Take me home Country Roads
DENVER JOHN Lyrics
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Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River
Life is old there, older than the trees
Younger than the mountains, growin' like a breeze
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
All my memories gather 'round her
Miner's lady, stranger to blue water
Dark and dusty, painted on the sky
Misty taste of moonshine, teardrop in my eye
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads
I hear her voice in the mornin' hour, she calls me
The radio reminds me of my home far away
Drivin' down the road, I get a feelin'
That I should've been home yesterday, yesterday
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads
Take me home, (down) country roads
Take me home, (down) country roads
The lyrics of John Denver's song, "Take Me Home Country Roads," tell a story of nostalgia and longing for a simpler way of life. The first verse describes the beauty of West Virginia, where the singer believes that life is old and that it's roots run deep. The second line mentions the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah River, two important landmarks in the area. The third line says "Life is old there, older than the trees," meaning that the traditions and way of life in the mountains have been around for a long time. The fourth line says "Younger than the mountains, growin' like a breeze," indicating that despite the age of the culture, it is still vibrant and alive.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Country roads, take me home" several times, with the other lines reminding us where home is - West Virginia, where the mountains loom large, and the people work hard. The second verse reminisces about the singer's time in West Virginia, where he met "the miner's lady, stranger to blue water," and saw the "misty taste of moonshine" in the sky. He recalls the emotions he felt at the time, suggesting that he was moved by this simple way of life.
Overall, the song seems to be about the singer's longing for his roots and his desire to go back to his home state of West Virginia. It's a celebration of the natural beauty and traditions of the area, and a tribute to the people who call it home.
Line by Line Meaning
Almost heaven, West Virginia
West Virginia is like heaven, with its natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere.
Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River
West Virginia has beautiful blue mountains, and the Shenandoah River adds to the natural beauty.
Life is old there, older than the trees
The history of West Virginia is ancient, as old as the trees.
Younger than the mountains, growin' like a breeze
Although West Virginia is ancient, it is still growing and changing like the breeze.
Country roads, take me home
The peaceful and serene country roads of West Virginia make one feel at home.
To the place I belong
West Virginia is a place where people feel that they truly belong.
West Virginia, mountain mama
West Virginia's natural beauty, with its mountains and rivers, is like a nurturing mother.
All my memories gather 'round her
One's memories, both good and bad, revolve around West Virginia - a place that leaves a lasting impression.
Miner's lady, stranger to blue water
The people of West Virginia are tough and hardy, and the state has no access to the ocean or other large bodies of water.
Dark and dusty, painted on the sky
The sky in West Virginia seems to blend with the dusty earth, creating a sense of surrealism.
Misty taste of moonshine, teardrop in my eye
The moonshine, a type of illegal alcohol that originated in Appalachia, has a unique flavor, and its mention brings a tear to the eye.
I hear her voice in the mornin' hour, she calls me
West Virginia is a beloved place, and one can almost hear the state calling out in the early morning.
The radio reminds me of my home far away
Even when far away, the mention of West Virginia in the media can bring a sense of homesickness.
Drivin' down the road, I get a feelin'
While driving on the country roads of West Virginia, one can feel a sense of peace and joy.
That I should've been home yesterday, yesterday
The sense of belonging in West Virginia is so strong that one can feel as though they should have returned home sooner.
Take me home, (down) country roads
The artist longs to return to West Virginia and the peaceful country roads that will take them there.
Lyrics © Roba Music Verlag GMBH, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group, Chikili Tubbie Records, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bill Danoff, John Denver, Taffy Nivert Danoff
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Almost heaven, West Virginia
Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River
Life is old there, older than the trees
Younger than the mountains, growin' like a breeze
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads
All my memories gather 'round her
Miner's lady, stranger to blue water
Dark and dusty, painted on the sky
Misty taste of moonshine, teardrop in my eye
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads
I hear her voice in the mornin' hour, she calls me
The radio reminds me of my home far away
Drivin' down the road, I get a feelin'
That I should've been home yesterday, yesterday
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, mountain mama
Take me home, country roads
Take me home, (down) country roads
Take me home, (down) country roads
@joke_r3611
Who else just randomly gets the need that they have to listen to this song
@nancysaju8441
True bro. Because this legend heals all our problems. RIP John Denver
@nancyhill6715
I play this every day 4 my 92 yr old dad ..He loves it & so do I..We love our beaitiful state..We have hiked & camped these mtns since I was a child..& we r still camping, fishing, hiking.these beautiful hills we call home!
@amendez93
It definitely picks me up and puts me in a great mood every time.
@eleven-hopper
I've been listening to this song lately mostly because I've been dealing with some difficult people and listening to this immediately makes me feel better
@don-jx2xn
Every day
@AaCshShrestha
I've never been to America, but I miss West Virginia.
@ElPatron42069
As an American, I'm ashamed to say I haven't been there. So I must go now
@comedypolicehandsup5141
@@ElPatron42069 And as a brit, I think it's fair to say the closest thing we have to old WV is a little place you might not have heard of, we call it Scotland, more of a local legend than anything really.
@joefreeloader2747
Same