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.
No One
John Denver Lyrics
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About three weeks ago today
And I've been trying to find someone that I can talk to
A friendly face to turn my way
I walk these streets in silent sorrow
I walk my feet into the ground
And all I see are cloudy, cold, suspicious faces
Is there no one with a smile for me
No one with the hallo in their eyes
Is there no one who will love me
And help me through the dark and lonely night
The park's so green and full of flowers
and lovers lying on the lawn
I wish I had a lady here that I could laugh with
Sweet Jesus Christ, it hurts me so to be alone
Is there no one with a smile for me
No one with the hallo in their eyes
Is there no one who will love me
And help me through the cold and lonely night
Singing la la la la la la
Singing la la la la la la
This life is hard and full of trouble
It's painful just to live from day to day
But if you're weary and afraid don't turn away now
There's no reason why we have to feel this way
Is there no one who will smile for me
No one with the hallo in their eyes
Is there no one who will love me
And help me through the cold and lonely night
Singing la la la la la la
Singing la la la la la la
I just need someone to talk to
It hurts to be alone
I just need someone to laugh with
It hurts to be alone
I just want someone to love me
I need someone to talk to
And it hurts to be alone
Singing la la la la la la
Singing la la la la la la
Singing la la la la la la
Singing la la la la la
In John Denver's "No One," the singer laments his feelings of loneliness and isolation amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. He describes his search for a friendly face to connect with, but instead sees only "cloudy, cold, suspicious faces." He longs for someone to talk to, laugh with, and love, as the pain of being alone weighs heavy upon him. The singer seeks solace in the park, where he observes lovers lying on the lawn, wishing for a lady to share his experiences with. Despite the difficulties of life, he believes that there is no reason to feel so alone, and he implores others not to turn away from those who are weary and afraid.
The song captures the emotional struggles that many people experience in the modern age, particularly amidst the frenzied pace of urban living. The singer's quest for human connection is universal, and although he does not find what he is looking for, there remains a glimmer of hope that things can improve. The song also touches on themes of alienation and disillusionment with contemporary society, as the singer feels disconnected from the people around him and longs for a more authentic human experience.
Interestingly, "No One" was not released as a single, but it appears on John Denver's 1974 album "Back Home Again." The song was written solely by Denver himself, and it showcases his ability as a songwriter and performer to craft emotionally resonant material. "No One" is just one example of Denver's unique blend of folk, country, and pop sensibilities, which made him a beloved figure in American music during the 1970s and beyond.
Line by Line Meaning
I came into this lovely city
The singer arrived in the city recently
About three weeks ago today
The singer arrived exactly three weeks ago
And I've been trying to find someone that I can talk to
The singer is looking for someone to talk to
A friendly face to turn my way
The artist wants someone who is friendly
I walk these streets in silent sorrow
The artist is sad and walks alone on the streets
I walk my feet into the ground
The singer walks a lot
And all I see are cloudy, cold, suspicious faces
The singer encounters people who are not friendly or welcoming
I swear to God He brings me down
The artist feels that God is not helping them find anyone to talk to
Is there no one with a smile for me
The artist wonders why no one is friendly towards them
No one with the hallo in their eyes
The artist is looking for someone who has a kind or loving look in their eyes
Is there no one who will love me
The singer is feeling lonely and wants someone to love them
And help me through the dark and lonely night
The artist wants someone to support them through difficult times
The park's so green and full of flowers
The park is beautiful and full of nature
and lovers lying on the lawn
The singer sees couples spending time together
I wish I had a lady here that I could laugh with
The singer wants to spend time with a female and have a good time
Sweet Jesus Christ, it hurts me so to be alone
The artist feels intense pain because they are alone
This life is hard and full of trouble
The artist thinks life is difficult and challenging
It's painful just to live from day to day
The singer feels pain every day of their life
But if you're weary and afraid don't turn away now
The singer offers hope that people should not give up if they are struggling
There's no reason why we have to feel this way
The artist thinks there is no reason to feel lonely and sad
I just need someone to talk to
The artist needs someone to have a conversation with
It hurts to be alone
Being alone is painful for the artist
I just need someone to laugh with
The singer wants to share laughter with someone
I just want someone to love me
The artist desires love from another person
And it hurts to be alone
The singer feels pain because they are alone
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Written by: DOC POMUS, MORT SHUMAN
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