Yellowstone, Coming Home
John Denver · Almost Heaven: John Denver's America (The Original Cast Recording) [2010]
Oh, the Yellowstone, Oh the buffalo free
Oh, my brother the wolf, my lover the moon
Oh, the little one, oh, the joy that I feel
Oh, the love in my heart, a wilderness song
Oh-ooo 0h-ooo oh-ooo oh-ooo
Oh, the waterfall, Oh the river that runs
Oh, my brother the wind, my sister the sea
Oh, the ocean shore, oh the castles of stone
Oh, the mountain top calling to me
Oh-ooo oh-ooo, oh-ooo oh-ooo
Returning, forever returning, coming home
Belonging, forever belonging, never alone
Oh, the mystery, Oh the dreaming of dreams
Oh, my brother my own, my sister my own
Oh, the tenderness, Oh, the longing for love
Oh, the beautiful way, the sweet coming home
Oh-ooo oh-ooo, oh-ooo oh-ooo
Oh-ooo oh-ooo, oh-ooo oh-ooo
Oh-ooo oh-ooo oh-ooo
Oh-ooo oh-ooo, oh-ooo -ooo
Yellowstone, Coming Home
John Denver's "Yellowstone, Coming Home" captures the enduring spirit of the American West, a theme central to his extensive discography. Featured on the 2010 cast recording for the musical Almost Heaven: John Denver's America, the track reflects Denver's deep connection to national landscapes and his ability to translate natural beauty into accessible pop and folk melodies. Throughout his career, Denver championed environmental awareness and the open road, often weaving these motifs into songs that resonated with listeners seeking a sense of place and return. This recording stands as a testament to his legacy, blending his signature acoustic style with the narrative scope of a theatrical production. The song invites audiences to reflect on the restorative power of nature, a recurring motif in his body of work that continues to define his musical identity.