The Last Thing On My Mind - John Denver

[@maryshorrocks1148]

One day I may be able to listen to this without crying- but I doubt it (and hope not) !!!❤😢

[@thl.e]

Most beautiful voice and words!

[@rogerd9150]

I've been a JD fan since he started (in fact John's dad was my dad's commanding officer at Carswell Air Force Base back in the early '60's) but I have NEVER heard him sing this one. What a hidden gem.

[@coradoonan1231]

We are very fortunate we can listen to John's beautiful songs. He was a unique and an amazing talent. Sleep well John and thank u for ur beautiful music. ❤❤❤

[@coradoonan1231]

Beautiful song, thank u John.

[@orangeapples3]

Love John Denver. He was one of God‘s gifts to us all.

[@marilynnwilson8449]

Have been a fan since 1969. I was driving home & heard this song on the radio about the Rocky Mountains, which I have always loved! Couldn’t wait to get home & tell my hubby I heard this guy on the radio singing about the Rocky Mountains! Have all his recorded songs! Saw him perform in Tulsa twice & met him! Used his music for staff meetings at the camp which we directed. I’ve been to Aspen & I’m thankful for his heart, for his generosity, & for his music! Nothing like it before or since!

[@ronmartin501]

John Denver was my late husband most favourite singer and he played him constantly on Utube and CD's in the car. Since his death a year ago I have constantly played his music and it has been a comfort and helped me to feel closer to him. His words are beautiful and I have come to the realisation there weas noboby else like him. Linda Martin

[@jeffklayman2072]

Linda...all of us who shared and loved Denver's music share a common bond in our appreciation of his talent.

[@ronmartin501]

@@jeffklayman2072 Ron requested that "The Wings that Fly Is Home" be played at his funeral. I had never heard of it and the words are so beautiful

[@mntns2014]

He was never given the credit he deserved for his guitar playing skills. One of the best.

[@timsmoker6697]

Saw John do this at Red Rock will never forget the crowd dead silent till the last note fell then a standing ovation. Chills on chills.🙏

[@elizabethcanales7170]

It's a very rare talent to bring thousands of people to a standstill. To hang on every note and be immersed in the beauty of the music. JD was blessed with a voice that cut right through to your heart and soul. I was fortunate enough to see him in concert a number of times.

[@patthrasher7042]

This is a hymn to every failed relationship.

[@mohamedabdulhaq3589]

Ahh but this is beautiful... Really tugs at the heartstrings. Can only be John Denver... Great heartfelt interpretation... Unforgettable!

[@shirleyroach9327]

😢 John will never be forgotten.

[@susanmackert4264]

I listen to his music nearly daily. He was a good man.

[@marilynnwilson8449]

Yup! CD in my car now! Hit play as soon as I get in!

[@estelleadamski308]

Beautiful voice & beautiful song! They both will live forever in American legend.

[@lindaclark7032]

I really miss him.He was a great singer. I am a Colorado native.

[@frankabney6000]

My God.... how beautiful. I'm 65 now and this song brought me to tears... Been loving John and his music for SO MANY years since the early 70's...

[@idratherbeinwdw]

John didn't write this, but his version is awesome

[@gracechan5562]

He lives on in each of us who loves John...❤❤❤ forever JD

[@debrapaulino918]

❤💯

[@campbellarmstrong2134]

I am 73 years old. Still listening to his wonderful music here in Auckland, New Zealand. RIP John - you were a joy to the world.

[@forestchild23]

This is surely the best version ever of this beautiful song. He is so sincere, almost sounds as though he is singing about a personal experience .

[@davidrobinson7422]

Such pain and sorrow in each note and phrase. Would that he was with us, appreciated for what his music meant to so many ~

[@joshuapecdasen832]

His soft voice has touched many lives and still continues to do even though he's physically gone. oh, dear john, such a blessed soul.

[@bethb7965]

One of the songs my dad used to sing and play on his guitar... he taught me to play when I was in my early teens. We both would sing and play together. He left us September 2017 at 93... miss you Daddy....

