Flashback Friday: Sunshine On My Shoulders

 

 

 

 Originally written for his 1971 album, "Poems, Prayers, & Promises" John Denver's
 iconic song, "Sunshine On My Shoulders" was released as a single in May, 1973
and became one of the most memorable songs of the decade.

 The song began receiving significant air play on Adult Contemporary radio 
stations at a time in America when the Vietnam War was ending, and reached 
 the Number One slot on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart in early 1974.

Cash Box called the song, "A soft, tender ballad equal to the task and the
pretty lyrics come shining through as a result.  A good remedy for relaxation
in these troubled times."   And for these troubled times in our nation today.

  

Sunshine On My Shoulders
(1973)
John Denver