The album Both Sides Now by Joni Mitchell is a deeply reflective, orchestral work released in 2000. It stands out as one of the most mature and emotionally rich recordings of her career.

Unlike her earlier folk and pop recordings, this album leans heavily into jazz and orchestral pop. Backed by a full orchestra arranged by Vince Mendoza, Mitchell reinterprets classic American standards alongside a few of her own songs. The lush strings and restrained tempos give the album a cinematic, almost late-night atmosphere. Notable songs include the title track “Both Sides Now” – a reimagined version of her 1969 classic, now slower and more poignant.