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Joni Mitchell's Emotional Grammy Debut Leaves Audiences in Tears

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Discover the touching moments from Joni Mitchell's first performance at the Grammy Awards and the emotional impact she had on the audience.

At 80 years old, music icon Joni Mitchell made her long-awaited debut on the Grammy Awards stage, captivating audiences with a moving performance that left many in tears. Mitchell's performance of 'Both Sides Now' at the 2024 Grammy Awards marked a significant milestone in her legendary career, receiving a standing ovation for her poignant rendition of the classic song. The Canadian singer's return to the spotlight after battling health challenges resonated deeply with fans, showcasing her enduring talent and influence in the music industry.

Amidst the star-studded evening honoring the best in music, Mitchell's performance stood out as a moment of pure emotion and artistry. Her presence on stage, despite facing health obstacles in the past, highlighted the timeless power of her music and the impact it has had on generations of listeners. As Mitchell took home a Grammy for Best Folk Album, her performance not only celebrated her achievements but also served as a reminder of the lasting legacy she has created throughout her illustrious career.

Reflecting on Mitchell's journey from a folk music trailblazer to a Grammy-winning artist, it's clear that her influence transcends time and genre boundaries. Her performance at the Grammys not only showcased her enduring talent but also reminded the world of the indelible mark she has left on the music industry. With a career spanning decades, Joni Mitchell's Grammy debut was a moment that will be remembered for years to come, solidifying her status as a true icon in the world of music.

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Grammy Awards: Joni Mitchell makes performance debut (The Daily Herald)

Joni Mitchell, 80, has performed at the Grammy Awards for the first time in her lengthy career.

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Joni Mitchell, 80, has Grammys audience in tears as she performs at ... (Mirror.co.uk)

The 2024 Grammy Awards honoured the best and biggest in the music industry across all genres in the past year. The glamorous award show was held February 4.

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Joni Mitchell performs and Celine Dion appears at Grammy Awards (AM800 (iHeartRadio))

The two Canadian music legends were among the brightest moments on a night which saw several other homegrown talents secure their own Grammy milestones.

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Watch Joni Mitchell Perform 'Both Sides Now' At Grammy Awards 2024 (Clash Magazine)

Joni Mitchell made an emotional return to the Grammy awards last night (February 4th). The Canadian icon suffered a brain aneurysm in 2015, which many.

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Joni Mitchell Marks 1st Ever Grammys Performance With Both Sides ... (Republic World)

Music legend Joni Mitchell's very first Grammy Award 55 years ago, back in 1969, was for the 'Clouds' album, on which 'Both Sides Now' appeared.

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Grammy 2024 guests reduced to tears as frail Joni Mitchell, 80 ... (Daily Express)

Both Sides Now singer Joni Mitchell received a standing ovation for her poignant rendition of the hit song as she performed at last night's Grammy Awards.

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Joni Mitchell fans tear up over 80-year-old's first-ever Grammys ... (The Independent)

On Sunday 4 February, Mitchell, 80, took to the stage at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California, for a stunning performance of her 1966 song “Both ...

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Milwaukee's SistaStrings joins Joni Mitchell at the Grammys for her ... (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)

Chauntee and Monique Ross played strings and sang for the 80-year-old Mitchell's first Grammys performance, with Brandi Carlile and others.

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Joni Mitchell, 80, stuns Grammys audience to tears with rare ... (Metro)

Joni Mitchell, 80, moved the 2024 Grammys audience to tears with a rare performance, nine years after her brain aneurysm.

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The joy of Joni Mitchell's return (New Statesman)

Mitchell is potentially adding 20 years to the shelf life of the major rock star by performing at the Grammys in an easy chair at 80, walking stick in hand.

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Joni Mitchell, 80, and the Grammys debut that was worth waiting for (Toronto Star)

The Canadian music icon took to the Grammys stage for the first time at the 2024 show. She also took home a Grammy for best folk album.

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Joni Mitchell's Grammys performance is taking people back to 'Love ... (Yahoo Lifestyle)

The singer-songwriter has won 10 Grammys, including one this year for best folk album. In 2002, she won a lifetime achievement award from the Recording Academy.

