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Songs of a Prairie Girl

Joni Mitchell · 2005

76 min · 13 tracks · folk rock · jazz · art rock

A reflective tapestry of orchestral arrangements and intimate storytelling woven by Joni Mitchell's distinctive voice.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective storytelling woven intricately
  • dynamic peaks and valleys experience
  • long-form exploration of emotions
  • intimate moments for quiet reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification in music
  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'Songs of a Prairie Girl' is a compilation album that showcases Joni Mitchell's work from the 1970s to early 2000s, featuring re-recorded versions of older tracks and live performances. This album marked a return to her folk roots after several years exploring jazz and pop influences, allowing listeners to revisit her classic storytelling through a new lens.
Stylistic neighbors
Laura Nyro· Carole King· Nick Drake

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Urge for Going 5:08
  • 2 The Tea Leaf Prophecy (Lay Down Your Arms) 4:54
  • 3 Cherokee Louise (Orchestral Version, 2002) 6:01
  • 4 Ray’s Dad’s Cadillac 4:33
  • 5 Let the Wind Carry Me 3:56
  • 6 Don Juan’s Reckless Daughter 6:38
  • 7 Raised on Robbery 3:07
  • 8 Paprika Plains (remix) 16:19
  • 9 Song for Sharon 8:37
  • 10 River 4:05
  • 11 Chinese Café / Unchained Melody 5:18
  • 12 Harlem in Havana 4:27
  • 13 Come in From the Cold (edit) 3:38

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