Cyndi Lauper, Annie Lennox, Angélique Kidjo and more performing Big Yellow Taxi

[@noemiybarra2835]

Dearest Brandi Carlisle, thank you so so so MUCH for helping Joni return to the public. We love her and we love you!

[@karenhenning5319]

That is lovely. I love all of you too.

[@karenhenning5319]

Who is brandi?

[@karenhenning5319]

Is she blonde and...gorgeous 😅

[@noemiybarra2835]

Brandi is the one who takes the microphone to Joni.

[@carlossegura9366]

Brandi helps her???? 😂 Joni is a living LEGEND. She don’t need help.

[@AndreinaGarban]

This is such a gem: Annie Lennox opening with her powerful voice, then the delightful eclectic talent of Cyndi Lauper, the colorful and sultry voice of Angélique Kidjo, the devotion and unconditional loving of Brandi Carlile and the cherry on the top: Joni Mitchel at the end! WHAT A LOVEFEST! What a joy!

[@allanrodriguez3156]

I loved watching. But who were they honoring with this rendition?

[@kurtfelix1412]

​@@allanrodriguez3156 Joni Mitchell. The woman in the audience who ended the song

[@kurtfelix1412]

So you just skipped over Ledisi

[@rarabarak825]

@@kurtfelix1412 it's amazing how they just glossed over my girl Ledisi

[@kurtfelix1412]

@@rarabarak825 ikr? SMH

[@cynthiaturcotte9280]

Anyone else sitting in front of your screens w/ an ear to ear grin listening to this? So many amazing ladies paying tribute to another amazing lady!

[@n.h.k.7039]

I m so happy to see Angélique Kidjo growing on the international scene. I grew up with her songs in Africa

[@importantverbs]

That’s so cool!! Music really is the language of the world!!

[@paulkenneally789]

She is very popular in England and appeared at the prestigious Proms for Africa a couple of years ago.

[@NancyR3454]

She’s amazing!

[@michaelmaps2004]

She has been on the international scene for a very long time now

[@synewparadigm]

I saw her in Togo 25 years ago and she already then had a fantastic style.

[@MohaniNiza]

So happy for Joni receiving all the applause, love and tributes!

[@danielkoher1944]

So well Deserved! For all of us that saw Downtown, USA 🇺🇸 Go down!

[@ThePoochCoach]

😍 And the sheer joy on Brandi Carlile‘s face after Joni sang the last line of the song was so amazing! What a great group of women!

[@aekelly]

She really adores Joni. 🩷

[@DMJ-01]

May I ask to tell me Joni’s full name for me to search who she is? Thanks

[@aekelly]

@@DMJ-01 Joni Mitchell

[@ThePoochCoach]

@@DMJ-01 Joni Mitchell??

[@Misty-dr4mb]

When you stumble on something you didn’t know you needed. A Joyful celebration of an icon and all wonderful female performers in their own right ✨

[@rickfigueiredo9764]

Gosh what a great line for a song! Gonna use it

[@dchristie455]

Cyndi Lauper 👍👍and Annie Lennox 👍👍.

[@garyschneider8829]

And Brandi Carlisle too All Amazing.. What a Tribute Gershwin award ceremony Why was Joni not awarded this Year's ago.

[@emilywickler8871]

Who's the two ladies dressed alike?

[@TheColdrush22]

They were fine, but give me a break. Angelique Kidjo, Brandi and Ledisi can actually still sing with precision. Incredible.

[@jackwesterland5913]

​@@emilywickler8871They are Lucius

[@PedroSilvero]

Two legends

[@Gearhead6971]

You made an old man cry! Honor is in short supply these days, beautiful to see that are still a few that understand!

[@kelleyjohnson9744]

Yessir. Me too.

[@rickfigueiredo9764]

Joni is a living legend! 🥰

[@demitristsobanopoulos1473]

Oh my goodness! Cyndi and Annie. What a treat! ❤

[@DirtyMerkin]

Washed up old irrelevant dribblers.

[@kaoutermouslimhaliba7145]

Loved the performance ,but the last ,last bit was the cherry on top, ngl. That was a moment!!