[@mdeysenroth]

I have never heard John Denver sing this. Just beautiful!

[@patriciapalmer3899]

I think of myself (ok…I know I’m not the only one, but I really believe this) as John’s biggest fan, but I’ve never heard this either! Is it from an album? Clearly I missed something. 😅 In any case, John, I’ll miss and love you forever. 🌹🙏🏻❤️☮️

[@pctan3110]

I came to John's version from Tom Paxton - the songwriter.

[@zillagrl24]

​@@patriciapalmer3899 Look up John Denver Skip Weshner on KZbin, it is from a radio show you can listen to on here for free!

[@ruthmcghie5620]

I saw John Denver when he came to Australia, his concert was the best ever I have ever been too..really miss him .💕

[@wolfdietrichhabermann6033]

I love him and his wonderful songs, sung by his great voice! I think, we all miss you John. But I believe we will see us one day again!RIP! I will never forget your songs!❤❤❤

[@thomasmcardle9575]

RIP John Denver... beautiful songs... beautiful man♥️💐

[@lindylindex5]

Awsome song… i have played this song over and over its such a well written song that just brings u back to the 80’s

[@gborn70]

The talent of John Denver will not soon be seen again. Relish what he left us.

[@jennywren7822]

I've just found this, he could sing and play anything. What a human being. RIP... Thank you for this.....

[@charlenest.peterjohnson971]

Love John denver and his voice is beautiful. Gone to soon. 😢

[@karenjordan5121]

John Denver was a very Sensitive man. I love his music, it's always relevant & relaxing. Love you John!

[@JojoHodgson]

Gone but never forgotten. Love remains always in the heart

[@jamesbryan4718]

This is so tender and young and innocent brings tears to my eyes.

[@patriciascow8328]

John you were my hero and still to this day your loved by so many were are you when we need you now with your special mind your projects are needed now more then ever I love you ❤ gone but not forever forgotten. 💯❤️💜🙏

[@carolynnaayem6251]

Beautiful voice, soft an full of emotion. I have tears in my eyes. He is gone but never will be forgotten!

[@myboibill]

I forget what a talent he was and then I stumble on this.I miss John Denver. God blest you

[@treza2421]

John you stole my heart many years ago. Still love you and cherish your music. Rest in peace my hero

[@gloriaertel2463]

Loving this beautiful song on this evening with John Denver...……….His voice is oh so soothing...…...

[@lindylindex5]

My dad used to sing this to me when i was young…him and his guitar… ohhh how i wish i could have 2 more days or even hours…i love u dad

[@PeggyMcQuay]

Wow!! This is so BEAUTIFUL!!! ❤❤❤❤💕💕🎵🎤🎸🎧👍👍 (We miss you, John!! 😭💔🙏)

[@RobertLBarnard]

These comments are tender and beautiful. JD can still touch us and brought out the best parts. This reminds me of my parent's leaving Earth.

[@lizdrouin1104]

Such passion and emotion in his sweet voice....

[@poetcomic1]

Denver is like Karen Carpenter and a few other singers who have preciously unique voices that impart a personal stamp to whatever they sing. This isn't 'better' than the Tom Paxton original, it is lovely because it is John Denver's voice singing it.

[@michaelmitchell5380]

One the most beautiful American songs ever written.

[@willemfick6248]

Beautiful, so many fond memories from the '70's. RIP John, always in my mind.

[@daisie222]

That was amazing! RIP Mr. D.

[@oungkarmaharaj5860]

He was undoubtedly a gift to mankind. He did bring sunshine on our shoulders.

[@sebastiandakin9]

Yes, he truly did. Nicely put.

[@missopinionated1976]

What a beautiful rendition of that beautiful song. I have always loved John singing folk songs - he was a true minstrel. Thanks for sharing.

[@jnwd1723]

I sure miss John and his spirit....a very sensitive and thoughtful man who did so many wonderful things for this world.

[@gloriaertel2463]

amen.....

