Joni Mitchell ~ Woodstock

[@nexstory]

I was part of that generation, where, through music, poetry, social protest, drugs, holistic lifestyles, old age religion and new age spirituality, and all throughout that mythical "summer of love" we were trying to get ourselves "back to the garden". But somehow, the narrative changed and, "they paved paradise and put up a parking lot". Joni, you will always be the heart and soul of our generation, Prayers and tears.

[@scottmckenna9164]

#1 song in my lexicon. "We've got to get ourselves back to the garden"

[@61550LizziE]

Joni Mitchell wrote one of the most hauntingly beautiful songs that epitomizes the whole feeling of that generation ~ and it still continues. Thanks for this great post!

[@tweiss1234]

One of the great lines that I never hear commented on: "We are stardust. Billion year old carbon" has got to be the most scientifically literate line I've ever heard from a musician - not to mention mind-blowingly profound, and the literal truth. In my top 10 songs of all time. Best female song writer ever. Love you Joni!

[@LionessDeWinter]

Gorgeous and haunting. I'm typing this with tears streaming down my face. Good music does that...

[@chrisa4822]

Lioness DeWinter Exquisite words and music.

[@birichinaedolce3235]

Amen sister amen

[@bonanzajoe]

I'm 78 - a military vet and been through this generation - 60s and 70s of hell. But, Joni Mitchell is one of the very, very, very , very few of the singers of that time that I still enjoy. I don't know what it was about her that garnered so much respect. But even today, she stands out. She beat them all. Just love to sit back and listen to her music. She had a message of hope in her lyrics.

[@sojournsojourntraveler1203]

Yes those were the days my friend , we thought they would never end. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2SudpuNidOKrKc

[@astanfartin1647]

maaaan i wish ppl would try to get their souls free

[@morganhayward8458]

I've never seen so many positive youtube comments. Very deserving.

[@SereneColeman]

Her falsetto is just amazing....

[@Neuroneos]

The most beautiful voice ever recorded.

[@noname_atall]

hahahahahahahaha

[@Sally150]

That voice with poets mind. One of the best singer songwriters of the 20th Century

[@MrNaturalSez]

I'm partial to Emmylou Harris myself... but I'm not gonna put up a fight!

[@sojournsojourntraveler1203]

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[@Clematisian]

……. Thank you, Magus K.H. (for the heads-up) & thank YOU, BenevolentVideos (for the upload). Awesome rendition. Namasté ~ (•8-D

[@DancingElephantProds]

Listening to this on Ash Wednesday and hearing “We are stardust, We are golden And we’ve got to get ourselves Back to the Garden.” Crying and laughing at once. What a beautiful, deep and marvelous piece of music...

[@bruiser47]

Her music is beautiful with a touch of otherworldliness that makes her a step ahead of other songwriters. Her singing is angelic.

[@davefishmitten284]

Christ, I don't think I have every had goosebumps like I have just had...reading your words while Joni was playing Woodstock. You have just written something that I will remember for a very long time. Kind regards, kennethj1956

[@bruiser47]

This song is so transporting,;a work by a great musician and poet.

[@sagedakotalmft7763]

All of her music is so amazing it's difficult to choose a favorite. That said, this song really says a lot about life, the universe and what was going on at that time and in many ways, still is. Brings chills up my spine. Joni Mitchell is one of the most talented musicians I've ever known of. Her music, poetry, artwork/album covers, and all of the instruments she plays. The things she does with her voice. She is unparalleled.

[@BenevolentVideos]

This song is very powerful...please share

[@Kalah1313]

I am 17 years of age and I simply believe I was born in the wrong era. Music from this era was so meaningful and soulful. This is my most favorite song on earth! I hope they have another Woodstock! It would be amazing. ~

[@RoxysRedLight]

Ms. Mitchell's lasting contribution to music is never more strongly evident than in this song. So beautiful, haunting and uplifting.

[@Piggy-Oink-Oink]

Thank you for reposting this GREAT version. it was up and then DOWN n for a year...this is my favorite version of the ones on line.

[@hetissketis]

this song is not about being a frickin hippie.. its about our return to source.. discovering WHAT we truly are.

