Sunday, July 17, 2022

Both Sides Now by Judy Collins

 Judy Collins' "Both Sides Now" is a timeless classic that has resonated with listeners for decades. The song is both light and heavy, nostalgic and wise, all at the same time. It's a perfect example of Collins' talent for taking simple lyrics and imbuing them with deeper meaning. The song is ostensibly about the clouds, but it's really about the human experience of growing up and learning to see the world from multiple perspectives. The first verse is full of childlike innocence, with lines like "I've looked at clouds from both sides now." But by the second verse, the tone has shifted, and the lyrics reflect a more seasoned point of view: "I've looked at life from both sides now." The song concludes with a sense of acceptance and understanding, as Collins sings that she's "done with looking for answers now." With its wise and compassionate perspective, "Both Sides Now" remains one of Judy Collins' most beloved songs. Here are the ukulele chords for Both Sides Now.

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