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Retracing Joni Mitchell's Style Evolution From Lady of the Canyon to ... (Vogue.com)

In the wake of Mitchell's moving performance at the 2024 Grammys, Vogue reassesses the iconic singer-songwriter's impressive style legacy.

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Joni Mitchell makes her live debut at Grammys with "Both Sides Now" (The Line of Best Fit)

In celebration of winning Best Folk Album at the 66th annual Grammy Awards, Joni Mitchell made her live debut at the ceremony with a performance of "Both ...

Joni Mitchell, Tracy Chapman put on historic performances at the ... (WTMJ-TV)

Joni Mitchell made her Grammy performance debut on Sunday night and Tracy Chapman shared the stage with Luke Combs.

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Celine Dion surprises at Grammy Awards, Joni Mitchell performs ... (CityNews Montreal)

Montreal folk singer-songwriter Allison Russell landed her first Grammy win while Romania-born, Canada-raised pop wizard Serban Ghenea clocked his 20th. But it ...

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Joni Mitchell Performed at the Grammys for the First Time in Her ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Cultural icon Joni Mitchell just made her debut on the Grammys stage for the first time in her decades-long career. Watch her performance here.

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In pictures: Legendary singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell (CNN)

Joni Mitchell, a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, is best known for 1970s hits such as “Big Yellow Taxi,” “Blue,” “Amelia” and “Woodstock.

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Joni Mitchell makes Grammys debut at age 80 with rare, touching ... (Globalnews.ca)

Joni Mitchell won her 10th Grammy Award and later performed 'Both Sides Now' on music's biggest night.

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Who Is Joni Mitchell? These Books Tell the Story of the Beloved ... (Hollywood Reporter)

After making her Grammy Awards debut at age 80, we round up the best Joni Mitchell biographies, books and music: Here's were to find and buy online.

Joni Mitchell And The Power Of Homage At The Grammy Awards (WMOT)

Molly Tuttle won her second Best Bluegrass Album in a row. Influential Americana stars Allison Russell and Brandy Clark won their first-ever Grammy Awards.

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Why isn't Joni Mitchell's on Spotify? The folk artist pulled her work in ... (The Tennessean)

In 2022, singer-songwriter Neil Young criticized Spotify for having "The Joe Rogan Experience" podcast and host Joe Rogan's spread of misinformation about COVID ...

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Why Joni Mitchell's Grammys Performance Struck Such a Powerful ... (TIME)

At 80, Mitchell reaffirmed the breathtaking power of a 56-year-old song that aged beautifully alongside its prescient writer.

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Joni Mitchell Is Winning The Post-Grammys Sales Bump (Forbes)

Joni Mitchell performed her hit "Both Sides, Now" at the 2024 Grammys, and ever since, several versions of the song have been selling well on iTunes.

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Joni Mitchell performance, award among highlights at Grammys (Saskatoon StarPhoenix)

Joni Mitchell's return to the stage earned her a Grammy and her performance at the music showcase was an emotional highlight of the event.

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Joni Mitchell earns standing ovation for her performance at the 2024 ... (KTVQ Billings News)

Folk singer Joni Mitchell made history at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards by performing on the Grammys stage for the first time in her decades-long career.

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Joni Mitchell makes her Grammys performance debut, with a ... (WBAL Baltimore)

Joni Mitchell more than held her own on Sunday night at the Grammys, where she made her debut as a performer in addition to winning a trophy.

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Joni Mitchell makes her Grammys performance debut, with a ... (WCVB Boston)

Joni Mitchell more than held her own on Sunday night at the Grammys, where she made her debut as a performer in addition to winning a trophy.

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Tracy Chapman and Joni Mitchell Are Grammy Telecast Winners: TV ... (Variety)

Performances by Tracy Chapman and Joni Mitchell made for the best Grammys in years. But the refusal to book best new artist contenders leaves a hole.

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Milwaukee's SistaStrings accompany Joni Mitchell at Grammys (Wisconsin Public Radio News)

When Joni Mitchell made an emotional appearance at the Grammys this weekend, a pair of Milwaukee sisters were on backup. Mitchell, who is 80, ...

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CBS 58's One Good Thing: Milwaukee duo performs with Joni ... (WDJT)

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Sunday, legend Joni Mitchell took the stage for her first-ever Grammy performance at 80 years old. Milwaukee duo SistaStrings joined ...

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