[@sonofcy]

They never called themselves that, it was a pejorative given as they were anti-war, and yes you're right, she was well aware at the time that that scene was dying. This song is about hope and the feelings that the young had at that time and it ended up as its swan song

[@donegalderr]

Thank you for posting, immense song

[@jjpdoo]

my God, what a gift he gave the world when joni was brought on the scene a long time ago...i am sitting here, have places to go but i can't get up, simply mesmerizing, unbelievable, beautiful, saw joni at mann music center in philly back in 1980-1.... it was hot as hell, and she cooled us all down...

[@SilvaOnTube]

I heard somewhere that love is touching souls. Joni has filled so many souls with love for so many years. She's an angel. I could drink a case of her and still be on my feet.

[@roberthurley6860]

Indeed she has kept many of us on our feet all these years.

[@InnerCityGirl1]

when , O when will there be a Joni Mitchell for the current generation? God knows they need one....

[@cyndia6278]

You can tell this song is from Joni Mitchell, it has the ring of her lyric stylings. It is a shame she never went to Woodstock, it probably penetrates her mind. She has an angels voice, clearly she was touched by GOD. Love you Jonie.

[@timstv75]

its a shame that music nowadays has become about the look of a person and not their talent. this music right here touches your soul....

[@roberthurley6860]

Nothing brings back the summer of 1969 like this beautiful, magical song.

[@sarahemikula]

I never tire of hearing her sing this. The Most hauntingly beautiful lyrics, voice, and instruments. Perfect. It's just what I needed tonight! Love Joni!

[@oliviafern6164]

not only does she have a beautiful voice, she has created songs that have absolutely lovely melodies and , you know, the melody is always the first thing i listen to.

[@1610austin]

wow , no one today can match the beautiful and natural talented voice of joni

[@NikeSXT]

Celia Pavey can.

[@vs0522]

NikeSXT Joni's voice and artistry is far superior.

[@1610austin]

not many new artist today can equal ledgends like joni , and many others .

[@1610austin]

well .... i sure dont know the name of all the other baskett ball players , cause there not as good as jordan .

[@rliptak2]

Horseshit

[@dianeclaytondunn6304]

have six feet under to thank for throwing this beautiful song my way, fantastic voice brilliant emotional song

[@Mexicanliku]

Wow. I feel you and your comments. I am 51 almost 52. I grew up on this music. My older brothers played all the Santana, Woodstock alums etc...Jeff Beck was big then too. Sooo much good music and lyrics. I'm like you I really miss it. I refuse to listen to today's garbage. Wish there was more like us huh? God Bless

[@Tammy_More]

She reminds me that this world should come together in love and stop fighting. Time is short and we should rejoice in every day! Namastae

[@moodywalker]

This song and her playing and creative talents blow me away. Transporting. Brings back so many memories, not of the past but of what is within our own souls. Timeless. We're caught in the devil's bargain. Love Joni. Yes, she defined high school for me. Surely wore out the turn table and vinyl on this one.

[@DavidPackluvr]

I must now search for the full lyrics. But thank you for this precious and sacred video! Love & Peace~~~

[@williamhaywriter]

This song defined my youth. The Hippy movement was first and foremost a peace movement. Joni Mitchell has chronicled my generation with truth and generosity.

[@007hpy]

INCOMPARABLE!!! always was and always will be. Pure Class

[@kevinfeeney1966]

Was at Woodstock from Richie Havens to Monday morning with Jimi Hendrix. Not more than a few hundred stayed for Hendrix. This song always brings me back there where I let my soul live.

[@kdesolis]

I was 14 years old. But would have gone in a heart beat. Made it to Watkins Glen, 650,000 strong to see "The Band". And of course my Levon. Helm that is.

[@Oldgroupie]

I begged my parents to let me go at 15 yrs old - thousands of miles away - they denied me the privilege for obvious reasons

[@XLoveLifeMusic0X]

I'm 14 years old and this woman is my inspiration

[@shellygloo]

She's been my inspiration since I was 17, and now I'm 56. Her work is timeless.

[@julieswahn]

Positively weeping here.. how absolutely beatiful.

[@mjrsnafu]

+Julie Swahn Me too. The garden is not even a memory now

[@Str1000ac]

+Julie Swahn cover by Matthews Southern Comfort is also good

[@77drumsrock]

AGREED ♡ she's amazing ☆☆☆☆☆

[@Thumper1737]

This is Joni's alone.... it is made for her voice... no one can sing this song and have it give the same feeling.... absolutely beautiful....

