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Iconic singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell made headlines during her recent performance at the Hollywood Bowl, where she passionately addressed political issues involving Donald Trump.
During a live performance on October 19, 2024, Mitchell voiced concern about the upcoming elections and mocked Trump. The artist pointed out that, as a Canadian citizen, she was unable to vote in the U.S. elections, referring to herself as a "lousy immigrant."
"I wish I could vote – I'm Canadian. I'm one of those lousy immigrants," Mitchell said.
Roberta Joan "Joni" Mitchell CC is a Canadian-American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and painter. She gained recognition for her innovative approach to songwriting and is considered one of the leading figures in folk music from the late 20th century.
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Her best works include A Case of You, Big Yellow Taxi, River, Woodstock, and Both Sides, Now.
Joni Mitchell shakes the stage with Donald Trump remarks at the Hollywood Bowl
Over the weekend, Joni Mitchell performed at the Hollywood Bowl, where she took the opportunity to address Donald Trump during her set. As part of her set, she performed one of her biggest hits from 1985, Dog Eat Dog.
While singing a line that references "snakebite evangelists," Mitchell followed with the remark "Like Donald Trump." The lyrics read:
"Dog eat dog / You'll do well in this land of / Snakebite evangelists and racketeers / You could get to be a big wig financier."
Additionally, in a video that circulated online from the concert, Joni Mitchell is seen using a curse word about Donald Trump.
"F**k Donald Trump!" Mitchell said.
According to Music News, several members of the audience reacted to her comment with shouts from the crowd. In response, Joni Mitchell urged the gathering of 17,000 people to prioritize voting, emphasizing its importance.
"Everybody get out and vote. This is an important one," Mitchell said.
Mitchell received a standing ovation after the concert and her call to action for audience members to vote. This performance represents a significant moment in Mitchell's continued engagement with political and social issues through her music. Currently, Donald Trump has not publicly responded to Mitchell's remarks.
Joni Mitchell returns to live performance after two decades
On Saturday, Joni Mitchell triumphantly returned to live performance after a 24-year hiatus at a concert titled Joni Jam in Los Angeles, United States. According to Music News, the Canadian artist performed several songs live for the first time, including Sunny Sunday and God Must Be A Boogie Man.
During the show, Mitchell was joined by several notable artists, including Annie Lennox, Marcus Mumford, Brandi Carlile, and Rita Wilson. Together, they performed some of her beloved songs, including Big Yellow Taxi, California, Both Sides, Now, and a rendition of Elton John's I'm Still Standing.
The reason for her extended absence from the stage was a brain aneurysm. According to Parade, the artist was found unconscious and unresponsive in her home on March 31, 2015, after suffering a rupture of a brain aneurysm.
In an interview with The Guardian in October 2020, Joni Mitchell reflected on her recovery, revealing that she was learning to talk and walk again following the incident.
"Once again I couldn't walk. I had to learn how again. I couldn't talk. Polio didn't grab me like that, but the aneurysm took away a lot more, really. Took away my speech and my ability to walk. But I mean, I'm a fighter," Mitchell said.
Furthermore, Mitchell indicated that while she could speak relatively quickly, she faced challenges with walking. She expressed confidence in her recovery, attributing her resilience to her Irish heritage.
According to Today News, Mitchell made her return to public appearances in 2021 and has since received several accolades, including the Kennedy Center Honor. The publication also reported that the Canadian artist is currently in good health.
