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Warren Zevon – Knocking On Heaven’s Door – 2003
By Don Bradshaw
November 25, 2024

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Originally penned by the legendary Bob Dylan, “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” first appeared on the soundtrack for the movie Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid (1973).

It’s a poignant ballad—a cosmic plea for peace and acceptance as life nears its end.

In 2003, Warren Zevon recorded his version of this timeless track for his album “The Wind.”

Here’s the twist: Zevon was battling inoperable lung cancer at the time. His voice carries both vulnerability and defiance.

As he sings, “Knock, knock, knockin’ on heaven’s door,” it’s like a conversation with fate itself.

Zevon’s rendition becomes a lament—a reflection on mortality, regrets, and the unknown beyond.
His raspy vocals, backed by haunting guitars, evoke a cosmic twilight—a moment suspended between worlds.

Shortly after the album’s release, Warren Zevon passed away, leaving behind this poignant farewell.
So, when you listen to Warren Zevon’s “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door,” imagine stardust settling on a guitar string—a cosmic conversation with eternity. 🌟🎶