Both Sides Now - MonaLisa Twins (Joni Mitchell Cover) // MLT Club Duo Session

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Both Sides Now - Joni Mitchell Cover by MonaLisa Twins
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We caught the Joni Mitchell bug a few years ago, and her music has been part of our lives' soundtrack ever since.
When it came to these stripped back "Duo Session" recordings that we do regularly over at the MLT Club we knew we wanted to try some of her material for one of them. It's hard not to fall in love with this woman, her music and fearless, poetic, honest song-writing. The song and its words speak for themselves ❤
It is also the first time we recorded something with an open guitar tuning, one of Joni's trademark sounds.
We hope we did the song justice and that you'll enjoy this little clip, filmed in our "Duo Session" corner.
M & L

[@joesiebert9738]

WOW, I grew up in the 60's, and love all that music from the 60's, and 70's. I have not heard one bad cover from that era, that the Mona-Lisa twins do. They are also very beautiful ladies.

[@mikepasquale71]

No auto-tune, no processing, just 2 guitars ,harmonica, and 2 angelic voices with harmony and genuine emotion...what music should be!

[@ericdee6802]

This is pure talent, very professional duo!. ✌️

[@Cortfan52]

Fantastic, as usual!

[@arielestari949]

Fantastic

[@waynekasmar4401]

You missed the foot tapping percussion.

[@rozzgrey801]

I hear a little compression on the vocals to smooth out the dynamics, but that's OK, but what a terrifically articulate voice!

[@user-un8ji2ov2s]

I love it when young people sing this old music from my generation especially when they do it this well!

[@thomastruong8382]

I grew up in the 1970's listening to this masterpiece by Joni Mitchell, but hearing this song as a duet, I feel your performance out of this world, Thank you so much the MonaLisaTwins!

[@garyodom6574]

As somebody already said in the comments below, these young women are very special and they deserve all the recognition and acclaim they can get.

[@robertbateman3665]

I think Joni Mitchell would be proud of your work!

[@tsfurlan]

This songs a masterpiece, right up,there with any song by the Beatles , Paul Simon or anyone else. Songs like this made me ponder life as a very small child, and I'm sure it molded my character in a positive way. The golden age of music.

[@seanie002]

Totally agree

[@tommihail6564]

as good as ''changes' by Phil Ochs do check it out...

[@cheneyrobert]

Joni 🇨🇦👏👏👏✍️👍🏻🥂a great song writer....Neil Young said she’s the best 👍🏻

[@usrt46]

One of the greats for sure. Was used in an episode of Mad Men and it was spot on perfect.

[@michaelbeckwith6177]

@@djknox2 I TOTALLY agree you!!!!!

[@johnnyjones7442]

These girls always show the respect to the song. Beautiful

[@ronaldsimonet9645]

When you can cover such an iconic song by the GREAT Joni Mitchell and it doesn't lose anything in the translation your sublime musical artistry is undeniable!

[@musiconlyplease98]

they turn classics into classics

[@margieandposh]

I love these beautiful twins so much they do wonderful covers of The Beatles, The Kinks, Joni Mitchell and so many other classic acts but they also have a bunch of their own songs for you. If you haven’t heard their original songs , do it; you won’t be disappointed. These girls are very special ❤️.

[@garyp9142]

They do one of the best [ getting better] I ever heard

[@amcmenemy5647]

Love their version of Donovan's "Catch the Wind".

[@g.patrickbryant9674]

I could listen to these two all day, every day.

[@crweber3408]

I pretty much do.

[@Tommyr]

We in the MLT Club got to see this a long time ago! Now it's YOUR TURN! How awesome is this???!!!

[@BCS1105]

It is indeed absolutely beautiful.

[@minutewithmark7564]

@Tommyr ... I am in the MLT Club also and when this vid started I was thinking they looked younger & like you I actually remembered seeing it before!! Why can I remember this but not all the important things? Partly due to too many brain cells fried along the journey of life. 🤦‍♂️ 🤟 🍻

[@Tommyr]

@@minutewithmark7564 This was done last year. Not that long ago actually.

