This song is a huge lesson: you don't need much to be happy. Sunshine is a metaphor for life, being alive, being able to see a new day. Thank you very much for such a gift, Mr. Denver (rip)

[@daveshephard1937]

Name of his child

[@lillylazer429]

Thank you.

[@JosephSchneider26]

That was exactly what I needed to read right now. Thanks man.

[@kapworld2715]

Being able again to see light and the sunshine is a gift and almost all the time makes me high

[@brookehanley3659]

No I think it is about Sunshine.

[@lynnschnekenburger7270]

We lived on a large stretch of land many years ago. During the summer months, we would bring out those big 70's speakers and set them on the back deck and just blast music. Whenever we put John Denver on, our big Saint Bernard ( no matter where he was) would find his way to that back deck and lie down between those two speakers in total bliss. He would lie there all day if we kept playing John Denver. Music soothes any soul. I miss you my big, beautiful, intelligent, gentle giant. You gave us so much love and joy!!!❤🐶

[@alisonshenton]

MY GOD THE WORLD WOULD BE A HORRIBLE PLACE WITHOUT MUSIC I KNOW I'D BE LOST ❤️🦋

[@TashaRDavis]

Tears. My father loved this song. He used to sing it. RIP DADDY :-(

[@matthewoffenbacher6548]

Tasha R. Davis Beautiful precious girl! Super love to you. and your Dad

[@cliffdr.detroitlynch3903]

Tasha R. Davis god bless you and your dad

[@claudiomarcio4092]

+Tasha R. Davis voce e uma negra linda!!!!

[@robertdartsDARTZY]

God Bless..............

[@coreyhansen3520]

Tasha R. Davis I understand why I love it to

[@johnmcqueen3159]

Sunshine on my Shoulders has to be one of Johns most beautiful songs.

[@brusselsprout5851]

My nephew, when he was little, used to sing this in his sweet, child voice. Time goes by before we know it. RIP John Denver

[@ReedHarrison]

This is one of those magical pieces of music that takes you on a journey...

[@flysosweetly]

These comments have me in tears. John Denver and his music is a beautiful gift. There is no doubt in my mind there is a Heaven, and he is in it.

[@andrerieumaastricht9811]

Thanks for the much ❤️love. I love you all🙏🏼🙏🏼🥀💯💟

[@TPACFILMS]

Yup

[@agw1965]

Me too, listening and reading these comments have me feeling choked up.

[@martinholter4725]

I agree

[@molly26651]

Listening to this song reminds how simple,sweet and beautiful life was growing up as a child of the 70's

[@lillulu6619]

I agree! We had some GOOD Music growing up in the 70's including the ones from John Denver. May He Rest in Peace.

[@tiluriso]

Agree.

[@maddykrantz]

Mary Bland I am a kid born in 2005 and I still like this music

[@MissTina62]

Listen to John Denver "Sweet Surrender" - it's very special, enjoy!

[@servants4God]

We had vietnam war, the gas embargo, a president who got impeached but in all that we had God pouring down his Spirit on those who love Him what was formally called the Hippi/Jesus movement. Yes times were good

[@kasphertangho3983]

If we could only turn back the times when everything is all just fine...No one could ever take away all the good memories we've had with those we love dearly in our hearts...This song reminds me of my mom who passed away...She will always be remembered as long as I live.

[@mkb9464]

I can't listen to this without crying

[@trudirussell6744]

I chose this song to walk down the aisle to at my wedding last week. The song is simply perfect and when I said my vows there was sunshine on my shoulders and on the sea as my venue was Tunnels Beaches, Ilfracombe, North Devon. I was high but I didn't cry. John Denvers music has accompanied me through my life but this was the most precious moment xx

[@richardstark7852]

Today, December 2, 2020, is my daughter's 37th birthday. Her name is Lianne, and she is a beautiful young woman, inside and out. This song is dedicated to her on her birthday. Lianne, your mother and I are proud of you and love you very much. Love, Dad

[@kB5TVP]

This made me cry! I sure do miss my Dad... I hope Lianne knows how much her parents truely love her! ❤

[@markponn4378]

Blessed. 💓

[@reagan6743]

This is so incredibly sweet! You sound like a terrific father to have raised a daughter you treasure so much, i hope she realizes how lucky she is to have a father like you!

