{"id":4545,"date":"2025-07-01T03:08:31","date_gmt":"2025-06-30T19:08:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artgardenhub.com\/?p=4545"},"modified":"2025-07-01T03:08:33","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T19:08:33","slug":"cyndi-lauper-and-annie-lennox-lit-up-the-gershwin-prize-stage-with-a-fierce-joyful-take-on-big-yellow-taxi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/artgardenhub.com\/?p=4545","title":{"rendered":"Cyndi Lauper and Annie Lennox lit up the Gershwin Prize stage with a fierce, joyful take on \u201cBig Yellow Taxi\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Music legends Cyndi Lauper, Annie Lennox, Ang\u00e9lique Kidjo, and Brandi Carlile came together for a memorable rendition of Joni Mitchell\u2019s \u201cBig Yellow Taxi,\u201d delivering a vibrant, joy-filled performance that radiated energy and admiration. With Mitchell herself watching from the audience, the atmosphere was nothing short of electric. The most touching moment came when Carlile stepped offstage, mic in hand, and invited Mitchell to sing the final line\u2014prompting an eruption of emotion from the crowd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Annie Lennox opened the number with a powerful, soulful take on the first verse, setting a heartfelt tone. The seven-woman ensemble then harmonized on the chorus, before Lauper injected her signature flair into the sassy second verse. Carlile followed with a gentle, melodic stanza, paving the way for Kidjo to bring the house down with an explosive solo that clearly delighted Mitchell\u2014her glowing smile said it all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This celebration took place during the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song ceremony on March 1, 2023, at Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., where Mitchell was honored for her groundbreaking contributions to music. The standout performance quickly became the highlight of the evening online, amassing over 1.4 million views and securing its spot as the most-watched clip from the tribute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Cyndi Lauper, Annie Lennox, Ang\u00e9lique Kidjo and more performing Big Yellow Taxi\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CoqSZktN5PU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At 79, Mitchell also took to the stage herself, enchanting the audience with a moving performance of her classic song \u201cBlue.\u201d As she sang the first line with stunning grace, the audience erupted in cheers, visibly moving the iconic artist, who beamed with joy in response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The entire event had an unmistakable magic to it\u2014a gathering of remarkable women celebrating one of their own. Fans were especially moved by the \u201cBig Yellow Taxi\u201d performance, flooding the internet with praise. Comments like \u201cJoni finishing the song was everything!\u201d and \u201cA beautiful celebration of a legend and powerhouse women artists\u201d captured the collective sentiment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Directed by Sandra Restrepo, the ceremony was recorded and released for fans worldwide to enjoy. Highlights from the show can be found on YouTube, while the full concert is available on streaming platforms. For those wanting to explore more of Mitchell\u2019s legacy, her YouTube channel and Instagram are great places to start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"JONI MITCHELL sings SUMMERTIME and THE CIRCLE GAME. A triumph! 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