[@atbigfoot91]

I've loved Joni for decades now and I'm aware now that I won't have enough time to love her enough.

[@augiedoggie1379]

badass woman. her sings are from the heart like all the greats from the 60s and all of the 70s

[@josielowder]

I am freaking out. This touched me deeper than any song Ive ever heard. Wow.

[@janebraun4482]

So many years after this song came out it is only today I learned it was penned by her! Will always love and remember this great song by Crosby Stills Nash & Young was being played and their arrangement does her song the most justice! We were so lucky with the incredibly talent of those times, unmatched today I am afraid.

[@Angelwise11]

My high school English teacher used to make us "study" Joni Mitchell but I didn't realize the depth of this song. We were given light, air, the earth and all of its plants and animals but the season of our discontent was that we realized we had no shirt, no shoes, no house, no bank account, no king.... Our diets now are hardly recognizable as food they are so full of additives, preservatives and artificials. Our water is full of contaminants. We need to get back to the garden, each 1 of us.

[@52stand]

Her words are pure and chaste, but she is a real genius in several ways. She just hints at things, like a good story teller should, which is why I think I find her to be so precious. Can you imagine Joni ever telling you something that she didn't think was absolutely true? I can hardly imagine that scenario, as how could you argue with a girl that was arguably a genius, because she discovered that the double-decker buses in England should really have a driver on the top!

[@jrzy78]

Her range was just amazing. Beautiful.

[@brewingblues]

She has the voice of an angel and the cheekbones of a goddess.

[@richardranke7878]

How well I remember when I first heard her sing this song on television in February,1970.I bought the album this was on(Ladies of the Canyon)later in the year.I have thirteen of Joni Mitchells albums.

[@eileenhalliwell1019]

I was too young to go to woodstock. Later on in college i was there my college friend whose parents had a summer house. Great memories are brought back with this music.

[@ruthgunneson-poling2477]

When my daughter says I sound like her it makes my day....I wish!

[@gangoffour1]

She's the best. Joni's a real artist. Her lyrics are always meaningful!

[@mikeybuoy1]

classic voice and beauty of the 60s. i was born at the right time..

[@honour123]

Such beautiful woman and voice! An angel!

[@otrebogir333]

her voice touched me from the first song i ever heard. so beautiful

[@BirdBroken]

I have a terrible case of Nostalgic, and would like t go back. Saw Joni in concert once....what a smooth voice.

[@MrSprite69]

AWESOME, THE SONG ,THE WOMAN. I REMEMBER. NO ONE DOES IT BETTER

[@peggypaine4471]

Incredible to see her artistry and words of a new song just written with so much meaning about the times of confusion and war. So pretty. I love the chords at the beginning and end

[@laconja1]

Her Music is Timeless:) Such an Amazing Artist!!

[@debilynnphillips]

Incredible! Truly remarkable Artist, Poet, Singer Songwriter! xxs

[@bindyhurd9708]

Can't say how much I sang with her in my home , Sweet times .

[@marcusmelorocha]

This song and her voice always touch me deep any time I hear it.

[@losascio]

What a child of God. She is all by herself. Poet, musician, incredible vocalist....

[@deedolores2642]

Joni has great talent and a beautiful voice. Great song!

[@crazycrentax]

early 70's in the UK were an amazing time, not only the organized concerts but the ones that spontaneously appeared all over the country were fantastic. pity that the government and the police couldn't see it that way

[@TheOldschoolfool]

OMG!!!ive never heard her version.such an amazing voice.beautiful

[@dtlahustler6022]

I love this song. Joni Mitchell has such a unique yet beautiful singing voice. Thanks for posting.

[@Hermeterec]

from Jose' "Timo" Sepulveda.........Judy is the greatest who ever graced this planet....songstress.......writer......performer! She is one of a kind.....there will never be another like her!!!!

[@paulbellamy9920]

Such an achingly beautiful song...her voice is other-worldly. The best songstress of her generation.

[@deltamx]

absolutely..very well said ..she is beyond words and we grew up with her

[@Peteloaf65]

This is the one song that truly brought a tear to my eye in the recognition of the best of the Hippie ideal. As a movement, as a philosophy, as a model for social order I knew I had been touched by the best of what the Hippies promised with the social movement that we now all live.