[@anotherdave5107]

Mona, lettuce and tomato? Yummy!

[@piggly-wiggly]

The ease with which Lisa goes in and out of falsetto is incredible. And when Mona backs with "something's lost" at 2:57 my knees go weak. The Twins are rare talents indeed.

[@piggly-wiggly]

After being away from KZbin for a while, this was the song that really made me take notice of how much the MonaLisa Twins had grown over the years. I was a fan before, but since I've been absolutely hooked.

[@ademirmanzato8760]

Unfortunately, here in Brazil the violence against women has increased during this pandemic. I hope all women have the same respect you gave to this Joni's song. It's very touching.

[@antoniolima1712]

Nossa.. quem lê seu comentário ficará com a certeza que todos os problemas do mundo e mais este estão no Brasil., infelizmente essa estupida e injusta violência contra as mulheres é um problema antigo e praticamente mundial..um dia será vencido.. mas sinceramente creio que aqui nao seria o lugar para levantar tal assunto,,comente sobre a maravilhosa musica delas., aliás., nem entendo o pq disso., nem a letra desse cover fala sobre esse assunto., vlw mais uma pá de terra na imagem do nosso país.. cada tipo de brasileiro.. arfff.

[@ademirmanzato8760]

@@antoniolima1712 Você tem razão não é só um problema do Brasil. O mundo é quase todo machista, mas foi o que me veio em mente quando vi o vídeo e acredito que você, como uma pessoa esclarecida, não pode dizer que é mentira.

[@antoniolima1712]

@@ademirmanzato8760 Sim, tanto que afirmei .ser um problema mundial, enraizado e infelizmente com difícil solução.. só me referi ao fato de não ser o lugar para .. só isso. mas .. discussão inútil..acredito que não houve uma má intenção inicial..e tbm talvez eu tenha sido muito crítico.. bom..vamos curtir nossas queridas Mona e Lisa..bom gosto vc tem.. Abrcs.

[@ademirmanzato8760]

@@antoniolima1712 Sim. Vou procurar ser mais otimista na próxima vez. Abraços!

[@tomcalvo]

As a musician, I cannot escape this Master Class. As a spectator, it's a balm for the soul. Thank you. The world is a better place because of MLT.

[@lynnnewcomb8396]

I seem to recall hearing Lisa say she doesn't get to use her falsetto voice enough. I certainly enjoy hearing it. I hope to hear more of it in the future.

[@auramac]

Yes. More sensitivity and vulnerability. She has the range and should use it more often.

[@DanielCPurdy]

Through most of the song, she sings a bit lower than I have heard her sing before. Fits the song perfectly.

[@riobravo1961]

Beautiful women, beautiful music, no tattoos, just plain beautiful!

[@ricardogastmann9688]

Beautiful your vision...your feeling.... I agree with you 🙏🇧🇷

[@torstenbroeer1797]

I also hate tattoos! I wonder why so many formerly good looking girls let disfigure themselves. But Mona and Lisa are beautiful and their music is perfect! Joni is now more a painter than a musician, but that doesn't matter as long as these two sing her songs.

[@jamesdolan4042]

@@torstenbroeer1797 I am a man, and you reference directed specifically to women, disfigurement and tattoos comes across as awfu)ly chauvinistic. Men also wear tattoos. I am not a fan of tattoos, but I am all in favor of freedom of choice. Some people like art on their bodies. I don't regard them as any less because of their personal choices.

[@torstenbroeer1797]

@@jamesdolan4042 Well, I'm a man and I like women. I do not like men (at least not the way I like women) so it is not so disturbing when they disfigure themselves. But regardless of man or woman: Tattoos are ugly!

[@jamesdolan4042]

@@torstenbroeer1797 thanks for the clarity

[@lesphipps3328]

As a 76 years old chap, I’ve heard many, many versions of this song and loved most of them. This one rises above them all - including Joni’s.

