Janis Ian - 4 Song Set" (Recorded Live for World Cafe)

[@andrewdavies5835]

At 17 Janis seemed remarkably mature, at 70 she seems remarkably young.

[@albertbraun3401]

Thats true. Well said. 🙂

[@MaryDeeBer]

Beautifully put ❤

[@pls2028]

She is indeed a treasure…a very special woman…

[@Ron71997]

That's such a perfect description...for a truly talented artist...

[@RachelWolfMusic]

I am devastated that Janis will no longer tour again. Everyone should petition the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to induct her. It's a sin that she's never been honored that way. Also, the Kennedy Center Honors must include her.

[@GrandmaSmith-jn1uy]

I do not pay attention to such things, mostly, but I cannot understand how the Kennedy Honors have overlooked one of our greatest, most original and talented singer song writers! Yes, we must write and remind them. We must remind them of "Valentines Day" and "Society's Child", "Still Standing Here", "Better Times", "Ugly Girl" and many others. I just heard one from 1957 commemorating the mixed race couple who won the right for their marriage to be legal. Her voice is so beautiful and expressive and her point so well put! It was a great way to remember Dr. Martin Luther King's birthday. I do not remember it, I was only 8 then, but we had just returned from overseas. I had seen the "Whites Only" signs , and I was stunned and heartbroken. It made no sense to prevent anyone from using a water fountain in summer in Florida.

[@MrJimmyolson]

How many of us grew up in the 70's during the post-Vietnam drug-induced, flower power era...listening to all manner of singer songwriters...I could relate to Ms. Ian's songs better than the Carpenters, despite having collected albums of both artists...Listening to Janis Ian tonight at age 65 (my age not hers)...I'm reminded how much better Janis Ian was, both as an artist, songwriter, and vocalist...She's still relevant. She's still brilliant! She's a quiet and honest voice in a fog of silly songs...STILL!

[@janisianchannel]

Thank you, Jimmy - I love Karen Carpenter's voice, it's nice to be in the same sentence with her.

[@MrJimmyolson]

@@janisianchannel I’m beyond flattered, humbled and awestruck that you took time to respond. You’re a true American hero and icon. ❤️

[@ditrower8104]

I so agree. I return to her wonderful songs again and again over the years. They are timeless and wonderful. And so is her voice.

[@rebeccamilward4758]

I will never, ever...as long as I live...forget a concert with Janis Ian in Austin in the 70's. I was sure no one loved her as much as I did so...I went alone. When I bought my ticket, the guy at the ticket office said..."just one?" He ended up joining me in the seat next to me. It was so sweet and...precious...and memorable...because we were both so rapt...so taken with her music. One of the most memorable nights of my life. Janis---you will always be relevant for me, and I suspect, for that young man as well.. May you live long, beautifully, and with the same spirit you showed all of us of that era. You are my all-time favorite...forever. Love...love...love.

[@rebeccamilward4758]

And, Janet---you are just so beautiful.

[@rebeccamilward4758]

OK...just one more thing: your voice is as beautiful and as hauntingly perfect as ever. Wowza.

[@GrandmaSmith-jn1uy]

Rebecca - you made me cry. What an amazing thing to have happen. Thank you for sharing.

[@pls2028]

Thank you for sharing that, Rebecca. Janis’s music had a profound effect on me growing up in the 70s. I wore out my copy of Between The Lines…

[@carollucci]

Such a beautiful voice. Just as beautiful as when she did “At Seventeen”!

[@williamburdon6993]

Wow lady! Still bangin on that door, you have gotten even better with age, and I thought you were amazing 45 years ago. I hope you are happy and well. At 73

[@auditor101]

I was only 6 years old when 17 came out, but I remembered that your song touched my soul. It has always moved me. I listened to the words recently and found that it was a sad song. I really like it. I think I just liked your voice and I still do. Thank you for the memories. Those were the happiest time of my life, even now. Thank you!

[@vanhua454]

I fell in love with your voice as a teenager and it is now more than 40 yrs later, you still have my heart. Thank you Janis. You're a beautiful gift from God to carried us through and through.

[@mickeyelmore6261]

Glad you are still standing.awesome Janis.

[@missymarie7133]

I so wish this new generation produced artist such as Janis .. I time of real life lost forever :(

[@stevenvicino8687]

I listen to everything from Metallica to Mozart, Benny Goodman to The Beatles and Janis Is still one of my favorite songwriters. An empathetic razor-sharp wit and a genuine love of song-crafting. "Night Rains" still blows my mind. I love "Resist".