[@BananaJSSI]

I agree! She is awesome. I have admired her since I was a small boy as we used to drive past her home on a regular basis. I would always point it out.

[@RichKleinnewyork]

Sending prayers for Joni from Bethel, NY..the place she never got to but who wrote the anthem of Woodstock '69.

[@TheKenny4444]

She's doing a lot better, Rich. She's now awake and in good spirits. Thank God!

[@jacaranda2bloom]

Kenny Williams Oh good - she is my heroine!

[@ladyblackstardust390]

jacaranda2bloom News today states she had an aneurism, but is talking and having physical therapy to be walking. She's expected to make a full recovery. Today we have an amazingly close conjunction of Jupiter and Venus, also present are Mercury, Mars and Jupiter. A beautiful summer day to listen to Joni.

[@jacaranda2bloom]

Dusty Rhodes Thank you for the good news! Tell her we are all thinking of her and sending her Good Vibrations! ♥

[@kelseyhoot]

Absolutely beautiful! It just sounds so pure..

[@SidVidd]

this is the most beautiful thing ive heard...shes a five year old girl, a 17 year old, a 40 yr old, and an 80 old pilgrim woman in one song and being...shes america...the absolutely stunning and frustrating america

[@littlebeartoe]

Sheer genius. Her studio version of this is the greatest thing ever.

[@mattnewman1968]

The mold was broken with Joni, and at such a volatile time in America. This makes my hair stand on end! Beautiful.

[@juliocezarpereira7830]

Fantastic singer,composer and musician,,,,,

[@AustraliaRealEstateRevolution]

75 'people' dislike this? They must be from another planet.

[@richardranke7878]

75 out of 579 is no big ratio.(Chuckle!)

[@MsLadyBonsai]

So remarkable a woman...what a gift to this world.

[@SanaOvaisKhan]

this live version just blew my mind and put me in another dimension, a dimension much more evolved than the one i consciously perceive

[@lukosius1221]

What a soothing music. It's best not to actually listen and watch the clip, but to to do something, while listening to this, it could be a wonderful calming background music

[@newloosemoose]

Wow wow wow. This is an artist operating at the highest level. Very moving.

[@nicbeets]

This voice and song is amazing, I regret that I've never heard Joni singing live.

[@kuhntpunt]

I swear...this song just gets better and better every time I listen to it. Joni's vocals are incredible!

[@dannyedwards2221]

Its puts chills down my spine to hear this song. Joni sings about stardust and carbon like she's a scientist. James' version was good. Crosby, Stills, Nash, version was alright. Joni does her songs like no one else. Didn't she write this before Carl Sagan's Cosmos originally aired. I think Carl Sagan borrowed her words to say "We are star stuff". Her music probably inspired Carl. How incredible is that, music inspires science, and science inspires music.

[@MrBojonson]

Roberta Joan Anderson (aka Joni Mitchell) is a Force of Nature who has gifted us with songs & lyrics that are transcendental and will no doubt endure for a very, very long time.

[@arobinson807]

she is so, so cute. somebody should give this girl a record deal.

[@racerx6041]

This song is so relevant for our times.

[@jstringer4900]

One of the greatest talents ever to grace the earth. Just piano and vocals getting that sound, and one of the top lyricist and composers of the 20th century. She is a favorite of every musician I know.

[@RichKleinnewyork]

So glad to get reports late last night that Joni is conscious and in good spirits.

[@celesteanngray]

Stunning... This song is very historic and emotionally captivating. Maybe the dream butterflies were Jesus' armies coming to take his people he died for back to the garden at last. Happy birthday Lady Joni !! ~from the widow of the guy who played real good for free~

[@lisarosario429]

Art. Beauty . Love. Pure. Thank you.

[@jjj1951]

The intricate shades and tones in this composition are what is fantastic.

[@marybroad6471]

Effortless grace. Prophetic, lets go back to Eden and Paradise Lost. xxxx

[@michellelovesyou2102]

A long time ago. I brings back shills. Dear Joni how you since so great.

[@sjk6101983]

Six Feet Under and Sarah's favorite song!! ❤️❤️