West Virginia University - On this day 50 years ago … John Denver released Country Roads! 💛💙 Since then, the song has captured hearts of people all over the world! 🌎 What's
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Co-Writer of 'Take Me Home, Country Roads' Dispels Myths Surrounding Song's Origins – NBC4 Washington
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John Denver "Take Me Home, Country Roads" Sheet Music in A Major (transposable) - Download & Print - SKU: MN0042930
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