[@rachelcritchley805]

Most joyful thing I've seen in ages!

[@ageordieboy]

Oh my God. Joni finishing off the last line of that performance was EVERYTHING 😊😊😊

[@readinzession1308]

ORIGINAL OLD SCHOOL LEGENDS, BREATH OF FRESH EVERY DROP FROM THE PAST...GOOD OLE DAYS

[@kellysmom9773]

When singers of every genre can perform a song and make it sound great, that is great songwriting! The joy on Joni Mitchell's face is priceless. Beautifully done!

[@candygram4435]

I love seeing Brandi jump up and down in her joy!

[@ianwhiddett3040]

Cyndi Lauper made her part a lot of fun. I've replayed it quite a few times. Great tribute to one of the greatest ladies of the canyon.

[@giggles7179]

I'm a professional drag queen and a few years back I was invited to perform as Joni Mitchell at an annual charity event that recreates _The Last Waltz_ with area musicians each taking turns as the stars. I was beyond honored accept the offer as I know the profound influence she and her music has had on the world. In just this video alone - how could one room hold _that much_ fabulosity? And that ending?! Pure euphoria - I cheered even though I'm sitting in my kitchen and watching it on KZbin.

[@MLM68]

God bless you honey

[@tomwestbrook]

Congrats girl!

[@efrenlomas6844]

Necesito más de cyndi y Annie juntas. Son lo máximo!!!!!!!!

[@EstefannieLennox]

Un sueño verlas juntas... más de ese dúo 😍

[@henryb.1878]

Ja, sie müssen was zusammen machen. Das wird stark

[@atolm1]

siiiii!!!!

[@ubiratanguimaraes6996]

the two greatest of the 80's

[@angelatrujillo971]

Yo también ❤️💜👏👏👏👏

[@gregorybufkin890]

Love Joni, love the song, and love this rendering of it that just has so much respect and love and sweetness in it. Makes me cry and I am 65.

[@Yagdrol]

Happy sad tears🥲

[@BitsBytesBobs]

Managed to hold my tears, but the end got me.

[@NovaZero0000]

Crying with joy! So awesome!

[@piarco]

It doesn't get better than this! Long live music and musical, creative women, and chipping away at fascism!

[@jimjam51075]

Chipping away, one bored millionaire handclap at a time. The second row on back looked like a quarterly earnings meeting table where everyone sits facing the same way.

[@DavidLS1]

Joni Mitchell has always been one of my favorite artists. After fifty years, The Circle Game really hits home.

[@bywaternyc7856]

You can say that again!

[@Cicilo1983]

A bit all over the place vocally, but obviously heartfelt. And what a treat to see 80s icons Annie Lennox and Cyndi Lauper rocking out next to each other !

[@NanaGagie]

Just delightful! Girls wanna have fun!

[@michaelrawlings6533]

The vocal variety was refreshingly upbeat and unique!

[@tedtaylor8516]

Completely a fair comment!

[@andreafisher7799]

😂

[@FSDinAZ]

Sponsored by Subaru and REI... That's where I was at but didn't have the heart to say it.. I just kept saying in my mind what is this what am I watching? 😂

[@mostguitarswins]

That was great, and such a sweet touch to have Joni sing that last line 👏👏👏👏

[@diesellove]

that was amazing...it put a huge smile on my face ❤❤😊

[@patrickdrazen2031]

OF COURSE this was in honor of Joni being awarded the GERSHWIN PRIZE! Great singer/songwriter. great music, great times!!!

[@mom2mmpt]

Wow! What a great performance. You can tell that all the singers had a great time and really appreciated being there. A beautiful collection of voices and respect for Joni!

[@Aramanth]

I remember reading that when she was young, Annie was given the record _Ladies of the Canyon_ by Joni and was moved by such a great singer/songwriter! Glad to see Annie Lennox come full circle! Thanks for posting!

[@susancullimore5643]

I read that too. Annie has always been clear that Joni was an early and lasting influence. It is not surprising that they are two of my very favorite artists.

