He recorded and performed primarily with an acoustic guitar and sang about his joy in nature, his disdain for city life, his enthusiasm for music, and his relationship trials. Denver's music appeared on a variety of charts, including country music, the Billboard Hot 100, and adult contemporary, in all earning him twelve gold and four platinum albums with his signature songs "Take Me Home, Country Roads", "Annie's Song", "Rocky Mountain High", "Thank God I'm a Country Boy", and "Sunshine on My Shoulders".
Denver starred in films and several notable television specials in the 1970s and 1980s. He continued to record in the 1990s, also focusing on environmental issues by lending vocal support to space exploration and testifying in front of Congress in protest against censorship in music. He lived in Aspen, Colorado for much of his life and was known for his love of Colorado which he sang about numerous times. In 1974 Denver was named poet laureate of the state. The Colorado state legislature also adopted "Rocky Mountain High" as one of its two state songs in 2007. Denver was an avid pilot and died at the age of 53 in a single-fatality crash of his personal experimental aircraft.
For Baby
John Denver Lyrics
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I'll cling to the warmth of your hand
I'll do anything to keep you satisfied
I'll love you more than anybody can
And the wind will whisper your name to me
Little birds will sing along in time
Leaves will bow down when you walk by
I'll be there when you're feeling down
To kiss away the fears if you cry
I'll share with you all the happiness I've found
A reflection of the love in your eyes
And I'll sing you the songs of the rainbow
A whisper of the joy that is mine
And leaves will bow down when you walk by
And morning bells will chime
I'll walk in the rain by your side
I'll cling to the warmth of your tiny hand
I'll do anything to help you understand
And I'll love you more than anybody can
And the wind will whisper your name to me
Little birds will sing along in time
Leaves will bow down when you walk by
And morning bells will chime
The lyrics to John Denver's song For Baby evoke a sense of unwavering love and devotion. The song expresses a promise to always be there, come what may. The opening lines, "I'll walk in the rain by your side, I'll cling to the warmth of your hand," tells us that the singer is willing to face any challenge, no matter how difficult it may be, with the person they love. The lyrics also express a desire to keep the loved one happy and satisfied, "I'll do anything to keep you satisfied, I'll love you more than anybody can."
The chorus of the song, "And the wind will whisper your name to me, little birds will sing along in time, leaves will bow down when you walk by, and morning bells will chime," conveys a sense of magic and wonder. It seems that everything in the world is in harmony with the love shared by the couple. The wind, birds, leaves, and bells all seem to acknowledge and celebrate the love between them. The third verse offers comfort to the loved one in times of sadness, "I'll be there when you're feeling down, to kiss away the fears if you cry."
Line by Line Meaning
I'll walk in the rain by your side
I will be there for you even in the hardest moments, willingly accompanying you through rain and storm.
I'll cling to the warmth of your hand
I will hold your hand tightly, make you feel protected and loved, and keep you warm during the coldest days.
I'll do anything to keep you satisfied
I will go above and beyond to make you happy and content, fulfilling all your needs and desires.
I'll love you more than anybody can
My love for you knows no bounds, surpassing anyone else's love, and nothing will ever change that.
And the wind will whisper your name to me
The natural elements are aware of your importance to me, and even the wind carries your name to remind me of your presence.
Little birds will sing along in time
Even the birds recognize your beauty and worth, and they sing songs of joy to praise you in their own way.
Leaves will bow down when you walk by
The trees and leaves acknowledge your greatness and show their respect by bowing in your presence.
And morning bells will chime
The world celebrates your existence, and even the bells ring out in joy to mark the arrival of a new day with you in it.
I'll be there when you're feeling down
I will offer my support and comfort when you are going through tough times, and stand by you through thick and thin.
To kiss away the fears if you cry
I will wipe away your tears and kiss away your fears, giving you strength and courage to face whatever comes your way.
I'll share with you all the happiness I've found
I will share all my joys and triumphs with you, and make sure that you are a part of all the happiness that I experience.
A reflection of the love in your eyes
My love for you is a mirror of the love that I see in your eyes, and together, we build and nourish this beautiful bond of affection.
And I'll sing you the songs of the rainbow
I will fill your life with color and music, and sing to you the songs of the rainbow that symbolize our love and its glory.
A whisper of the joy that is mine
My happiness is intimately connected with yours, and your joy gives me a whisper of delight that amplifies the beauty of our love.
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Written by: John Denver
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Guardian Angel
My mother played her ukulele and sang this song to me when I was a little girl half a century ago๐
She passed away a month ago ๐ค๐ and this song wont leave my head, so I had to look it up.
My parents talk of John Denver that he was a good man, and that they saw him in concert.
I appreciate him for bringing joy to our family, and hope he's singing in heaven๐๐ฆโ๏ธ๐
Rebecca E.
He was great in concert my dad and family were lifelong fans saw him in california and colorado i would love to hear the ukelele version your mom played
frank jennings
This is the only song I ever learned to play on a guitar. I was in the Air Force in 74 when I met my future wife. I learned it while deployed on a friend's guitar. We have been married 43 yrs. now and it is still describes my wife to me.
Rebecca E.
Awesome
V Grof
RIP, John Denver. What a beautiful piece of music.
Lori Medford
I was a teenage single mom in 1977 and played this as I rocked my new baby in the middle of the night. I canโt listen to it without crying. John touched my soulโค๏ธ
The W Line
He touched all of our souls
Marylee Guertin
When my son was born, I wrote the words to this song down and put them in an envelope for.... whenever. That was 30 years ago. I can't listen to it without crying, either..... <3