The youngest child of Professor Brin Newton-John and Irene, daughter of Nobel Prize winning physicist, Max Born, Newton-John moved to Melbourne, Australia, with her family when she was five. By the age of fifteen, she had formed an all-girl group called Sol Four. Later that year she won a talent contest on the popular TV show, “Sing, Sing, Sing,” which earned her a trip to London. By 1963, Newton-John was appearing on local daytime TV shows and weekly pop music programs in Australia. She cut her first single for Decca Records in 1966, a version of Jackie DeShannon’s "Till You Say You’ll Be Mine." In 1971, she recorded a cover of Bob Dylan’s "If Not For You," co-produced by John Farrar, with whom she continued to collaborate.
Her 1973 U.S. album debut, "Let Me Be There," produced her first top ten single of the same name, with Newton-John being honored by the Academy Of Country Music as Most Promising Female Vocalist and a Grammy Award as Best Country Vocalist. This proved to be only the beginning of a very exciting career. Her countless successes include three more Grammys, numerous Country Music Awards, American Music Awards and Peoples Choice Awards, five 1 hits including “Physical,” which topped the charts for ten consecutive weeks, and 15 top 10 singles.
In 1978, her co-starring role with John Travolta in “Grease” catapulted Newton-John into super-stardom. This film led to the production of the most successful movie musical soundtrack in history, featuring the duets "You’re The One That I Want" and "Summer Nights," with Travolta, as well as her mega-hit, "Hopelessly Devoted To You." The film was re-released worldwide in 1998 in celebration of its 20th anniversary to even more acclaim, a true testament to the film’s timeless quality. Her other film credits include “Xanadu,” “Two Of A Kind,” “It’s My Party,” and “Sordid Lives.” She followed that success, by co-starring with her daughter, Chloe, in the Showtime movie, “The Wilde Girls.” Clearly following in her mother’s footsteps, Chloe has recently signed her first record label contract.
Newton-John appeal was boundless. With a career spanning more than three decades she was adored by fans across the world. Throughout her career, the much-loved star, who danced with Gene Kelly in “Xanadu,” hosted the popular internationally syndicated “Wild Life” television show, was bestowed an O.B.E. (Order Of The British Empire) by Queen Elizabeth in 1979, has held many humanitarian causes close to her heart, particularly since the birth of her daughter Chloe in 1986. She served as Goodwill Ambassador to the United Nations Environment Programme and in 1991, the Colette Chuda Environmental Fund/CHEC (Children’s Health Environ-mental Coalition) was founded after the tragic death of Chloe’s best friend from a rare childhood cancer, with Olivia serving as National Spokesperson for ten years. Newton-John’s devotion and shared commitment to CHEC’s mission and goals enabled the organization to receive worldwide attention and support. (For more information visit www.CHECnet.org.)
Her charmed life has not been without its share of upset. In the 90s, Newton-John successfully overcame her own battle with breast cancer, which inspired her self-penned and produced album, “GAIA,” her most personal album reflecting upon her experiences with cancer. She used these experiences to gain greater self-awareness and became a positive inspiration to millions of people battling cancer. As a breast cancer survivor, Newton-John became increasingly well known and respected for talking openly about her battle with breast cancer and for promoting public awareness of the importance of early detection. Her personal victory against cancer led her to announce her partnership with the Austin & Repatriation Medical Centre and the creation of the “Olivia Newton-John Cancer Centre” (ONJCC) on the Austin Campus in her hometown, Melbourne, Australia. The ONJCC will provide a comprehensive range of services and facilities for cancer treatment, education, training and research. (For more information visit www.armc.org.au.)
Newton-John was acknowledged many times by charitable and environmental organizations for her ongoing efforts, among them: the American Red Cross, the Environmental Media Association, the Women’s Guild of Cedar’s Sinai Medical Center, the Rainforest Alliance and Concept Cure. Olivia promotes breast health awareness and has introduced the “Olivia Breast Self-Exam Kit,” an aid to help women perform self-exams with more ease and confidence (www.liv.com).
