JUDY COLLINS - "Both Sides Now" with Arthur Fiedler and the Boston Pops 1976 

oh my goodness...what happened to all these angels that made us all dream of a better tomorrow...what happened to music, what happened to the world... God bless you Judy, Joni, Joan..... For ever and ever in my heart!...

Judy Collins. Karen carpenter. God gave a special voice that touches you no matter what

Now l am 60 years old. First heard this song when l am 12 years old... ❤🎉😊

So good that Judy Blue Eyes is still touring 48 years after this performance...

One of the purest voices of our time: Judy Collins!

There is no voice that can close to Judy's. Current singers all sound alike. But nobody has the style and grace of Judy Collins. God Bless her.

She opens her mouth and you instantly know that it's Judy Collins.......legend....one word....legend.

My God! I'm 50 years old, and I've heard this song my whole life. It's always been just a pleasant little tune to me. Today I'm really contemplating the lyrics for the first time, and I can't keep it together. Joni Mitchell is a poetic genius!

This came out when I was in Vietnam on gunboats and this, with a couple of other tunes, kept me from going completely out of my mind.

Judy Collins was born in Seattle, Washington on May 1st, 1939. She is a Grammy Award-winning American singer and songwriter with a career spanning over 60 years. She is known for her eclectic tastes in the material she records (which has included folk music, show tunes, pop music, rock and roll and standards) for her social activism, and for the clarity of her voice. Collins has released 28 studio albums, 4 live albums, numerous compilation albums and 4 holiday albums. Today, May 1st, 2021, she is celebrating her 82nd birthday.

I remember my mom putting this record on when I was little. Miss you mom! ❤

I saw her in Stockton, California in 1971. She was a bit timid on stage but still had her majestic voice. I was 19 then.

Just a lovely, lovely song. This is one of those songs that will live on for hundreds of years. People will be listening to this the way we listen to Mozart or Chopin.

Just recently had the great privilege of standing at the front and watching this beautiful lady perform at the Cambridge folk festival in England , she told stories of her friendships with Leonard Cohn and Joni Mitchell and sang a wonderful set of songs ❤😊

I'm 65 and still know this song words lovely my retirement from teaching for 40 years and married my high schools sweet heart 40years on 9 April 1984.

Judy Collins is just great!

judy is an american treasure , ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFL

Sweet Judy blue eyes. The voice. OMG, that voice.❤

Beautiful princess Judy Collins. I love this song and her voice. Brings back great memories! Thanks Joni Mitchell!

I just saw her 3 days ago (May 24 2019). At age 80 she still sounds amazing.

Sweet Judy blue eyes. wow just wow. I liked this song when it came out, I was about 10. I listen to it now as a fifty six year old man and it makes me wanna cry. One grows to appreciate the truly beautiful as life goes by. Just love it.

Best rendition ever, pure genius

This was played at my mom's wake. What a beautiful somhy

This all brings back memories. I graduated high school in '76. The music from the 60-70's will never be beat.

A beautiful song can listen over and over

I imagine someday I'll hear voices like this in Heaven.

Honored to dine with Ms Collins many many years ago. A beautiful and talented person who sustained me throughout several decades with her music.

Judy Collins is one of my favourite artists of all times,I listen to her songs everyday,blessed to be one of her passionate fans, love you very much,Judy

Life doesn't get any better than seeing and hearing this video. It's as good as it gets. Total Joy!

One of the best voices ever and one the best song writers ever.

Judy Is always one of my favourite artists of all times, I like her vision of this song as much as Joni Mitchell’s original,love you very much and blessed to be one of your fans

How absolutly lovely. Thanks Judy.

