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 CZcams.
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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.
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..
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! 💖
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. ❤️🙏🏽💕
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.
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!!
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😁 ❤
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
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".
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!!!!!!
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!!!
🤩 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! 💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐🙏🏽❤️
Bolts of lace. Come waltzing on a bridal girl. Miles Davis coming through the snowy trees. I’m traveling in some vehicle. Not that one. And always that great giggle🎼
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.
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..
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.
@@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.
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 !
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? 😂
Cyndi Lauper 👍👍and Annie Lennox 👍👍.
And Brandi Carlisle too
All Amazing.. What a Tribute
Gershwin award ceremony
Why was Joni not awarded this Year's ago.
Who's the two ladies dressed alike?
They were fine, but give me a break. Angelique Kidjo, Brandi and Ledisi can actually still sing with precision. Incredible.
@@emilywickler8871They are Lucius
Two legends
Dearest Brandi Carlisle, thank you so so so MUCH for helping Joni return to the public. We love her and we love you!
That is lovely. I love all of you too.
Who is brandi?
Is she blonde and...gorgeous 😅
Brandi is the one who takes the microphone to Joni.
Brandi helps her???? 😂 Joni is a living LEGEND. She don’t need help.
😍 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!
She really adores Joni. 🩷
May I ask to tell me Joni’s full name for me to search who she is? Thanks
@@SonJDoug Joni Mitchell
@@SonJDoug Joni Mitchell??
I m so happy to see Angélique Kidjo growing on the international scene. I grew up with her songs in Africa
That’s so cool!! Music really is the language of the world!!
She is very popular in England and appeared at the prestigious Proms for Africa a couple of years ago.
She’s amazing!
She has been on the international scene for a very long time now
I saw her in Togo 25 years ago and she already then had a fantastic style.
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 ✨
Gosh what a great line for a song! Gonna use it
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 CZcams.
Joni is a living legend! 🥰
Loved the performance ,but the last ,last bit was the cherry on top, ngl. That was a moment!!
Oh my goodness! Cyndi and Annie. What a treat! ❤
Washed up old irrelevant dribblers.
When Joni sang into the mic at the end I started crying lol just a beautiful celebration of a timeless masterpiece
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!
Hello how're you doing?
I loved watching. But who were they honoring with this rendition?
@@allanrodriguez3156 Joni Mitchell. The woman in the audience who ended the song
So you just skipped over Ledisi
@@kurtfelix1412 it's amazing how they just glossed over my girl Ledisi
Cindy Lauper is as youthful and amazing as
ever.She classy and very stylish.❤️💫
So happy for Joni receiving all the applause, love and tributes!
So well Deserved!
For all of us that saw Downtown, USA 🇺🇸 Go down!
I love seeing Brandi jump up and down in her joy!
What a dream come true to have all of these incredibly talented ladies performing together!
That was great and the end brought a tear to my eye
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.
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!
Crying with joy! So awesome!
It doesn't get better than this! Long live music and musical, creative women, and chipping away at fascism!
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.
Managed to hold my tears, but the end got me.
Okay so that was magical! How incredibly awesome and what joy! Joni Mitchell -- icing on the cake!
Oh my God. Joni finishing off the last line of that performance was EVERYTHING 😊😊😊
ORIGINAL OLD SCHOOL LEGENDS, BREATH OF FRESH EVERY DROP FROM THE PAST...GOOD OLE DAYS
Most joyful thing I've seen in ages!
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!
Holy moly that’s a load of talent there. What a treat and well Joni Mitchell thank you 👏👏👏🤗😘💕
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!
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.
Joni Mitchell has always been one of my favorite artists. After fifty years, The Circle Game really hits home.
You can say that again!
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..
Hello how're you doing?
OF COURSE this was in honor of Joni being awarded the GERSHWIN PRIZE! Great singer/songwriter. great music, great times!!!
Thought it was P!nk at first and when seeing the view from afar. Nope, it was Cindy! Omg.🎉❤
I love this video. Love the ending so much! Pure joy. thanks, Brandi. thanks, Joni.
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! 💖
You made an old man cry! Honor is in short supply these days, beautiful to see that are still a few that understand!
Very nice to see so many legendary singers altogether...very beautiful performance and so glad to see the audience enjoy it also!
Annie, Cyndi and Angelique understood the assignment. They served coordinated moves and animation. ICONS and LEGENDS themselves. @2:16
Amazing!!! Just love this group of kick-ass women!!
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.
