Today, we celebrate the 82nd birthday of the iconic Joni Mitchell — the groundbreaking singer-songwriter whose poetic lyrics and haunting melodies defined a generation.

Born on November 7, 1943, in Fort Macleod, Alberta, Canada, Mitchell rose to fame in the late 1960s and became one of the defining voices of the 1970s. With confessional songwriting that ranged from raw heartbreak to philosophical introspection, she crafted timeless anthems like “A Case of You,” “Both Sides Now,” and “Big Yellow Taxi.” Her ability to blend folk, jazz, pop, and soul set her apart as a fearless innovator.