Where Have All The Flowers Gone
Olivia Newton-John · Portraits: A Tribute To Great Women Of Song [2011]
Long time passing
Where have all the flowers gone
Long time ago
Where have all the flowers gone
Young girls pick them every one
When will they ever learn
When will they ever learn?
Where have all the young girls gone
Long time passing
Where have all the young girls gone
Gone to young men every one
When will they ever learn
When will they ever learn?
Where have all the young men gone
Long time passing
Where have all the young men gone
Long time ago
Where have all the young men gone
They are all in uniform
When will they ever learn
When will they ever learn?
Where have all the soilders gone
Long time passing
Where have all the soilders gone
Long time ago
Where have all the soilders gone
Gone to graveyards every one
When will they ever learn
When will they ever learn?
Where have all the graveyards gone
Long time passing
Where have all the graveyards gone
Long time ago
Where have all the graveyards gone
Covered with flowers every one
When will they ever learn
When will they ever learn?
Where Have All The Flowers Gone
Olivia Newton-John's rendition of 'Where Have All The Flowers Gone' appears on her 2011 tribute album, Portraits: A Tribute To Great Women Of Song. This recording honors the original folk classic by Paul Simon, which originally addressed environmental degradation and social injustice. Newton-John's version maintains the song's poignant message regarding the loss of natural beauty and community spirit, delivered with her signature clear vocal style. The track exemplifies her ability to reinterpret traditional material within her own artistic framework, showcasing her commitment to preserving the integrity of the original composition while infusing it with her distinctive musical voice. It stands as a testament to her enduring legacy as a vocalist who bridges the gap between folk storytelling and pop sensibilities.