[@elefnishikot]

No, but then I am only 70.

[@franklinmccloud8183]

Excellent but not better than Joni !!

[@marcosmith2501]

As a 74 years old chap, Sweet Judy Blue Eyes' version set the standard.

[@larryps]

Excellent but not better than Joni....different but not better....

[@suzannelawson9215]

Judy Collins had the most beautiful cover ever! Judy's voice was pure gold! Actually in some ways, vocally, I preferred Judy Collins cover over Joni's on this song.

[@ccdg1066]

Thank you Joni for this song. Thank you twins for doing it justice.

[@ricktwomey8439]

Joni Mitchell wrote Both Sides Now....Judy Collins had the HUGE hit with it in late 60s....Judy Collins 82nd Birthday was yesterday May 1, 2021......and now The MonaLisa Twins bring back this great song with their own special touch...great vocal from Lisa ..harmony from Mona and Mona’s special touch with the blues harp beautifully accentuating Lisa’s vocal....WELL DONE GIRLS❤️🧡

[@nickmitsialis]

Totally forgot it was Judy who sang it! My mind told me it was Joan Baez

[@OficialTeixeirinha]

I really admire your work, very good!

[@vs.studios_gravadora]

Very Good!

[@viniciusvilagran6861]

Excellent

[@vaniferreira9286]

Yeah!

[@wilsonrobertomarganelli7177]

The other day I watching a vídeo of a commemorative show in honor of 75th anniversary of Jhonny Mitchell where a constallation of artists performed by picking up her songs. Now seeing this cover that you guys did, I came to the conclusion that if you had participated, the tribute would have been more beautiful, and the honoree would have been dazzled just I was now, listening and seeing you again. Thanks.

[@wilsonrobertomarganelli7177]

It’’ me just to correct a mistake: where you read Jhonny Mitchell, read Joni Mitchell.

[@marksharp4743]

Just fabulous rendition. Nothing more needs to be said.

[@justmoose6534]

Very nice. I've watched you two ladies grow up over the years on here, singing the songs from when I was a kid. Thanks for helping keep that music alive. You are very good singers and musicians, I've purchased a lot of your music and listen regularly. Heading to buy this one now. Thank you.

[@zlamdat]

Hi Just Moose Mike

[@justmoose6534]

@@zlamdat Hi Zlam. Merry Christmas!

[@billbove7304]

I cried listening to this.

[@adorbordallo]

slow music is not that easy as we think, both of you did it perfectly!!

[@Glugskiclumfum]

Lisa's singing here is superb, further - and beautifully - enhanced by Mona's gorgeous harmonies. I wonder why nowadays I don't listen to anything but the twins in the car? Oh yes; nothing else comes close...

[@jet727vans]

Thank you for keeping these early songs alive for the next generations...you’re both wonderful!

[@markweber4854]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written and you two did it proud... like we all knew you would!

[@bobmoslow4636]

The MonaLisa Twins are my favorite performers. How couldn't they be? With such sensitive, talented treatment of the Classics, plus their original songs, they provide their audience with the best of past & present. I loved Mona's finger picking on this. Her harmonica is reminiscent of Dylan's in its gentleness. The high harmonies are special, as is Lisa's lead... I'm also pretty sure they keep looking lovelier as time passes. What serious professionals they are.

[@lbcharlie05]

Magic? Witchcraft? How can these "children" capture a feeling of a generation that existed before they were even born? These ladies never cease to amaze me with how they perform so many songs that I grew up with. And I know they are not Joni (or any other artists) and don't try to be. However they do these great songs JUSTICE!!

[@jaychip1]

Music transcends time and place. That is how they capture 1966.

[@PaulSteinmayer]

Probably my FAVORITE Joni Mitchell song... and there are soooooo many Joni songs to choose from too! Joni's music always evokes emotions with her heartfelt lyrics and music. But I believe you have actually SURPASSED Joni with this one! The emotions and feelings that you pour into this version take this to the stratosphere!!! This could actually be my new favorite MLT song!!!

