Released 45 years ago this June
Some Days Are Diamonds
John Denver · 1981
36 min · 10 tracks · country · folk rock · traditional folk music
A reflective blend of folk and country that captures the bittersweet essence of life's fleeting moments.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic flow
- reflective listening moments
- bittersweet emotional undertones
- short, immersive tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Some Days Are Diamonds' was released in June 1981, John Denver was already an established artist, having achieved significant commercial success with hits like 'Take Me Home, Country Roads' and 'Annie's Song.' This album marked his transition into more introspective songwriting, following his earlier work that often celebrated nature and romance. At this point in his career, Denver was also navigating the complexities of fame while seeking a deeper connection to his music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Taylor· Jim Croce· Gordon Lightfoot
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Some Days Are Diamonds 4:02
- 2 Gravel on the Ground 2:29
- 3 San Francisco Mabel Joy 4:03
- 4 Sleepin' Alone 3:30
- 5 Easy, on Easy Street 3:22
- 6 The Cowboy and the Lady 4:39
- 7 Country Love 3:08
- 8 Till You Opened My Eyes 3:08
- 9 Wild Flowers in a Mason Jar 3:10
- 10 Boy From the Country 4:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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