I couldn't have said it better.
That was great, and such a sweet touch to have Joni sing that last line 👏👏👏👏
that was amazing...it put a huge smile on my face ❤❤😊
So much talent on that stage!!!
Necesito más de cyndi y Annie juntas. Son lo máximo!!!!!!!!
Un sueño verlas juntas... más de ese dúo 😍
Ja, sie müssen was zusammen machen. Das wird stark
siiiii!!!!
the two greatest of the 80's
I love seeing Legendary singers like this sings other Legendary singers songs. Absolutely love it ❤
So much joy and respect on stage! Lovefest! ... also, this song is such a good vibe :)
What a joy. I have tears after seeing Joni sing ❤
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. ❤️🙏🏽💕
Damn... What can i say. A group of perfection.
The end makes me smile every time I watch this, and as for Brandi fantastic!
So nostalgic, Singers of my generation
I love Brandi ❤❤❤❤❤
What a gorgeous precious golden and precise finale to this perfromance.
Living legend! God bless you Mrs. Mitchell
Phenomenal - Loved Joni’s “bass” at the end 👏👏👏🎉
Brandi and Joni …BFFs!!! ❤️
That was so awesome!! You're crying 😭 ..
And all those gorgeous voices singing together still couldnt hold a candle to Joni.
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.
Wow! Those wonderful ladies honouring the fabulous /talented Miss Joni Mitchell! 🌻💛
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!!
I love the end. Epic.
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😁 ❤
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
So so so so true! Great comment!!
Its my childhood too from the other side of the iron curtain 🥰
So remember when Joni released that song...Drove by that parking lot often...Song had a clear message..
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".
What a wonderful tribute. Really captures the depth and breadth of her influence
The ending is so fun to watch. I repeat it many times.
Joni, thanks for your music - sublime.
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!!!!!!
OMG! Love all these AMAZING women!!!!
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!!!
Thanks for uploading this. Another great performance from Cyndi and of course Annie and some brilliant ladies.
🤩 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! 💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐🙏🏽❤️
Bolts of lace. Come waltzing on a bridal girl. Miles Davis coming through the snowy trees. I’m traveling in some vehicle. Not that one. And always that great giggle🎼
Angelique Kidjoe is close to my age - I’m 72 - and she’s got more energy than some young folks.
So true, You Don't Know What You Got Till It's Gone,LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE
❤❤the end was the best part
Fabulous tribute by great artists to another great artist and song writer.
I absolutely LOVE this performance!!!!!!
Canada is proud of our Joni. ❤
This made me so happy and gave me goosebumps. Absolutely wonderful!
I love Annie Lennox and Cindy Lauper! ❤❤❤
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.
Lendária Joni Mitchel 👏🏼👏🏼
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..
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.
@@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.
What an accolade to an artist who has touched the heart strings and minds of so many ..much love Joni 🙏🙏🏿🎩✨🦄
MArvelous, Just pure Divas. These Women are Leyends that will last an eternity.
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 !
Just delightful! Girls wanna have fun!
The vocal variety was refreshingly upbeat and unique!
Completely a fair comment!
😂
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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? 😂
Sending shivers of joy🎉
I’m so happy to find this video but sad I didn’t know it existed. Fantastic all around. Happy tears
Cindy and Annie and super artists absolutely legendary they make us singing, dancing since long time and they are absolutely wonderful
Wow! This is beautiful ❤️
Such a wonderful tribute from all these brilliantly talented women to honor a living legend! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!❤❤❤❤
Perfection !!! Joy and love shared all the way to Sydney Australia !!!
Hi how're you doing?
Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig from Lucius, Brandi Carlile, Ledisi, Annie Lennox, Angelique Kidjo, Cyndi Lauper.
Thank you, i've been scrolling down looking for someone to acknowlege Jess and Holly, not just refer to "the other ladies." 👍
@@rodneybaker6083 it frustrates me when half the people in a video are referred to as "others."
This performed make me a big smile till the end !! So love ladys !! Expecially the end with Joni Michell !!! Wow wow wowwwwwwwwwww
Pure joy - I love all these women!
Was going to say, crying, now am. Magnificent.
Strong beautiful women supporting women, powerhouse love fie Joni ✌️ 🇨🇦
Words to sing
This is just perfect!
Was für eine großartige Performance 🎉😊 Hab am ganzen Körper Gänsehaut ❤❤❤
Instant goosebumps! Songs are healing, more please, Brandi Carlisle ❤