[@BodilessVoice]

Happy birthday Lianne!

[@richardstark7852]

@@reagan6743 Hi Reagan, Thank you for your most kind words. Sincerely, Richard Stark P.S. Here is a quote for you: "Understand that happiness is not based on possessions, power or prestige, but on relationships with people you love and respect." H. Jackson Brown Jr. [From: 21 SUGGESTIONS FOR SUCCESS; #13.]

[@johnnylastovica6511]

John Denver ! A breath of clean fresh air . Been a long time . Been married for 38 years , I restored my amp n turn table , my wife pulled her old JD albums , listened to them all night . I feel like a different person

[@Sunshine-do3yv]

Thank you John for this Incredibly lovely gentle song.......always a tear, a smile...... ✌️ And love SUNSHINE ❤️ 🎼🎼🎵🎵🎶🎶🌞🌞🌞🌞

[@yorkshirerose9783]

We’re going to be playing this at my darling husband’s funeral tomorrow (18/04/2023) - he used to sing it to me and to the kids. It will always remind me of him 💔

[@jules68nz]

❤

[@redsonya1959]

So sorry for your loss. I pray that he is sitting under Eternal Sunshine now.

[@Thereishope664]

So sorry for your loss. Love is eternal.

[@Twinklez63]

❤

[@egroegmcdonald9870]

John didn't just sing /write great songs. He helped us to aspire to be a better people. Something we've lost.

[@shanew1817]

My mom used to play this for me as a kid. I hope that John is singing this for her in heaven.

[@catharinephelps-terret1584]

My Mum used to play it to me when I was a kid aswell.She passed away and I've chosen it to be played at her funeral next Tuesday.I'd give my life for 5 more minutes with her.Take care of yourself x

[@thehammermanduke]

What I have come to realize is some folk have a natural voice for music. Truly, John had one of those great voices crying in the wilderness❤❤❤❤

[@flsuccesscoach]

Agreed! :)

[@vincentkerr1819]

Never heard this before it's so beautiful 😍.

[@rosy5807]

When I was a baby, I was extremely ill. I was in the hospital for two weeks. My mom told me that she would come visit me 20 hours a day, those other four hours she went home to shower and then she would come right back. She told me that one day, she was coming home from the hospital to take a shower. She entered my room, saw my empty baby crib, and started crying. I don’t know when this happened, either on the way home or when she was home, but this song started playing on the radio. I (obviously) survived, and according to my mom, a nurse told her that it was a miracle I lived.

[@valerioseccadio8816]

Very good!

[@lynnkahle2586]

❤️

[@rosy5807]

@Peter Evans no, I died two weeks later. I’m writing this from Hell.

[@carmencornelianastase1240]

God Bless 🍀💖🍀

[@ericjacobsen6901]

Glad you are here, thanks for sharing

[@meljstephan]

Listening to find some reprieve from anxiety. Also to cry. Sometimes you just need to cry.

[@susanmcnally6356]

Yes

[@ZeroGravity60]

I agree. Male - Female, spiritual is spiritual. Peace.

[@saugusguy]

We all need this...if only everyone had this attitude..kindness is eternal..i hope you have peace

[@loriolson1143]

I'm sorry I have anxiety too and it sucks. God bless you and may u find peace

[@marckendall7137]

Yes I agree

[@mattcrocker9508]

Hard to believe this song was released in 1971, I was 19 and loved it ... still do.

[@MonicaClement-eg2fm]

Thankyou God for your sunshine 🌞 in my heart & life 💖 Thankyou for making my life right for your great Colorado shine & for my Jeffrey and my daughter the sunshine of my life, so rich is this song because of you lord

[@edwardvulton3010]

Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy Sunshine in my eyes can make me cry Sunshine on the water looks so lovely Sunshine almost always makes me high If I had a day that I could give you I'd give to you the day just like today If I had a song that I could sing for you I'd sing a song to make you feel this way Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy Sunshine in my eyes can make me cry Sunshine on the water looks so lovely Sunshine almost always makes me high If I had a tale that I could tell you I'd tell a tale sure to make you smile If I had a wish that I could wish for you I'd make a wish for sunshine for all the while Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy Sunshine in my eyes can make me cry Sunshine on the water looks so lovely Sunshine almost all the time makes me high Sunshine almost always

[@flowerpeddler8306]

God Bless

[@kellystorm6760]

How fun , thanks I was looking for the lyrics for my dearest friend . infinite love and gratitude.