[@banjoist123]

I wonder if Tom Paxton ever thought this many people would cover this song. Beautiful.

[@redrobbin.2439]

A beautiful soul inside and out.

[@gloriaertel5964]

4 yrs later....my friend, jn wd, the feelings are ever stronger every day...10/18/20......God Bless You 'John Denver'..........RIP....my dear friend....LOVE>>>LOVE>>>LOVE...FOREVER..

[@markwyatt8702]

John Denver sang like an angel. How fortunate for all he touch with his music. Thanks Caroline for spreading the joy.

[@gloriaertel2463]

amen..

[@austinsouthward7208]

John left us to early

[@lindaclark2048]

I am crying, so beautiful

[@dianejolicoeur8600]

GOD BLESS JOHN DENVER AND HIS BEAUTIFUL CONTRIBUTION TO HEALING BODY.MIND, & SOUL WITH HIS MUSIC....

[@audreysmith834]

You left us, John, with no sign of farewell but there was more than a trace left behind!! Bless you. ❤️

[@paulrainford2462]

Wow! As a huge John Denver fan, I have never heard this before.

[@lindaclark2048]

I have not heard it either

[@terriwright1]

John was and is the greatest singer of this generation. I loved him, his music and the life he lived. It was just so short. His music is a gift that always gives. He has shaped many memories in my life, my first boyfriend and I discovered him together. He passed in 2005. This so reminds me of him. His name is John too. Love you John both of you.

[@tedgikonyo]

Beauty of moments spent with heartfelt music like this.....nostalgic bliss.

[@candynichols5644]

The true vibes of John Denver and his music -- sincere, always the sadness, a search for prolonged happiness that he never found, long lasting.

[@johnwen8205]

John Denver now really understands a HKUST graduate namely Chow Man Kuen Tracy....... wherefore and why?John Wenver

[@Melindaeeyore1966]

Beautiful music. I miss that man!

[@johnconnelly3776]

Such innocence and tender joy! Thanks John

[@shawnweston4741]

He will always be remembered for his gentle mellow songs.rest in peace John.

[@sarahmasanda5609]

❤❤❤first time i heard John Denver's version thank you for the upload the guitar is just the best

[@bettymartin3817]

Thank you for sharing John Denver singing...we lost him too soon

[@likable72]

farewell thee mr. John Denver. you're one of man heroes.

[@gloriaertel5964]

Great song and voice John Denver forever........Wonderful photos...God Bless and RIP my friend..3/29/20

[@gloriaertel2463]

Beautiful pictures......Handsome man, John Denver...Love. Love.,,Love…..Beauiful song...

[@gloriaertel2463]

Precious John Denver...…..Am still listening to his voice every day.....11/27/19

[@carolcountryman1889]

Me too...2022

[@Gerwin_Deenen]

2023 now and been listening since birth really, 1977, grew up with it ❤

[@francisalanwormald6328]

A FIND FOR ME AT 85....I WILL NOW SEEK THE LYRICS...I GOT ENOUGH TO BE QUITE MOVED.

[@bettymartin3817]

Will always love and miss him

[@gloriaertel2463]

Awesome photo collection of John Denver...nice..nice..nice

[@tommy92tulipano]

John's smile at 2:00 make me see how much loved life and how the littlest thing made him happy. Thanks for this video. Regards

[@818taxman]

WOW WOW WOW!! - What a great find for a song I know so well and never heard John sing. Same as so many that I thought I heard all his songs. Almost like a new song, well at least it is for me. Miss you John, the world is so less beautiful without you.

[@誌詠]

It's a lesson too late for the learning Made of sand, made of sand In the wink of an eye my soul is turning In your hand, in your hand Are you going away with no word of farewell Will there be not a trace left behind I could have loved you better, didn't mean to be unkind You know that was the last thing on my mind As I lie in my bed every morning Without you, without you Each song in my heart dies aborning Without you, without you Are you going away with no word of farewell Will there be not a trace left behind I could have loved you better, didn't mean to be unkind You know that was the last thing on my mind You've got reasons a-plenty for going This I know, this I know For the weeds have been steadily growing Please don't go, please don't go Are you going away with no word of farewell Will there be not a trace left behind I could have loved you much better, didn't mean to be unkind You know that was the last thing on my mind Are you going away with no word of farewell Will there be not a trace left behind I could have loved you much better, didn't mean to be unkind You know that was the last thing on my mind

[@KitMcLellan]

So lovely...never heard him sing this before. Miss him so much.