In the 2000's, her interational recognition continued to grow. She was invited by the Vatican on behalf of Pope John Paul II to perform at the Jubilee Celebration for the Sick and Healthcare Workers. Olivia was thrilled to perform at the Opening Ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympics to an estimated global viewing audience of four billion people. Adding to this Olympic experience is what Olivia feels is one of her most memorable moments – the honor of carrying the Olympic Torch during the Olympic Torch Relay. Her passion for Australia was ignited again when Olivia reunited with friend and business partner, Pat Farrar, to promote the Koala Blue brand with distinctly Australian wines to proudly bring “the taste of Australia” to the rest of the world. Her healing spirit also led to the opening of the GAIA Retreat & Spa in her homeland of Australia (www.GaiaRetreat.com.au).
In 1999, her album, "Back With A Heart," garnered her an Emmy Award for her songwriting. In 2000/2001, Olivia released her only live album, "One Woman’s Live Journey," followed by “Magic - The Very Best of Olivia Newton-John,” which celebrated thirty years of recording. And if that wasn’t enough, she also released her first holiday album, “The Christmas Collection.” In 2002, a CD of duets simply titled, “2,” was recorded in Australia and features a host of talented Ozzies along with a couple of her American friends, followed by “Indigo: Women of Song,” a tribute to some of her favorite female performers.
The CD “Stronger Than Before,” release in 2005, features songs of inspiration, courage and hope that relate to the complex emotions cancer patients and their loved ones experience. A portion of the CD’s proceeds benefit cancer research.
Her recording, “Grace and Gratitude,” a CD for relaxation to promote spiritual balance and physical and emotional healing, was released in September 2006 and coincided with the launch of Newton-John's wellness products for women.
In 2002, Newton-John was inducted into the prestigious Australian Music Hall Of Fame at the 16th Annual Aria Awards. Her latest honors include receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award by friend John Travolta at the G’Day L.A. Ball in 2006.
Newton-John was also appointed as an Officer of the Order of Australia by the Queen for her “service to the entertainment industry as a singer and actor, and to the community through organizations supporting breast cancer treatment, education and training research, and the environment.”
Wesite www.OliviaNewton-John.com
Take Me Home Country Roads
Olivia Newton-John Lyrics
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To the place I belong
West Virginia,Mountain Mama
Take me home,country roads
Almost heaven,West Virginia
Blue Ridge Mountain,Shenandoe River
Life is old there,older than the trees
Growing like the 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
Mine is 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 morning
Now she calls me
The radio reminds me of my home far away
And driving down the road I get a feeling
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,country roads
The song "Take Me Home Country Roads" by Olivia Newton-John is a tribute to the beautiful state of West Virginia. The lyrics describe the singer's longing to return to her hometown nestled within the Blue Ridge mountains. The song begins with the chorus, "Country roads, take me home to the place I belong, West Virginia, mountain mama, take me home country roads", showcasing the singer's love for her home state. The verse goes on to describe the natural beauty of West Virginia, highlighting the Blue Ridge mountain range and the Shenandoah River. The singer reminisces about the simple yet beautiful life in West Virginia, referring to it as "almost heaven" and noting that life is "old there, older than the trees, younger than the mountains, growing like a breeze".
The second verse is more personal, as the singer talks about her own memories of West Virginia. She refers to it as "the place where all my memories gather around her", emphasizing the strong emotional connection she has to her hometown. She mentions her mother, referred to as "mine is lady, stranger to blue water", indicating that her mother is also deeply connected to this landlocked state. The third verse speaks about the singer's longing for her hometown, even when she is far away. She hears her mother's voice in the morning and feels a connection to her home that is difficult to describe. The chorus is repeated, highlighting the singer's desire to return home.
Line by Line Meaning
Country roads, take me home
I long to return to my hometown and the peaceful, simple life of rural America.
To the place I belong
I yearn to be where I feel a sense of belonging and familiarity.
West Virginia, Mountain Mama
I miss the beauty of the wild, mountainous terrain and the hospitality of the local people.
Take me home, country roads
Please, let me go back to the place where I feel at ease and free.
Almost heaven, West Virginia
The peaceful, natural beauty of West Virginia is as close to heaven as I've ever known.
Blue Ridge Mountain, Shenandoe River
The scenic landscapes of my childhood are forever etched in my mind and heart.
Life is old there, older than the trees
The traditions and ways of life in rural America are deeply rooted in history and time-honored values.
Younger than the mountains growing like the breeze
Although time moves forward, the spirit of the mountains and its people remain resilient and steadfast.
