Released in June 1981, Some Days Are Diamonds features John Denver blending gentle country-folk songwriting with polished early-’80s production. The album includes the hit title track “Some Days Are Diamonds (Some Days Are Stone),” one of Denver’s most memorable later-career singles, along with “The Cowboy and the Lady.” Reflecting both optimism and introspection, the record highlights Denver’s warm vocals and melodic storytelling during his transition into the new decade.