She lost her only son. Her rendition of "Sons of" always brings my abundant tears... 😢

"Both Sides Now" Rows and flows of angel hair And ice cream castles in the air And feather canyons everywhere I've looked at clouds that way But now they only block the sun They rain and snow on everyone So many things I would have done But clouds got in my way I've looked at clouds from both sides now From up and down, and still somehow It's cloud illusions I recall I really don't know clouds at all Moons and Junes and Ferris wheels The dizzy dancing way you feel As every fairy tale comes real I've looked at love that way But now it's just another show You leave 'em laughing when you go And if you care, don't let them know Don't give yourself away I've looked at love from both sides now From give and take, and still somehow It's love's illusions I recall I really don't know love at all Tears and fears and feeling proud To say "I love you" right out loud Dreams and schemes and circus crowds I've looked at life that way But now old friends are acting strange They shake their heads, they say I've changed Well something's lost, but something's gained In living every day I've looked at life from both sides now From win and lose and still somehow It's life's illusions I recall I really don't know life at all I've looked at life from both sides now From up and down and still somehow It's life's illusions I recall I really don't know life at all

Judy has truly transcended generations. The quality only all time greats can boast

God bless you, Judy❤ And thank you❤

I listen to "Judy's clowns" two or three times a year... makes me cry every time... beautiful voice, beautiful eyes...

Her voice is so incredible that sometimes I feel like I'm going into a trance.

Yes yes yes oh what a thrill

I can't listen without my tears flowing. My heart was squeezed and it ran out my eyes !

Wow, this song in a live performance is absolutely stunning.

Beautiful rendition of one of my favorite songs 😊

She sings so much like Joan Baez. I am 84yrs & have never heard of her before now. Maybe not known very well in Qld Australia. Would love to see & hear her.

Has there ever been a more beautiful voice, I don't think so ! A voice of an angel for sure. What wonderful times those were back in the 60's, my heart breaks knowing they are gone.

We need plenty of Judy Collins today January 2021...👍👍👍

Judy Collins what a wonderful artiste !.Lovely voice

Judy, you are still so beautiful when you sing this! I love your voice.

Damn this brings back memories of a time I’ll never live again. Take me back and let that time go on for eternity.

Her enchanting voice, speaking and singing, is almost indescribably beautiful, haunting and unforgettable. The amazing sound and motion picture camera is surely our most profound invention, a time machine portal upon lost worlds. Thanx to the extremely few intrepid geniuses who invented it around one hundred thirty years ago, truly amazing.

Suite Judy Blue Eyes. Yo have always been a favorite since my parents bought me a 45 of Chelsea Morning and Amazin Grace. I loved it when you sang Amazing Grace for the late Gloria Vanderbilt. I had a wonderful cleansing cry. God Bless you. I also have read a few of your books. You are an awesome lady with a God given talent. From a proud Canadian. 🙏🇨🇦🌈🦋🌹

God I love this song, I love Judy God this is such a treasure.

So many memories...

I first saw and heard Judy around 1963 when I was 14 years-old. She and Tom Paxton I think it was, were making their rounds on Cape Cod, (and Massachusetts) at that time. They put on a nice little show at the old National Guard Armory, (which is now a court house) on Jones Road in Falmouth, Ma. Judy was absolutely fabulous that night! I can still see her on that little stage wearing a white dress and high heels. She had the most beautiful, big blue eyes I have ever witnessed. I've been a huge fan of hers all these years and my favorite song sung by her is, "Both Sides Now".

The song grows old with age, but it still makes memories refresh every times I listen to this song.

I don't think she takes a breath this whole song-just keeps going 🎶 loved her on "Christy".

A real golden oldie that is being revived. Have a restful nights sleep dear Jen. xx♥♥

Maria Cisneros Toth 1 year ago In 1970, I had a hip twenty-something 7th grade english teacher. One day Miss Taylor handed out a poem for us to read as a class. Then she put on a record and it was Judy Collin's "Both Sides Now." It was the day I fell in love with poetry....

i love both joni and judy so much. they are true treasures.

it's been 3 years and my childhood is still over.

I've always loved that ever since I first heard it in '67.'

This is amazing! First she gives melody (well most of it), and then she harmonizes around the melody, giving it a feel of improvisation. All the while, doing some really interesting things with the phrasing. This takes not only solid musicianship, but also sharp mental focus to keep it all together.

It was a special time, for some of us the time of our youth, hopes, and dreams. Now we are ever so slowly growing old. I truly miss them days, I'm glad I grew up then. When I hear music like this from back then, it makes me think of friends and family who are no longer with us, but was here back then.😔

WHAT A CLASSY VERSION OF A CLASSIC!!! GIVES CHILLS....