[@gwynnielsen5081]

I always liked Janis's heartfelt acoustic songs. I am glad to see that so many remember her well.

[@chrisknapp4050]

You are an amazing woman. Thank you. I totally love this song resist. Thanks for having the courage and talent to put it into a long overdue song about what WE women have to put up with, still!

[@janisianchannel]

Thank you Chris!

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

resist!!! I was always too Shy... Whew!

[@GrandmaSmith-jn1uy]

@@barbarabaldwin7120 left my dream job rather than try to deal with the sexual side of my job description, according to the owner. One sister changed from here career as a Jeweler because the males made it so unpleasant. She ended going back to become an Occupational Therapist which was very rewarding. She can do her art at home.

[@nestorcifuentesz.9675]

Always I loved your songs,beatiful person ... from Chile , your fan...

[@RedWildRose]

Beautiful. She has a wonderful aura about her. And super talented.

[@janisianchannel]

What a lovely thing to say. Thank you!

[@warrentronica]

At Seventeen is in my opinion one of the best songs written, at least in the English language. It is a classic song because no matter what generation you are, or where you live, almost everyone has felt this way at some point. That they are not pretty enough, not cool enough, not rich enough, that they are an outcast and don’t fit in. Especially as a teenager or young adult. I was born about 20 years after the song was released, but the moment I heard it I loved it and felt a connection. Janis Ian is a truly gifted songwriter.

[@ronbidwell8229]

So sad we will never be able to hear Janis live again but at least we have the memories of past. I am sure we will not hear the last of Janis even if it not performing.

[@laurakrulewecki9335]

Thank you for this gift...your song, your lyrics, your voice. As touching as ever. Thank you.

[@JosephAlanMeador]

Living legend. Love you Janis!

[@rednhrailroad]

I brought an album (or 45rpm?) of yours to high school English for the class to study in '69 or '70. 'been listening to you ever since.

[@andrewbowen6875]

Would of been nice to hear the Santa Cruz guitar mic’d up but nonetheless superb

[@cottertwenty]

True true legend. Vocally pristine at 24 and vocally legendary still going. Such a fan 👏🏻

[@ckmiller81]

Just saw her and Tom Rush in Columbus, Ohio a few days ago, May 18 2022. Fantastic show!!

[@karen-ck1fr]

I've loved her beautiful voice for decades. I felt she was singing about me with At seventeen.

[@karlsmith9285]

Janice, thank you for including "At 17" in this set. I have lived this song, and truly understand your perspective on life through this song. You are thoughtful, insightful, and an icon. Karl

[@haweavivian48]

With a voice like yours, you'll always be relevant... sweet and smooth. I love your hair too!😎

[@janisianchannel]

Thanks - I always said if it came in like my grandmother's - a pure white - I'd leave it be!!!

[@ansleyrubarb8672]

...Ms.Ian...I have loved & enjoyed your master creative music since the very beginning. Your voice & playing is just awesome. I'm 72 and to answer your observation, You, we are never too old...smile...respectfully. Chuck...Blessings...

[@skrillawins2778]

just picked up her vinyl album between the lines. and to hear this, is beautiful and inspiring.

[@MaryDeeBer]

I drove for three hours to Dublin last Sunday to the Tradfest tribute to Janis Ian with Janis singing to me aaaalll the way, revisiting songs that i listened to over and over on vinyl to the point where i could sing along with the scratches on the record 😂 The gig in the National Stadium was great I bawled at Janis' song about hearing her mother singing again Eric Bibb and Wallis Bird having the honour to sing on the night Then three hours home singing along with Janis again What an incredible writer, lyricist, musician, artist, guitarist, mentor, woman !!!!

[@valerieholman5612]

Excellent songs, all of them. This is Janis ian!!!! An experienced woman who is teaching us all about life and love. And friendship. I needed to hear her new music a fine wine gets better. I love her. I'm glad she gave us this. Who decides what the public should hear?

[@GrandmaSmith-jn1uy]

Now there is a good question.

[@TheMusselClaw]

Resist is awesome! You're always in our heart!

[@GrandmaSmith-jn1uy]

Please, we must try to get the Kennedy Honors for Janis Ian. I am shocked that she hasn't been honored long ago! She is not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? They need to get busy and take care of that honor, also. Janis Ian is a genius and an original, what is wrong with people?

