The John Denver Back Home Again song was was released in 1974 as the title track ...watch the music video and see the written lyrics here...
The John Denver Back Home Again song was was released as the title track single from his album of the same name in 1974. This song was the first of three number ones on the country music chart where it stayed for a single week starting November 30, 1974.
This song is an ode to the comforts of home, the simple joys of life, and the deep connections we feel with the people and places that matter most. Released as the title track on his Back Home Again album, this song quickly became one of Denver’s most iconic works, resonating with listeners who appreciated its heartfelt lyrics and warm, acoustic sound.
Watch the live performance video and see the written lyrics below.
Denver wrote “Back Home Again” during a period of reflection and inspiration while he was living in Colorado. The song encapsulates his love for the mountains, the serenity of nature, and the grounding effect of being surrounded by loved ones. It paints a vivid picture of returning to a place where the heart feels at peace.
This song was written by John Denver.
There’s a storm across the valley, clouds are rolling in
The afternoon is heavy on your shoulders
There’s a truck out on the four lane, a mile or more away
The whining of his wheels just makes it colder
He’s an hour away from riding on your prayers up in the sky
And ten days on the road are barely gone
There’s a fire softly burning, supper’s on the stove
But it’s the light in your eyes that makes him warm
Hey, it’s good to be back home again
Sometimes this old farm feels like a long lost friend
Yes, and hey, it’s good to be back home again
There’s all the news to tell him, how’d you spend your time
And what’s the latest thing the neighbors say?
And your mother called last Friday, “Sunshine” made her cry
And you felt the baby move just yesterday
Hey, it’s good to be back home again
Sometimes this old farm feels like a long lost friend
Yes, and hey, it’s good to be back home again
Oh, the time that I can lay this tired old body down
And feel your fingers feather soft upon me
The kisses that I live for, the love that lights my way
The happiness that living with you brings me
It’s the sweetest thing I know of, just spending time with you
It’s the little things that make a house a home
Like a fire softly burning and supper on the stove
The light in your eyes that makes me warm
Hey, it’s good to be back home again
Sometimes this old farm feels like a long lost friend
Yes, and hey, it’s good to be back home again
Hey, it’s good to be back home again
Sometimes this old farm feels like a long lost friend
Yes, and hey, it’s good to be back home again
I said hey, it’s good to be back home again
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