I'll always be haunted by this song intill the day I leave this life. On December 9th 1968 I was a still a Teenager, a US Marine on the final day of operation Meade River. During the morning I was on the gather up the dead detail, and throwing them on the Helicopters, Both Sides was playing on Armed Forces radio.

I grew up when this was a hit. Those were the best of times.

One of my favorite singer/songwriters ever!

Good gosh what a beautiful voice. As clear pure and crisp as a bright Spring morning. Her version of Where Are The Clowns is perfectly heartbreaking

A BEAUTIFUL WORKING PRINCESS! JUDY COLLINS YOU ARE ONE OF A KIND !

Two Judy's were amazing in 60s the other one Judith Durham from The Seekers

Such a beautiful voice! One of the greatest singers ever...period!

Arthur Fiedler was one of the great “Pops” orchestra conductors of all time. Judy sings this melodious song with words that everyone can relate to!

timeless beauty.... so blessed to have experienced this music throughout my life

Heavenly voice!!!

So moved by my emotions, I couldn't type that which I stated moments earlier. Lemme try again. Both Sides Now is belongs to you, Judy, & every altering you do to it, is beautiful, as are you!

I grew up in the 50's and early 60's. While other kids were listening to rock and roll, I was buying folk song records from Seeger, Bikel, Baez, Collins, and many others. I guess that was why I became a member of the SDS in college. I protested the Vietnam War every chance I got. Then in late 1969, I was drafted into the marines. Fortunately I was spared most combat. USMC1969-1971

One of most beautiful of our generation..always brings back tears...

I saw Judy several years ago. She sings just as pretty as she did when I first heard her in the 60's.

I heard this before years ago. But now listen to the words. It has a meaning for all of us in many different ways. It means a lot to me and maybe others.

In 1981 I went to a Spyro Gyra concert at Chicagofest. Judy Collins was the act before Spyro. I had never heard of her. She came on, sat behind her piano, and put on a SPECTACULAR, relaxed, show. What pianist! What a voice! Great band! Judy blew my mind, and I never did drugs, ha! I fell in love. 39 years later, I am still in love with you, Judy!

That this beauty of interpretation is a gift from the Gods.

What a confident, creative, wonderful rendition of this classic song. Beautiful take by Ms. Collins. Great job.

Singing, musicianship, unique, yearning physical beauty. She's the whole package.

I’ve LOVED this song for YEARS…it expresses so vividly and beautifully the MYSTERY that is LIFE…such a unique, never-to-be-repeated experience for each individual!

Angelic voice, we've been very blessed . Especially with the Boston Pops.

Seen her in 2022 and still as awesome....❤

This song goes out to my friend al who passed away today. I will miss you bud.

Such a beautiful voice a beautiful song and a beautiful woman.

Beautiful...can't believe a live version can sound like this, truly only a very talented performer can sound this strong and melodious.

Always loved this song and think that Judy Collins is one of the best people to sing it!

Beautiful..... man, the sixties had impactful music!..... I fear we need that today, as it;s lacking drastically!

It is maddening when an artist takes a fantastic song and decides to make it "better" Like holding a note a little longer than the original or changing a natural to a flat. My Dad's words: "If it aint broke, don't fix it"

PERFECT immaculate STUNNING JUDY COLLINS

In my book Judy Collins is the only female folk singer who can be considered in the same class as the late, great Mary Travers. I just love the way she sings and that voice is just as clear as a bell.

I swear it's like an angel from heaven singing to you

One of the treasures of the American singers. Guitar and piano players I have ever heard and seen.

Emsamum 3 years ago no one can outshine Judy. Bliss finding this and the memories of my summers as a girl with her voice in the background

I want to see her sing in person. She’s always pulled my emotional strings. I got a glimpse thru my sister tonight. She’s perfect(my sister too)

Superb. 💙 T.E.N.

She has amazing ability of toying with harmonics and melody. Back and forth to minor and back again and then throwing rhythm out the window but floating time. She’s really something else.

Loved her all my life, she takes it to a higher spiritual level. God Bless her kind heart