[@chosenone5583]

Cindy Lauper is as youthful and amazing as ever.She classy and very stylish.❤️💫

[@valrosenbaum6435]

The LYRICS are more and more relevant! I see the vibe seems upbeat for the intense meaning of the lyrics! I want a redo by these same women.. ;) I LOVE these women.. ( I know they give a song a good vibe to shine a spotlight on the message... so..

[@Clairebearthegoodfinder]

Holy moly that’s a load of talent there. What a treat and well Joni Mitchell thank you 👏👏👏🤗😘💕

[@a27garbo]

So much joy and respect on stage! Lovefest! ... also, this song is such a good vibe :)

[@deekay5594]

I love this video. Love the ending so much! Pure joy. thanks, Brandi. thanks, Joni.

[@loriwoloshyn7266]

Joni was my idol growing up. Her songs had meaning, a message for all, heart and soul. Glad to see she is making progress on her journey.

[@DavidLS1]

I couldn't have said it better.

[@existential_panic]

Every time I see Joni in these recent videos I start crying. The lyric "you don't know what you've got till it's gone" could just as well have applied to her life if she hadn't had this resurgence. As everyone else has already said: thank you Brandi

[@suewalsh1411]

Amazing!!! Just love this group of kick-ass women!!

[@amb7440]

Okay so that was magical! How incredibly awesome and what joy! Joni Mitchell -- icing on the cake!

[@geminidreamatl26]

The ending where Joni sang the last line was everything! i clapped actually with a big smile on my face. was so great seeing Joni happy and getting into it. Annie Lennox and Cyndi Lauper are in my top 5 favorite singers and ive seen them live twice. I wish i could of seen Joni. If you hadnt heard it already, Annie Lennox did a beautiful cover of Ladies of the Canyon.

[@Odehyah951]

Angelique Kidjoe is close to my age - I’m 72 - and she’s got more energy than some young folks.

[@Raelven]

She is majestic!

[@bhornannawindeedeigh5007]

🤩 These women showed Joni that she's still Our Girl and that she's Still Got IT!!!!!! What a beautiful song and what a beautiful tribute to Ms Joni Mitchell! Bravo! BRAVO! 💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐🙏🏽❤️

[@eleanorcopeland]

Thank you SO much for uploading this!! I watched it on TV but tuned in late and missed this opening treat with Cyndi, Annie, Ledisi, Brandi and the other three beautiful ladies. Even though I was watching from home, I was standing and applauding just like I was there - I couldn't help myself! When Joni got up on stage and sang "Summertime", I was DONE. Same with Graham Nash's tribute - I was DONE. Seeing all of the pre-taped tributes from Smokey and others and then the finale with James Taylor, Herbie Hancock and all those legendary artists up there on stage at the end brought me to tears. Joni's music is part of the backdrop of my life. I had no idea she'd been through so much and was totally floored to see her still stand and perform in spite of all her health setbacks. I'm so happy she was able to "get her flowers" and much deserved accolades while she's still alive and able to enjoy it. Seeing her sitting and smiling in the audience while folks loved on her warmed my heart and made me think of times past when I used to play her music and that of several of those artists endlessly. Such good music and I've been blessed to enjoy it all. Love me some Joni Mitchell. ❤️🙏🏽💕

[@lethiapage4767]

So much talent on that stage!!!

[@MajerliActually]

When Joni sang into the mic at the end I started crying lol just a beautiful celebration of a timeless masterpiece

[@singingnimo2024]

As an African girl I have admired Angélique Kidjo for so long she has energy like a teenager and always moves to the beat of African drums like no other. She is such an inspiration and have given back so much in her country. LOVE HER....Also love Annie Lennox voice truly amazing singers.

[@ToddToTheBlack]

I like how Cyndi Lauper..... Is always Cyndi Lauper... Doesn't matter where, when, how, she's always just Cyndi Lauper. I'm an 80's kid, and I remember how big she was during that era, literally every other video on MTV was a Cyndi Lauper video.. Anyway, great tribute, to a great song by Joni Mitchell

[@amb7440]

So so so so true! Great comment!!

[@z.gergoa.216]

Its my childhood too from the other side of the iron curtain 🥰

[@winnied87]

Thought it was P!nk at first and when seeing the view from afar. Nope, it was Cindy! Omg.🎉❤

[@SaintJoanOnJonesSt]

This simple and joyful tribute to Joni by all these women artists is beautiful and profoundly moving. No pyrotechnics needed, straight from the heart. Thank you to them all, especially to Brandi C!

