: A concise, standard introduction to his most commercially successful work.

John Denver’s legendary discography is defined by folk-pop anthems and heartfelt ballads that celebrate nature and simple living. His commercial peak in the 1970s produced some of the most recognizable songs in American music history. The Core Essentials

(1974): A timeless romantic ballad written in just over ten minutes on a ski lift. Top Chart-Topping Hits

: Featuring backing vocals by Olivia Newton-John, this was one of his biggest hits during his mid-70s peak. Essential Albums for Collectors

(1971): His signature anthem, later adopted as a state song for West Virginia.

: A delicate look at heartbreak that reached #1 on the Hot 100 and Country charts in 1975.