[@sanrongood]

I had the good fortune to attend a living room concert for the Pearl Foundation about 6 years ago in boynton beach, Florida. I have to tell you it was the highlight of my life. I was so star struck I couldn’t even speak (of course afterwards I’ve had many witty imaginary conversations with you). Thank you for your talent, thank you for your voice.

[@58landman]

No one can deliver quite like Janis. Sweet and Salty....love her!!!

[@lupineh7831]

Thanks for still touching my heart and soul with your music…first touched me over 50 years ago!

[@renewiellersen7575]

Dear Janis ..... please come to Denmark. So wonderfull !!!! Goosebumps !!!!

[@karenwilson9218]

Such a pure voice.

[@TheatreNutz]

Thank you, Ms Ian , if you had just done At Seventeen , that would have been monumental, you have contributed so much to the world. And hearing you now singing is so beautiful, tears, cheers, you are most relevant now.

[@GrandmaSmith-jn1uy]

Truth. Do not work yourself too hard. You enjoy your life. I am sure that you have lots of plans. Do not wait until it is too late.

[@DPogs627]

I hope I live to see the Janis Ian tribute albums that will come. What an incredible songwriter and musician.

[@janisianchannel]

Hmm. Who would you have do them, though?

[@DPogs627]

@@janisianchannel James Taylor, Taylor Swift, Orville Peck, Lady Gaga and Sia to name some. It would be fun to choose songs and the artists that would do them. ❤

[@WillGamache]

I'm really just speechless. Thank you! Beautiful as always. Poignant writing. This is songwriting at its best

[@mbacarl]

I'm in tears...

[@TheJukeboxjim]

Still sounding great

[@DarkSideOfThePepper]

Still a beautiful voice!

[@dajonbradford]

fantastic and yes, still very relevant!

[@ginasutube]

I'm so sad I just missed her final show in Clearwater. 💙 Hoping I'll run into her, she only lives a few miles away. I've been a fan all of my adult life. 🎶

[@janisianchannel]

That's lovely, Ginasutube - who knows?!

[@margaretpeche5273]

ALWAYS relevant and ALWAYS amazing

[@WernerKienberger]

Thank you, Janis!

[@rickfidler7884]

Wonderful

[@sadaboutit]

love her, what a talent

[@ErikHedberg-f2e]

Thank you. For everything... 🥰

[@warrenlovell3919]

Just beautiful.

[@josephvengen9989]

I'm letting these songs (and their performance here) be my new definition of perfect! Thank You Janis!

[@Ubu987]

Serene, uplifting, tragic, consoling. Beautiful!

[@michaelmclovin3718]

This is one of the very few songs that will transcend me back in time, I was in 7th Grade when this came out. I could so relate to this song, I did not fit in. I found comfort in her song. Beautiful times, magical times miss those times. Thanks Janis for your beautiful music you have blessed us for so many years.

[@winluben2909]

Awesome!!!!

[@BethMannPresents]

She’s a goddess and a blessing.

[@SuzanaZulu]

Amazing 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️

[@jamesonjacobs6449]

she's so poetic. i love her.

[@rcpsammy7186]

Absolutely beautiful. Her voice is so rich and pure. She says this is her final tour...well done...she deserves a rest.

[@janisianchannel]

No kidding... Thanks for the support.

[@skiingowl]

I will NOT disappear! Thank you, thank you, thank you. My music teacher didn't like me singing At Seventeen because it was "depressing", but it gave words to what I felt. Many years later, it still resonates with me. I am loving the other songs in this set, bookending life, making much older me feel that I might still have some relevance, something to contribute. At any age, we exist, and we have value, and we need to remember that. Thank you.

[@chasphilpotts1201]

Loved Janis's music since the 70's - still sounds wonderful.

[@Charlie-fx5vs]

At 70, she still gets to me.

[@meredithelgart7240]

Thank you for sharing this. I'm a fan; love all of it but gotta say, I LOVED that last song!

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

WOW WHAT A TREASURE AND A TALENT! XOXOX BLESSINGS!

[@petersensalas8643]

Awesome

[@remimaisonneuve5796]

WOW !

[@marc21091]

The Times (London) list of well-known people's birthdays on Thursday 7 April 2022 records that Janis Ian is 71 and a letter in the Times on 8 April asked whether she might update 'At 17' to 'At 71'. She was born on 7 April 1951.