[@blackbird9992]

I love seeing Legendary singers like this sings other Legendary singers songs. Absolutely love it ❤

[@nadiasimmons5403]

Wow! Those wonderful ladies honouring the fabulous /talented Miss Joni Mitchell! 🌻💛

[@louislombardelli1691]

That was great and the end brought a tear to my eye

[@fritzcolburn]

Joni finally getting the full levels of honor and respect she deserves and she gets to see it rather than waiting til she is gone like so many others..

[@johncarroll5178]

This is great to see, but I have to say Joni Mitchell has been widely acknowledged as one of the greatest songwriters since the early eighties at least. She's had that level of respect since then. There was never any danger of her being forgotten until after her death.

[@fritzcolburn]

@@johncarroll5178 True. But only in a fairly limited scope of fans, peers and music junkies. The wider more casual listening audiences are now getting exposed to her genius. That's what I'm talking about.

[@cmp401]

Annie Lennox, such a Classic Lady!! And Angelique Kidjo, wow!!

[@USAMex00]

Living legend! God bless you Mrs. Mitchell

[@PeterParker-pe1mp]

Damn... What can i say. A group of perfection.

[@incognitoatunknown2702]

And all those gorgeous voices singing together still couldnt hold a candle to Joni.

[@LilyOfTheTower]

What a joy. I have tears after seeing Joni sing ❤

[@azbeaux]

This is talent. Joni Mitchel, who is a gift from god, and her wonderful and meaningful music celebrated by these great voices. I’m from the uk and am immediately searching for how I can see this programme. I loved the celebration of Carole King. These are two of the mightiest forces in music. They wouldn’t say or think this but we now have the likes of Cardi B for young women to look up to. Thank you Joni, you have made, and are still making, a difference. This flight tonight told a key part of my life!!

[@shirleydietsch1279]

I’ve listened to Brandi Carlisle since her song “Fall Apart” which my son introduced to me when he was in college. I love her even more knowing she encouraged Joni back into showing her talent on stage. Love you ALL! What a wonderful combination of ladies. Well done! 💖

[@lindalou5213]

Phenomenal - Loved Joni’s “bass” at the end 👏👏👏🎉

[@kensahib]

I love the end. Epic.

[@christopherlussier4383]

OMG !!! What a Great, Great, Great, great Tribute to Canada's ..No.. the worlds Joni Mitchell.. She was My Mother's Fave artist and has a place in my heart as well.. Annie and Cyndi were my dream women as a teen and to see how both changed with the years as they grew and I.. to see them serenade such a iconic living person of the tapestry of Canada's Musical contribution filled me with so much joy... You know Canada has made it's mark in music in sooooo many ways and it's hard to name everyone Past and present.. The Burton Cummings, The Tommy Chong's (Yes he wrote a Number one hit). The Anne Murrays, Gord Downie and Lightfoot's...such talent . As Gord Downie sung we are the underdogs.. We are the "Darkest Ones".

[@bootedgay7134]

Thanks for uploading this. Another great performance from Cyndi and of course Annie and some brilliant ladies.

[@radzsing]

What a beautiful treat and wonderful example of women uplifting each other! This what happens when you have immensely talented women, who are confident in their own voice and ability and have nothing to prove to anyone. Each brought their unique voice, shined and allowed everyone else to shine.

[@AhJodie]

Oh geeze... I was just feeling so old today, and this made me cry with joy! Lovely to be alive, even when they pave paradise..... Love all of you!!!!!!

[@marieavela6627]

❤️🌹❤️ What a lovely tribute! Just in case you were wondering at all how much you are loved, I think you've got your answer Joni. I think it's safe to say WE ALL LOVE YOU BIG TIME!!! Just keep on going awesome one were still listening! May your path be soft and green with your favorite blooms to scent your way.

[@garyschneider8829]

Marie Avela.. Your words are sweet.. You must be a singer-songwriter as well 😊 . Peace Love And Well-being to y'all 💖

[@60markmurray]

The end makes me smile every time I watch this, and as for Brandi fantastic!

