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Quote by Joni Mitchell

“Don't it always seem to go, that you don't know what you've got till it's gone.”

Quote by Joni Mitchell

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Joni Mitchell is a renowned Canadian musician, singer-songwriter, and painter, born on November 7, 1943. Her musical career began in the 1960s, and she is known for her unique folk rock style and poignant lyrics. Her representative works include 'Woodstock', 'Big Yellow Taxi', and 'A Case of You', which have had a profound impact on future generations. more

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