Who is annie from john denver's

annie's song?

John Denver’s Story

John Denver’s Story

As the son of an Air Force pilot, he spent his early childhood moving around a lot with his family. At age 11, while the family was stationed in Tucson, Arizona, John received his first guitar, previously owned by his grandmother. He began taking guitar lessons and also joined the Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus.

Following His Heart

Following His Heart

In 1963, at the age of 20, John dropped out of college and moved to Los Angeles to follow his true passion. His first taste of playing music professionally was as the lead singer in The Mitchell Trio. The trio recorded three albums over two years. During this time, John developed his songwriting style and singing technique.

Taking Off

Taking Off

By the early 70s, John Denver had solidified his role as a popular solo artist. Songs such as Rocky Mountain High, Annie’s Song, and Sunshine on My Shoulders topped the music charts. He also incorporated environmental, social, and political activism into his music. John’s TV performances during the mid-70s also gained him recognition, including his 1975 Rocky Mountain Christmas special. He even won an Emmy Award in 1975 for his concert special An Evening With John Denver.

Why Is It Called Annie’s Song?

Why Is It Called Annie’s Song?

John named the song after his first wife, Annie Martell. In 1974, after seven years of marriage, they had a brief separation and nearly divorced. After they reunited, John wrote this beautiful love song in all of 10 minutes while on a ski lift near their home in Aspen.

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