Rocky Mountain High
John Denver · 1972
37 min · 12 tracks · country · folk rock · traditional folk music
A celebration of nature’s beauty infused with warm melodies and heartfelt storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- celebration of nature's beauty steady progression through seasons warm melodies for reflection
- Context
- Released on September 15, 1972, 'Rocky Mountain High' was John Denver's fourth studio album and marked a pivotal moment in his career. Following the success of his previous album, 'Poems, Prayers & Promises,' this record further solidified his status as a leading voice in folk music, showcasing his evolution as both a songwriter and performer.
- If you like
- country, folk rock, traditional folk music
Rocky Mountain High is an album by John Denver, released in 1972. A celebration of nature’s beauty infused with warm melodies and heartfelt storytelling. 'Rocky Mountain High' is celebrated for its environmental themes and became an anthem for the state of Colorado, even leading to the song being designated as one of its official state songs. The album achieved commercial success, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Top LPs chart and receiving positive critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and melodic richness. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rocky Mountain High sound like?
A celebration of nature’s beauty infused with warm melodies and heartfelt storytelling. Rooted in country and folk rock.
What makes Rocky Mountain High by John Denver notable?
'Rocky Mountain High' is celebrated for its environmental themes and became an anthem for the state of Colorado, even leading to the song being designated as one of its official state songs. The album achieved commercial success, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Top LPs chart and receiving positive critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and melodic richness. Released on September 15, 1972, 'Rocky Mountain High' was John Denver's fourth studio album and marked a pivotal moment in his career. Following the success of his previous album, 'Poems, Prayers & Promises,' this record further solidified his status as a leading voice in folk music, showcasing his evolution as both a songwriter and performer.
Who is Rocky Mountain High for?
Rocky Mountain High works well if you're into celebration of nature's beauty, steady progression through seasons and warm melodies for reflection.
How many songs are on Rocky Mountain High?
Rocky Mountain High has 12 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Rocky Mountain High Standout 4:40
- 2 Mother Nature's Son 2:28
- 3 Paradise Standout 2:14
- 4 For Baby (For Bobbie) 2:58
- 5 Darcy Farrow Standout 4:23
- 6 Prisoners 3:39
- 7 Goodbye Again 3:39
- 8 Season Suite: Summer 2:51
- 9 Season Suite: Fall 1:37
- 10 Season Suite: Winter 1:35
- 11 Season Suite: Late Winter, Early Spring (When Everybody Goes To Mexico) 4:00
- 12 Season Suite: Spring 2:56
Release Date
September 15, 1972
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
37 min 7 sec
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