[@hoteltivoliinfo9968]

Happy Birthday John. Most beautiful rendition of this gorgeous tune. RIP Angel.

[@nemqueteba3139]

¡Qué hallazgo tan bueno! ¡Muy hermoso! Saludos desde Valdivia.

[@johndenvertributeartists4901]

Me alegroque te haya gustado !! Saludos

[@ladyanne8139]

How BEAUTUFUL was John's voice ..remains w.me in his songs. This is so lovely. 💖💖💖💖💖💖💋😭not going away No. No. No...

[@ladyanne8139]

💗💗💗💗💗💖💓♥💗💗💞💞💞YOU.

[@AirGunVic]

Such a great song! It's no wonder so many great artists wanted to do it!

[@idratherbeinwdw]

I read Neil Diamond wishes he wrote it. I like Neil's version, but prefer Tom Paxton's original and this one by John D.

[@AirGunVic]

​@@idratherbeinwdwI first heard a version of this song by Jose Feliciano. I was blown away! Yes, Tom Paxton's version is the best.

[@wolf4555]

Beautiful. Loved him. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@CaroJDfan]

From Bandersnatch Coffeehouse, Denison University, Granville, Ohio, 15th March 1969 and from The Skip Weshner Show, KRHM-FM, Los Angeles, California, 23rd March 1970. John never recorded it. Enjoy the event at the Pacific Grove!!! -- Thanks and glad you enjoyed the video.

[@judycoleman2005]

I’ve just listened to John sing this hauntingly beautiful song for the very first time and I’m crying uncontrollably, thank you for sharing 💓

[@amandameunier4157]

Yes his voice sounds younger here..he.always had such a range and strong vocal quality ..so beautiful and tender.

[@richardcrookston]

I'm 12 and I love John Denver

[@CaroJDfan]

Richard Crookston Glad you like John Denver, he was a very good musician and a great man.

[@janewilkes5615]

Love this. Such a sweet sad song in his young voice.

[@gloriaertel2463]

Wow! Love John Denver......miss him sooo much...RIP

[@jeannedresden5696]

Me too !

[@henriettahenson]

Me too 🙏🏼💕

[@blkwolf1017]

Never heard John sing this before,,,it's awesome!

[@CaroJDfan]

+Dan King Very glad you had enjoyed this beautiful song

[@razback8661]

Dan, I agree. I've never heard John sing like this before because he usually sings a song much better.

[@hussnfussel1771]

Neither have i. But i wonder if he ever made a song that went no where. Everything his voice touches is beautiful.

[@candynichols5644]

Denver believed in Spirit and completely in the Native American Legend.

[@maranathagape]

candy nichols & et al; It always really surprised me, despite the blonde hair, that John's ethnic background was totally Germanic - if you compare his facial features to those of many of Native American heritage, you'll note the high, prominent cheekbones, the close-set eyes, the squared jaw, somewhat thin lips... those soulfully-deep chestnut eyes... Man! Change the hair color and skintone, you'd be hard-pressed to get any closer! No, sadly, I don't believe that John was a Christian (born-again, etc.). He certainly did honor his son Zak's part-Native heritage, as well as daughter Anna Kate's Asian heritage. That said, I know from his own words that he -did- believe in a Divine Being, ie:God, just not in religion or the tenets of any particular Christian denomination (although he had attended Presbyterian churches from time to time and his Mennonite ancestors certainly had an influence on him as well). He saw religion and religious practices (in the main) as ways of dividing people from each other and, as anyone knows, John was all about unity and bridging (or even breaking down) those barriers. He spoke often of his lifelong, intensely spiritual relationship with the natural world; referring to various things as being his/our "mother", "father", "brother", "sister"; and his sense of family with all people, all living beings, everywhere. He firmly believed that by going beyond those "artificial" barriers - of ethnicity, religion, political and philosophical ideologies, etc. - that people all around the world could overcome all of that and, by working together, eliminate the scourges of hunger, war and destruction of the natural environment. His belief in these ideals came from a place deep within, a place he could only really share through his music & with his audiences; compared to his difficulties in his interpersonal communication with those closest to him. John Denver is the epitome of the artistic "great soul", ever fated to be held in such great esteem by the masses, who struggled so mightily to express his feelings to those most dear to him but often failed in that, miserably. ***Sorry for long reply - I tend to get that way when talking about El Mæstro!