[@arachnipope]

The un-cluttered beauty of a song well played will never go out of style.

[@jimdunn2667]

two unadorned musicians playing unadorned music, my personal favorite.

[@edwardmeade]

Fifty-five years ago my high school English teacher made us a bring in a poem we'd found every month. This was on of my contributions. Fifty-five years on, it means even more now than back in the day. Thank you for this beautiful rendition.

[@nickholland6537]

I cannot understand how anyone could listen to this and press dislike? This is a really beautiful cover of a song that’s fairly hard to do justice to. I love your Beatles covers and clicked on this as I love the Joni version and I certainly wasn’t disappointed. Well done!

[@philiptipping6738]

1pm

[@franklinmccloud8183]

I will never understand dislikes on beautiful music !! NUTZ !!!!

[@louie4304]

Beautiful job on this song , Thanks Ladies !!

[@Jacksod2501]

Very talented young women, beautiful voices, amazing harmonies and they can play those instruments too. Love to see them live when the pandemic is over.

[@jimoconnor2594]

Beautiful just Beautiful, I'm in my 70's and was was brought up with real music and this is just PERFECTION xx

[@philhogan5978]

Good job on this classic song! It's cloud, love and life illusions that we really don't know at all. I never felt the somber, somewhat dismal vibe of the song before. I felt it here. I was hoping that Mona would look to the camera but she didn't. Part of the mood desired here, I guess. Left me a little melancholy.

[@homeyginomolly]

If you never felt the sombre, dismal quality of this song, you may be used to the Judy Collins version. 👎

[@philhogan5978]

@@homeyginomolly I am used to the Judy Collins version which is the most upbeat, brighter version. Quite a difference in the different versions, I can see now.

[@MikeCalma]

What a nice surprise on a Sunday morning! A great cover of a timeless Joni Mitchell tune. Thank you Mona and Lisa.

[@beatlesdog1]

You two are like Angles sent from Heaven! #Canadafan

[@56yesterday]

This cover made me cry.. just perfect!

[@jungroe]

I absolutely adore your version of this Joni Mitchell classic. Your vocals Lisa are so beautiful and rich as always, it carries so much character and color. The beauty is breathtaking. Then Mona you join in with your vocals and harmonize, and you both take this song to heights I never thought possible. Absolute beauty. Kudos to Mona's harmonicamagic, provides such a soothing and wonderful voice line alongside Lisa's sublime singing. You honour Mitchell's masterpiece magnificently with your truly brilliant interpretation. 🎼🧡

[@sajanim]

I have followed your progress through the years, and you both have matured into AWESOME musicians. Wonderful rendition of both sides now.

[@mugoletti9730]

You two broke my usual attention span of 10 seconds. I just could not stop listening until it was done. That was refreshing like spring water.

[@vonbert57]

Ladies, you have done it once again! Another beautiful, emotional cover of a normally untouchable song. I’m sure Joni is enjoying this one as much as I am.

[@southernrocker63]

These ladies are a treasure. They constantly bless my soul with their music. They remind me of a better time and what makes music special. They are part of a minority of artists that are keeping real music alive.

[@michaelmelling9333]

Amazing song by the great Joni Mitchell.

[@jackihopper2461]

To cover a song of a fab Canadian icon , legend Joni🇨🇦🍁🎼🎵🎶🤩😎, you succeeded superbly, just love your rendition, it's as beautiful as Joni's, Thankyou 👱‍♀️👩‍🦰🇬🇧💛❤🤘👌✌👍☮💜👏👏👏👏

[@wyattleske7487]

One4 opf the best songs by one of the best songwriters

[@jimlynch7421]

Beautiful. One of my favorite songs by one of my favorite artists.🥰

[@johnhorazy12notes]

Wonderful, the secret to cover songs is selecting the perfect match to the singing and performing presentations. This is a perfectly produced cover. Especially commenting from me who was a teenager when this song was first released many, many decades ago.

