John Denver's song "The Twelve Days of Christmas" is a rendition of the popular Christmas carol with his own touch. The song follows the traditional structure of the original carol, where each day adds a new gift to the list. However, Denver's version incorporates his personal storytelling style. The song starts with the gift of a partridge in a pear tree on the first day, just like in the original carol. On the second day, two turtle doves are added, accompanied by the partridge. This pattern continues, with each subsequent day adding a new gift while retaining all the gifts from the previous days. Throughout the song, Denver sings about the gifts that his true love gives him over the twelve days leading up to Christmas. These gifts include birds such as French hens, calling birds, swans, geese, and even a partridge. Additionally, golden rings are added to the gift list on the fifth day. The song is essentially a fun and lighthearted way of celebrating the season of Christmas. Each verse builds upon the previous, creating a cumulative effect as the list of gifts grows longer. It showcases the generosity and love that Denver's true love symbolizes, making it a joyful and festive tune. In John Denver's rendition, the song maintains the structure and concept of the original carol while incorporating his signature folk-country style and warm vocals. The song captures the spirit of Christmas and highlights the joy of receiving gifts from a loved one during this special time of year.