[@edwardvulton3010]

@@kellystorm6760 no prob my good sir

[@coindude69]

Absolutely Amazing lyrics!! RIP John! You will never be forgotten!!

[@florencethompson4161]

Thank you for posting this so everyone can sing along with Mr Denver 🎶♥️

[@daniellelien2046]

My mom used to sing this one to me:) even after she died, I still listen to it all the time, especially before I go to bed.

[@mikeytoosplashy210]

Great song, really speaks volumes. =)

[@dtech5418]

you just made me remember those days wanna take myself there ..... if i could i would hide myself in that time frame and stop the timer....

[@nannybecomesmom9196]

***** my mom passed away two months ago on the 9th and I'm listening to it right now so i feel you completely

[@daviserlab6826]

Danielle Lien My mom did too!

[@bikerboy9912]

My mum's favourite too. It was played at her funeral yesterday (26th May). Beautiful song. My heart goes out to all who have lost a beautiful person x

[@dianebyron3832]

Absolutely the most meaningful song ever written!! So peaceful and comforting!!!

[@dennismcdonald4718]

This is one of my most favorite tunes of being 70 years on earth, perfection from the soul and heart.

[@Exoticathemuse]

I love the affect this song has on anybody, no matter the generation. I was born in 1993 and my parents would play this song and now it's apart of my life. I sing it to my daughter and her soon to be brother growing inside. The timeless beauty and meaning of this song is forever....

[@victoriamuendo7540]

Congratulations 🎉

[@Bob-ol3hl]

I’m not afraid to admit that I always cry my eyes out whenever I listen to this song.

[@TheStandardBearer]

Cry away, friend. 👍

[@reelheck]

me too genuinely

[@ElsaMae99]

me too

[@alisonshenton]

I CRY TO NEAR ENOUGH EVERY THING I LISTEN TO WHO EVER SAID IT'S WRONG TO CRY CAN'T GET MY HEAD AROUND THAT IT DOESN'T MATTER WHAT PEOPLE THINK I GAVE UP WORRYING A LONG TIME AGO❤️❤️🦋

[@angelicdarkvader6701]

The Dark Vader in me loathez to cry, which incidentally the Scorpio in me iz indifferent to tearz, for they can lie... However ; within this cold bitter heart am somewhat moved, despite my love for dark rainy dayz🖤

[@julieball9467]

Pretty dang sure I'm using this for Mother/Son dance at his upcoming wedding. I've called him Sunny his whole life, and this song from 1974 is special to me.

[@osvaldomanso4729]

Saudade Sucesso grande ❤

[@onecoolcat2478]

I'm 54 and still remember when I first heard this song. What woman wouldn't fall in love with the man who played this for her.

[@gordon2422]

One of the greatest songs of all time. The music is so beautiful. Heavenly.

[@msriddles66]

I sing this to my 7 month old grandbaby who I lovingly call my "Sunshine Girl". The other day I played it for her for the first time. She got totally still, stared into my eyes and I could clearly see the emotion in hers. It was one of the most precious moments I've shared with her. John is still playing my life's soundtrack... 🌞 ❤

[@user-hh4sl4vl2o]

I sing this to my daughter when she's upset. Works every time. Love John Denver.

[@kathymyers3092]

I saw John in concert..it was the best time I ever had. Singing,clapping, laughing..it was just fun.

[@aldeskie8595]

Moscow, Idaho ... the '70's ... the most beautiful daughter in the world would sit upon my shoulders and make me so happy. Quarter after quarter played this song time and time again as we ate pancakes together. The greatest time of my life.

[@kerstinstobbe608]

For ever and ever....John Denver !!!!!!!!!! My idol since I was 15 ...Sunshine on my shoulder...I heard this song in the 80 if I walked with Timmy my dog trough the forest .....wonderful..I never forget you John Henry Deutschendorf...From Germany Keki

[@tonycolar3547]

My mom sung this while i was young. I will never forget that song ,and will sing it to her in heaven.

