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 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.

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!

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

If there is a voice of an angel…

May 1st 2021 HBD 'Sweet' Judy Blue Eyes

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.

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

Judy, this song is ll YOU and all your in my opinion. Every time you sing it or alter it, it's beautiful, as you are!

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

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.

WOW upon WOW i am close to hitting 72(two days) & this still hits me

Magnificent! What a voice and personality. I like Joni's version more but that does not change that this is just excellent.

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

judy is an american treasure , ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFL

Always beautiful Joni Mitchell and Judy Collins...both will go down in history...

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!

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

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

I was fortunate enough to see Judy Collins perform at Berea College back in 1999.

Beautiful song Both sides now...

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

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

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

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!

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.

A Fragrant, Sweet Song Of Yesterday! Memories Fall Gently Around You Of Different Time!🌹🌈💝👏👏

Judy Collins is just great!

Best rendition ever, pure genius

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

God Judy! You are BEAUTIFUL!

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

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

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".

To my dear friend al who passed away. I will miss you bud. Your family loved you.

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

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)

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.

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

"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

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

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.

Childhood. My Ma played your lovely voice so many days of my life.

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

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

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

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.

A beautiful song can listen over and over

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.😔

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

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!

It's 2020...If we would look at both sides now.....There Would Be Peace...Thanks Judy....Peace Out.

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

Judy Collins what a wonderful artiste !.Lovely voice

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

ah memories Red Rock Colorado. Was a kid. Voice of angel.

Absolutely stunning. Slower than original version but equally mesmerising

One of my favorite singer/songwriters ever!

How absolutly lovely. Thanks Judy.

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!

This is a great tune. Both Judy and Joni do it equally as well. Love both of them.

Beautiful rendition of one of my favorite songs 😊

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.

super emotional music

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"

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....

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. 🙏🇨🇦🌈🦋🌹

A Folk Music "Voice" seems to be pretty rare. Judy Collins has one of the very best!

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