Joni Mitchell's music career began in coffee shops before she set a new standard by marrying music and lyrics in iconic songs like "Both Sides, Now". Her early work is often classified as folk, but she transcended genres to become a household name. In 2023, she received the prestigious Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
Joni Mitchell: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song
Joni Mitchell receives the esteemed Gershwin Prize for Popular Song from the Library of Congress in March, honoring her outstanding contributions to music.