[@janisianchannel]

I'm not a big believer in "updating" songs... I really love "At 17", and anything I could do would take away from it!

[@booh12469]

I still listen to "Fly Too High" often, a true gem by her and a dynamic laid back disco-swing collaboration with Giorgio Moroder. Great effortless performance here, God Bless Janis and her timeless talent to captivate.

[@pattiatkinson4660]

Hoping to make the concert in St. Louis at the Sheldon

[@janisianchannel]

See you there!

[@getamylemley]

Amaaaaaaazing. Such an exquisite voice. Seeing her in Richmond VA in April - show was postponed for TWO years! Thanks for posting this mini show.

[@worldcafe]

Our pleasure!

[@adamcompton4031]

I was at her show in richmond last night- my first time hearing her music. I was absolutely enchanted

[@janisianchannel]

Isn't it great that we can do that now, Amy? Glad you came to Richmond!

[@SueM406]

Wow so fabulous! The singing, lyrics and passion are so inspiring.

[@worldcafe]

We agree!

[@janisianchannel]

Thanks, Sue! "Inspiring" - that's great.

[@browniedriver]

Thank you, Janis Ian! I felt you were singing directly to me. Love you and wish I could see you perform in person.

[@PlaceOfAbundance-cv8kp]

I have my earphone on listening to. Your voice is very clear and soothes my soul!😘

[@kashaneka]

Always loved Janis' voice and songs.

[@johncoe6304]

Why is she so fixated on getting older. Hmm Idk

[@d.b.2812]

Thank you for being part of the soundtrack of my life.❤

[@sprankie100]

you saved me in my puberty, :-) and from then I began to follow you , never missed one new album.. Such a beautiful voice , lyrics and soul. Greetings from Holland Janis :-)

[@kristinemata8952]

Wow! A great music to chill! 👋👋❤️❤️🔥🔥

[@xbrandi12345x]

Are you new to her music? If so, check out her album Between the Lines. Every single song is amazing!

[@kristinemata8952]

@@xbrandi12345x yes I'm new to her music! Oh thank you yes I'll check it! I can feel that all her songs are amazing!

[@janisianchannel]

Ah, thanks!!! In about a year, that's what I hope to be doing - chilling by the water somewhere!!!!

[@schwartzenheimer1]

What is the significance of the man's shirt?

[@tonybaker2968]

Nice goin' old trooper. I finished my last album a few months ago and felt like I was done.

[@MarkIngle1959]

As always sublime excellence

[@paulk8io445]

Thanks

[@janisianchannel]

You are more than welcome!

[@brendanukveteran2360]

OMG...legend without acknowledgement....STO...she's the one

[@davidtoddsingleton]

You're soooo beautiful

[@TheMagdalicious1]

If you get to Toronto, Janis ... Well ... I've admired you (tremendously) from afar for near forever ... Too long, maybe ... 😄 (Sweet, thoughtful, clever, curvy, lovely, oh-so-pretty girl ...) Michael 😘

[@edgy1rocks]

I grew up with her. Not in her neighborhood, mind you. Not even in her state. But I grew up with her and my musical ear was blessed with her musical voice and tender thoughts. Thanks so much to an awesome, awe-inspiring artist. Hugs.

[@CathleenGempeler]

This recording of the four songs brought tears to my eyes! You are so awesome! When I 17 in high school back then, I listened to you and I love your music. I still love your music! Your Resist is so very powerful and so needed to be expressed and heard! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!

[@joemcb1234]

Listening while working at my desk listening to you, recommended by a friend. Opened another browser to see you in 76 on the Whistle Test. Beautiful then, beautiful now, another your songs are great! Would you still be Whistling your own songs tomorrow, oh Yes!

[@kerinabelle8220]

thank you for the music always .

[@tanyaperrin8844]

Singer songwriter extraordinaire! Love you, Janis!

[@GodfreyTempleton]

Doesn't work for me, to aggressive

[@geel.wms.6424]

Wow you and your voice are still beautiful😍

[@spohdeeohdee]

Man, this is so good. Great writing, singing, and playing.

[@nancyallain3253]

She's beautiful!

[@mintaka57]

♥

[@twstrgmailcom]

Your voice should be declared a national treasure! And I always marvel at your chording/fingering...thank you for keeping the tunes going!

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

That guitar playing. I play.She PLAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!