[@rocketpost1]

Great job ladies, singing a song which is not easy from the great Joni who is one of the best singers of all time. Superb vocal from Lisa and her equally accomplished sister Mona.

[@that_thing_I_do]

Don't you just feel the vulnerability?Great,great,great.

[@ricktwomey8439]

One year ago this week I commented on the birth of my nephews little baby girl Maddie born with a heart defect and asked for prayers from the MLT Club members...and you responded...THANK YOU...Maddie just celebrated her 1st birthday and she is doing Great...one might think “what heart problem “ as the Dr has given Maddie a 👍...HAPPY BIRTHDAY MADDIE.

[@dalefischer4654]

Just as great as Joni Mitchell's!

[@sergiobucciarelli7514]

I listen this song almost every day. I love this twins. Greetings from Argentina

[@dannytrafecante3724]

Lisa wow u hit all the right notes on your vocals ❤👏👏👏🎶 so good 👍😎

[@mikeaustin4758]

I think Joni would approve. Lovely indeed.

[@onlinerecords]

Vocal on "Feather canyons” :) wow, gorgeous!

[@barkbarkbarkbarkable]

When a song and performance on this level of beauty garners zero thumbs down, we will have ascended to a higher plane of existence as a species....

[@damialle]

I’ve always loved this thought-provoking song, such beautiful, poetic lyrics. This is a wonderful rendition with lovely harmony as always, you put a big smile on my face. Joni is a Canadian (as am I), and she is one of our most distinguished and beloved singer-songwriters, so I understand your fondness for her music. You definitely did it justice. 👍

[@johnnypee]

Thanks for a beautiful start to my day. This one is perfect. Your harmonies are giving everybody goosebumps. Every time I watch a Duo Sessions video, it becomes my favorite until I watch a different one. JP

[@user-tj4kc7pv3c]

Back in the days I heard the song so many times but I never followed the words until you to sang this God bless you I love you girls❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😂❤❤❤😂Kalani.

[@richardsteamboat8765]

Keeping The Spirit of Music Alive

[@rickross8917]

Ladies this is so beautiful! Joni would be deeply touched! Its not often that a cover sounds so close to the original, but you both accomplished that feat. Mona, your blues 💙 harp is spot on. And Lisa, your voice is exquisite! Thank you Ladies for making us feel young again. 💛👱‍♀️❤👩‍🦰

[@rickross8917]

@@nankerphelge3771 the MonaLisa Twins take on the impossible time and again,, and continually leave us breathless

[@noelabrera6634]

Great cover as always . My mom bought the Judy Collins version a long time ago and I loved it ever since . I miss you Mom

[@Chris.Brisson]

Superb performance. It's love's illusions I recall,. T'was much fun, so much better than the reality of it all.

[@redflamered]

Fantastic. Best version I have ever heard - and no gimmicks. Just two terrific musicians. Thank you.

[@daveharris7224]

As fabulous as ever ladies. Keep smiling and producing these fabulous songs for all generations to listen to.

[@erikswed]

I Love it 💕 All the best from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@markhoffman2132]

I wondered why the first verse lyrics were slightly different and found out the original version (which you did perfectly) is slightly different from the Judy Collins version I first heard. Excellent job on this

[@frederickherring2284]

This song is one of The 20Th Centuries Great all time songs. Wonderfully done.

[@ArtFernandez1]

They love music.

[@afcbgord1]

Bravo! A fantastic cover of a great song by one of the best solo female singers of all time.

[@steveread3303]

The Genius that is Joni ..

[@pickperson]

still hope to see these two play live one day ..

[@edschulhof6303]

I saw Judy Collins sing this song in concert. It has been one of my favorites ever since. This version is absolutely beautiful. Ausgezeichnet!

[@JerryLazar321]

Bravo & thanks!... May you both find the joy that you bring to so many!...