[@barrysmith1929]

i thought i had heard every note and word uttered from john during his life but i was wrong, and im glad i can add this gem to my collection thanks. he has brought me so much pleasure over the years during his life and im sure his wonderful music will continue to do so for many years to come. he is still here in spirit.

[@SharonBendtsen]

This is my favorite version of this song

[@kathnh6795]

You can hear how young he was when he recorded this. It was probably just following his time with the New Christie Minstries. He sounds like a folk singer. What a talented man he was!

[@annmiller2760]

Beautiful!

[@loriburke7856]

John Denver is a legend. Thank you for your voice and performances. I'm going to give a great big cry now cos I loved you and your beautiful voice.

[@TheDwalker59]

If you like this song, do yourself a favor; listen to the song, picture the person you love above all else. Now imagine the person you love has passed away unexpectedly. Now, because you still can, go share what's in your heart with that person. Tom Paxton didn't write, and countless artists didn't perform this for the sake of debate, but to touch people and lives...put it to good use. My wife really liked John Denver and this song.

[@johndenvertributeartists4901]

+Dean Walker Who wrote the song?

[@whoisjgalt4258]

Tom Paxton.

[@luxmifrei9759]

Dean Walker I agree with you, some people should stop making these annoying comments, and keep it to themselves. 😔

[@spatzunderberlin8632]

thanks for your komment, it is very true ... a few years ago i met a friend of John Denver when They were yung, and the friend told me that they were together by Boy Scouts and he learn several Songs from John. Ist so sadly, so I better go to End this words now ... All the best to all guys who like John an his Musik ... Thanks

[@misswatanabe]

Thank you, Dean, for your thoughtful, beautiful words...

[@bobleroe3859]

Wish this was on CD, along with other Denver rarities.

[@gracegorman642]

Wow! What a find! This is as good as, if not better than, Tom Paxton's own recording. So heartfelt and passionate.

[@lardo444]

I agree 100%. Paxtons version sounds too upbeat and without feeling. Denvers voice even cracks in a few places as it would if your love left, without a farewell, and no trace of them left behind. Oh man, so sad.

[@DeltaDusk125]

The song is originally by Tom Paxton. Very nice cover by John Denver - simple, sincere, and touching.

[@abdesakib4424]

Thanks for the name man.

[@carlrosenzweig1867]

I much prefer the original, but it's still nice. And I do like John Denver.

[@colinmorton8802]

thank you tom for writing this song,its for john and annie god bless them both xx

[@BarryPostings21]

Love this song, Thank You Carolina...

[@khappy1286]

He had perfect pitch and tone. And control. Rare.

[@suzannelawson9215]

And a songwriter of so many great songs.

[@folkmusicgirl]

As Dan King commented, I also had never heard John sing this song. It's a song I have loved for a long time and John does a beautiful heartfelt cover. Vocals are just outstanding and so much feeling put into the way he sings it and lovely arrangement.

[@TheCarmac3]

Just beautiful

[@gloriaertel2463]

Listening to his most awesome voice...…...every day...…..love john denver forever...lov..love..love…..7/19/19

[@katherinecollingwood7303]

a beautiful voice singing a beautiful song, definitely the best version of this song ever