A Case of You
Joni Mitchell
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Just before our love got lost you said I am as constant as a northern star and I said, Constantly in the darkness Where's that at? If you want me I'll be in the bar On the back of a cartoon coaster In the blue TV screen light I drew a map of Canada Oh Canada With your face sketched on it twice Oh you are in my blood like holy wine You taste so bitter And so sweet oh I could drink a case of you darling and I would Still be on my feet Oh I would still be on my feet Oh I am a lonely painter I live in a box of paints I'm frightened by the devil And I'm drawn to those ones that ain't afraid I remember that time that you told me, you said "Love is touching souls" Surely you touched mine 'cause Part of you pours out of me In these lines from time to time Oh you are in my blood like holy wine You taste so bitter And so sweet oh I could drink a case of you darling Still I'd be on my feet I would still be on my feet I met a woman She had a mouth like yours, she knew your life She knew your devils and your deeds and she said "Go to him stay with him if you can But be prepared to bleed" Oh but you are in my blood you're my holy wine You're so bitter bitter and so sweet oh I could drink a case of you darling Still I'd be on my feet I would still be on my feet hmm
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Written by: Joni Mitchell
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10 facts about this song
Songwriter Fact"A Case of You" is written and composed by Joni Mitchell herself, showcasing not only her sultry character as a singer but also her creative genius as a lyricist and composer.
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Album FactThe song is part of the album "Blue," which was released in 1971 and is considered by many critics as one of the greatest albums of all time.
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Performance Fact"A Case of You" captures Mitchell's signature guitar tuning style. Instead of a standard tuning, she often tuned her guitar in unusual ways to create a unique sound.
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Wording FactThe lyrics, "I could drink a case of you, darling and I would still be on my feet," were inspired by English poet Dylan Thomas' famous statement about drinking '18 straight whiskeys' claiming it was "the record".
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Influence Fact"A Case of You" is widely regarded as one of Joni Mitchell's most significant songs having been covered by multiple artists like Diana Krall, James Blake, and Prince over the years.
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Art Inspiration FactJoni Mitchell drew the album's cover art while looking at herself in a mirror, reflecting the emotional and introspective nature of the songs like "A Case of You".
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Recording FactInstead of recording in a standard studio, Mitchell recorded parts of "Blue" including "A Case of You," at her home, offering a more intimate and candid listening experience.
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Song Popularity FactDespite not being officially released as a single, "A Case of You" remains one of her best-loved and most respected songs and continues to be a popular choice in television shows, films, and among other musicians.
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Song Interpretation Fact"A Case of You" is a love song that metaphorically expresses the idea of loving someone through their complexity, using the comparison of someone's character to a wine that is rich, sweet, and intoxicating.
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Personal Influence FactAccording to Mitchell, the loves and losses in her life, including her relationships with Graham Nash and Leonard Cohen, influenced the songwriting of "A Case of You".
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