[@jackson4socks]

What a wonderful tribute. Really captures the depth and breadth of her influence

[@357HFC]

Fabulous tribute by great artists to another great artist and song writer.

[@amynaddra7230]

I met Annie Lennox at a record store in LA and she signed her album “Nostalgia” for me. Beautiful and soulful women!! I also dressed up as Cyndi Lauper in the 80s. I think I want her hair!!!!!!

[@irenavw1475]

Perfection !!! Joy and love shared all the way to Sydney Australia !!!

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hi how're you doing?

[@matiasfnovoae]

What a gorgeous precious golden and precise finale to this perfromance.

[@SoftVinyl]

I absolutely LOVE this performance!!!!!!

[@sierra7202]

I loved all their voices. They were all incredible individually and together. I loved the way each one took center stage for their parts and then floated back for the next. All these are gorgeous, talented and at the top of their game. I would love if these ladies did an album together. They are having a really good time performing. Love to see a group of women celebrating.

[@njplr]

Wow. That made me laugh and cry at the same time. What a wonderful tribute to a Legend.

[@reddragon4486]

Very nice to see so many legendary singers altogether...very beautiful performance and so glad to see the audience enjoy it also!

[@sjladuke75]

These incredibly talented women are having such a blast singing here! That makes it so much more enjoyable for everyone! The audience can't help but join in on the fun! I'm so jealous & wish I'd been there😁 ❤

[@christinepugliese5437]

Cindy and Annie and super artists absolutely legendary they make us singing, dancing since long time and they are absolutely wonderful

[@MagicDragon]

This performed make me a big smile till the end !! So love ladys !! Expecially the end with Joni Michell !!! Wow wow wowwwwwwwwwww

[@Benito-fn4ip]

So remember when Joni released that song...Drove by that parking lot often...Song had a clear message..

[@melissah287]

This made me so happy and gave me goosebumps. Absolutely wonderful!

[@mary-annkucher4221]

Such a wonderful tribute from all these brilliantly talented women to honor a living legend! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!❤❤❤❤

[@annettecole6636]

I am canadian, I love Joni Mitchell her Blue album was the greatest album ever written,Joni we love you,Joni I know you own a home in B.C I live in Golden B.C!!!

[@hazymaidens]

That was so awesome!! You're crying 😭 ..

[@davidhill4143]

Joni, thanks for your music - sublime.

[@ButterFlyGoddess]

I’ve Been Sooooo Blessed To Have Met Joni Mitchell At The Blue Note In New York City, I Met Of Artist Working There But Joni Was One Of The BEST🙏🏾✨💖🧚🏾✨💫

[@betravkolektiv]

Just wonderful.

[@desoconnor7445]

What an accolade to an artist who has touched the heart strings and minds of so many ..much love Joni 🙏🙏🏿🎩✨🦄

[@5hf2024]

The ending is so fun to watch. I repeat it many times.

[@eduardochavacano]

CYNDI is super authentic with whatever looks she assumed. You know that is really who she is and her singing is always so perfect.

[@DannyHidalgo]

Cyndi started her part like an old lady yelling at the kids to get off her lawn haha

[@kathykb8123]

Omg I had to laugh! 😂

[@susanhill149]

Instant goosebumps! Songs are healing, more please, Brandi Carlisle ❤

[@reneekennedy716]

Well done! That last bit just made me SMILE!

[@janehallett8326]

The end of that? Absolutely fantastic…two thumbs way up

[@evyalley]

God, Brandi is so enchanting holy shit. The little dance at the end made me just SWOON.

[@sabrepinkt]

Fun and so good to see Joni. I loved to joy on their faces!

[@achaabdaniel9500]

This is peace. Love what I'm seeing. It's a wonderful time to be living in.

[@SpiderHacksaw]

OMG! Love all these AMAZING women!!!!

[@brokl26]

I’m so happy to find this video but sad I didn’t know it existed. Fantastic all around. Happy tears

[@gyufrtsgftrs436jjg]

The amount of fabulousness on that stage - insane!! ❤❤❤