[@shin-i-chikozima]

If I had not heard their beautiful voices singing this masterpiece , I would not have been able to feel the unfathomable deep meaning of life under cover the hustle and bustle of my every day routine I can't listen to this masterpiece without tears and deep emotion From Tokyo of the Land of the Rising Sun 🇯🇵

[@sergiobucciarelli7514]

I loved your words

[@yonatan1myers]

So good I'm out of words

[@johnkerney24]

I was but a child when this song was published and hit the air waves,, I probably heard it and do not recall it during those early years. Enter the 70s The Eagles, Chicago, legendary Singer Songwriters like Jim Croce, Carole King, smooth 70s Soul Music, ABBA, Fleetwood Mac, Peter Frampton and the louder more assertive sounds of bands like Led Zeppelin, Queen & Aerosmith. I can vaguely recall hearing 'Both Sides", but it failed to gain my attention,,, maybe the opening lyrics were too dreamy & fluffy, maybe the radio stations of the American Midwest passed this song over as well. Who knows? It simply was not on my radar. I was just playing the MonaLisa Twins "Duo Sessions" play list as my head was up in the clouds,,, rather the ceiling fan that I was annoyed with repairing (no parts needed and only a few tools) when this song came on. The opening lyrics again failed to bring me in, but just as my repairs entered the completion phase; "Well something's lost, but something's gained in living every day" sounded in all of its angelic glory. "Well something's lost, but something's gained in living every day I've looked at life from both sides now From win and lose and still somehow It's life's illusions I recall I really don't know life at all I've looked at life from both sides now From up and down and still somehow It's life's illusions I recall I really don't know life at all" It just all made sense. Good Lord, what have I been missing? Repairs aside and feet back on the ground; this song racked up yet another KZbin view as I listened again, but more intently and with a more accepting mind. Those opening fluffy lyrics certainly paint a surreal landscape background for the rest of the song that reveals a deeper meaning of the duality of life. The ever so salient lyrics suddenly become masterfully crafted poetry, well deserving of the brilliant simplicity of this MonaLisa Twins Duo Session recording. I love discovering anew what was once old. Thank You.

[@markmgrdichian6730]

Thank you.

[@rstthomas]

exceptional ladies!

[@6StringPassion.]

The fingerstyle arrangement here is so well thought out and executed. It fits perfectly within the fabric of the song. Heavenly vocals. These two ladies never cease to amaze.... And there's that unmistakable joy that seems to shine through in every performance.

[@wats7033]

I love these stripped down versions made for the MLT Club! Mona and Lisa's talent shines brightly!

[@MICKEY4356]

This is how angels sing.

[@abledminds3380]

Joni would definitely approve! I never realised you had such an amazing vocal range. Just wonderful...

[@Charlesheusel62]

These twin sisters have that rare harmony that only related siblings can have. Like the Wilson Brothers of the Beach Boys Band. Awesome harmonious melodies of perfect singing togetherness. Magjc!

[@frankmachtans2382]

Congratulations, Joni Mitchel's songs are really not easy to sing! You have to dare to do it! You are a wonderful oasis in the world of commercial computer music. I would be happy if you would perform in my hometown.

[@choujoel8537]

Great performance ! Gorgeous twins !

[@03211956]

LIsa, your vocal range is amazing! Mona, awesome harmonies & harp! Keep it up ladies! 🎼🎶💛❤️🎸🎤

[@TheStuport]

What A Delicious Cover of Miss Joni! I remember hearing this as a young pup along with my Twin Brother on our AM Transistor Radio at night when we were suppose to be asleep....Smiles At The Memory! I have been Riding The MonaLisa Bus now for well over 12 years...and This Twin Appreciates You Twins....Thank you for filling My Heart and Soul! Cheers From ohio

[@kennethbowry1521]

Wonderful anybody got a cure for goosebumps because I have them now.

[@user-ys1zc3gp9s]

The 1960s was a better decade when it came to music, movies, tv, books, and so many other wonderful things!!!!

[@Usercantwelve]

Beautifully Done ladies ❤

[@frankb1]

Very nice! It really captures the spirit of the song.