[@jackitruelove7725]

I can play and sing every song he wrote. I remember once, playing this song, my father came up behind me. I didn't know he was there. I sung my heart out. When I turned around and saw him, he was kneeling and crying...miss my Daddy.

[@jasongreenblatt6068]

Incomparable! So many hits that will live on for so many decades. Is this your favorite?

[@brentstephens4081]

Lovely :)

[@julie-annhenderson3591]

😢🥰

[@flyoverland5697]

I read so many of these lovely comments about loss and love associated with a memory of this son, touched but without crying... Then I read yours, Jacki... Blessings in Christ's name upon you!

[@trinidadapodaca7027]

wow mustve been good

[@kathleen1419]

Rest in peace daddy ❤️❤️❤️

[@marykallmeyer5520]

One of the most beautiful songs written, so simple but a work of art, and NO ONE sings it like John Denver, few even try. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@tamraback7373]

There is such a wistful beauty to this piece. It is my favorite John Denver song. I especially love it during the month of February. I live in Utah where the sun doesn't make much of an appearance during that and the 3 previous months. It lifts my soul during a literal dark time in my life.

[@cherylolynick6435]

My mom died unexpectedly in 1975, and we had this song on John's greatest hits album. I played this song over and over. I loved the part "If I had a day to give to you...." It really had an important meaning to me and I still cry whenever I hear it.

[@tarmancrothers1220]

Dear Lord, If I ever die, please let me here this song as I go so that I have no fear....Also, give everyone the opportunity to feel the way I do when I hear this song at least once in their lives.

[@katalinajosephine4626]

Thank you

[@danahillis9475]

Jesus Christ would make you feel this way all the time

[@hbhattacharjee830]

My Father, my Sunshine 😢...miss you Dad. If I could give you a day to you I'd have given you a century just to make you happy as always 🙂❤

[@firesweep58]

This song made me cry uncontrollably when I was just a little boy.. no one knew why and I couldn't explain it to them. 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@dannya8614]

Life does not always explain itself :)

[@unbearifiedbear1885]

I did the same as a little boy - except the song (rather embarrassingly) was A Different Corner by George Michael 😂🤦‍♂️

[@ma797]

The melody is sad.

[@ma797]

Not embarrassing! I just found that song again recently and it’s sad as an adult too.

[@annerobards3078]

I get this💞

[@robwhiteley6823]

Rest In Peace John l will never forget taking my mum to your concert in sydney with my first pay ........ and watching her tears of joy....

[@lisalisgarciavillegas1178]

That is so beautiful!!! 🌹🌹🌹

[@vanhelsing1143]

I cried when I read this.... I never had the chance to do that with my mom....

[@sidharthvyas7870]

You're a great son Rob.

[@chrisshannon9633]

Rob Whiteley beautiful

[@rommelsislandlife7902]

This comment Makes me tear .My mom passed away so sudden and she was so loving and caring until she left at my age of 19.❤️

[@anitawatkins954]

One of the most beautiful songs ever . Rip. John.

[@saptefrati1600]

Amen.

[@Carolina.R.]

🙌🏼🙌🏽🙌🏻

[@edmundorodrigues97youtube]

Adoro ler os comentários,mas eu gostaria de ter acesso aos comentaristas

[@peacetoall1201]

John's "death" was a freemason hoax. Many celebrities fake their deaths. The freemasons love to "kill off" their puppets by their song lyrics ... John sang, "I'm Leaving On A Jet Plane" .. so ha ha, they faked his death in a fake plane crash. Faking their death is how celebrities retire .. or for various other reasons, but MANY celebrities fake their death.

[@lmdnh]

Yes. He have us so many beautiful songs. Eagle and the Hawk is another favorite.

[@GiuseppeCivitella-go5ih]

One of the greatest voices in the music industry.

[@billym835]

His music was pure and honest from the heart

[@ericawinfrey7432]

This music here cleanses the soul.

[@brendapeters9629]

+Erica Winfrey I needed to hear his voice tonight so beautiful

[@farmlandsecurity]

To much Metal, listen to John Denver