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“At the point where I'm trying to force something and it's not happening, and I'm getting frustrated with, say, writing a poem, I can go and pick up the brushes and start painting. At the point where the painting seems to not be going anywhere, I go and pick up the guitar.”

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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