John Denver: Taking a Lamentable Leap of Faith (But Not the Musical Kind)
John Denver, the man, the myth, the mustache! He crooned about Rocky Mountain highs, leaving us feeling all warm and fuzzy. But sadly, his own journey took a tragic turn in 1997. Let's take a closer look at how the "Sunshine on My Shoulders" singer met his untimely demise, with a healthy dose of respect and maybe a chuckle or two. (Because honestly, grief is heavy, but laughter is the best medicine, except for actual medicine, which is also pretty good.)
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So Long, Silver Plane: The Crash of '97
The Scene: A crisp October day in California. John Denver, ever the outdoorsman, is piloting his own personal aircraft, a fancy-dancy contraption known as a Long-EZ. This wasn't your average Boeing; think more "glorified lawnmower with wings."
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The Problem: Here's where things get a little dicey. Apparently, John may have underestimated the importance of, you know, having enough gas. (We've all been there, right? Except maybe not in a small plane over the ocean.)
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The Outcome: The Long-EZ, true to its name, went a little too Long with no EZ fuel. The inevitable happened: it sputtered, it coughed, and then it did a nosedive straight into Monterey Bay. Sadly, John was the only one on board, and the landing wasn't exactly what you'd call smooth.
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Farewell, John Denver: A Legacy That Lives On
John Denver's death was a huge blow to the music world. His songs about sunshine, mountains, and taking it easy were a balm for many. But even though the man himself is gone, his music continues to bring joy. So crank up your favorite John Denver tunes, pour yourself a glass of lemonade (because whiskey might make you a little too weepy for this story), and remember the man who made us all want to climb a mountain and yodel at the moon.
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How To: Mourn John Denver Like a Boss
- Dust off your old records. Time to break out the turntable and unleash those classic Denver jams.
- Head for the hills. There's no better way to pay homage to John than to commune with nature. Just be sure to pack some extra gas for your non-flying adventure.
- Grow a magnificent mustache. It's the ultimate tribute!
- Yodel from the rooftops. Let loose your inner John Denver and serenade the neighborhood. (Your neighbors may not appreciate it, but hey, it's the thought that counts.)
- Write a bad country song about it. John Denver would totally understand.
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