All my memories gather round her
My fondest memories are those of my hometown and the people who enriched my life there.
Mine is lady, stranger to blue water
While other places may be more glamorous, I feel a connection and loyalty to the land where I was raised.
Dark and dusty painted on the sky
The rugged, natural beauty of West Virginia is etched in my memory and soul, and I long to return.
Misty taste of moonshine, teardrop in my eye
My recollections are bittersweet, and I am moved to tears when I think of all that I've left behind.
I hear her voice in the morning, now she calls me
Even when I'm far away, the memory of my hometown is like a soft, comforting voice in my ear.
The radio reminds me of my home far away
When I listen to music from my childhood, I'm transported back to a simpler time and place.
And driving down the road I get a feeling
When I see the countryside from a car window, I can't help but feel the tug of nostalgia and longing.
That I should've been home yesterday, yesterday
I regret that I ever left my hometown, and I wish I could turn back time and stay.
Lyrics © Roba Music Verlag GMBH, BMG Rights Management, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: John Denver, Mary Catherine Danoff, Taffy Nivert Danoff, William Danoff
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Lyrics
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, Mountain Mama
Take me home, country roads
Almost heaven, West Virginia
Blue Ridge Mountain, Shenandoah River
Life is old there, older than the trees
Younger than the mountains
Growing like the 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
Mine is 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 morning
Now she calls me
The radio reminds me of my home far away
And driving down the road I get a feeling
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, country roads
There's should be a place in hell for the people who post song on youtube without the lyrics in the description box.
I'm a non native english speaker and sometimes it's difficult for me understand everything.
@motiguman
Almost heaven, West Virginia
Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoe River
Life is old there, older than the trees
Younger than the mountain
Growing like a breeze
まるで天国 ウェストバージニア
ブルーリッジ山脈 シェナンドー川
古からの暮らしがそこに
木々よりも古く 山よりも新しく
そよ風のように育まれている
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, Mountain Mamma
Take me home, country road
カントリーロード 故郷へ連れて行け
僕が居るべきあの場所に
ウェストバージニア 母なる山
故郷へ導け カントリーロード
All my memories gather round her
Miner's lady, stranger to blue water
Dark and dusty, painted on the sky
Misty taste the moonshine
Teardrop in my eye
思い出すのは
彼女（故郷の山々）の事ばかり
炭坑夫の淑女（パートナー）
青い海を見たことが無い
薄黒くくすんで
空に描かれたよう（に山が高い）
まるで淡いウィスキー（密造酒）の味わい
僕の目には涙
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, Mountain Mamma
Take me home, country road
カントリーロード 故郷へ連れて行け
僕が居るべきあの場所に
ウェストバージニア 母なる山
故郷へ導け カントリーロード
I hear her voice in the morning hour
she calls me
The radio reminds me
of my home far away
And driving down the road I get a feeling
That I should've been home yesterday
Yesterday
彼女の声が聞こえた 朝早くに
彼女は僕を呼んでいた
カーラジオを聞くと
遠くの故郷を思い出す
車を走らせながら思ったんだ
昨日にでも 故郷に帰るべきだった
昨日にでも
Country roads, take me home
To the place I belong
West Virginia, Mountain Mamma
Take me home, country road
カントリーロード 故郷へ連れて行け
僕が居るべきあの場所に
ウェストバージニア 母なる山
故郷へ導け カントリーロード
@LjMeleed
This song will always have such a special place in my heart. RIP Olivia Newton-John. Thank you for this beautiful cover.
@mikeslater1220
One of the few covers I really like
@YupIknowthatfeeling
Me too, I really love this song, take care 💕💕
@bamboo-kn6vv
Me too really from Sénégal 🙏🙏🙏
@Kikyolover9
Same here
@bamboo-kn6vv
@Kikyo thanks !
@alexanderangelo7284
Rest in Peace Olivia. 🙏
Thank you so much for the great memories and the incredible music!!
@user-tk3tt5ps5k
슬프다.고인의.명복을.빕니다
@CWb2006gl
Happy days 73, dad rescuing me from allergies to people drugging my mums food. I wish someone would take me away from this living hell living in this town, experiencing the same issues.
@chrissiedaines9620
One of my favourite songs from one of my favourite singers. So talented and a beautiful voice. RIP Olivia! God has taken you home. 🙏 xx