Here Today, Gone Tomorrow

Joni Mitchell · Other Songs - Joni Mitchell

Love is not a game with me

Played with inconsistency

Though my love turned out to be

Here today and gone tomorrow

Love is like a candlelight

Sometimes flickering sometimes bright

Sometimes burning up the night

Here today and gone tomorrow

Live is something of a rover

Comes to town and takes a lover

Packs his bag and then it's over

Here today and gone tomorrow

Love's a field of sugar cane

Sunshine smiles and teardrop rain

Feed it till it's cut again

Here today and gone tomorrow

Loves a rainbow in the sky

None can reach it, still they try

Rainbow chasing fool am i

Here today and gone tomorrow

Love must be the birds in spring

Only lovers hear them sing

All too soon they're on the wing

Here today and gone tomorrow

No love is not a game with me

Played with inconsistency

Though my love turned out to be

Here today and gone tomorrow

Here Today, Gone Tomorrow

Joni Mitchell's 'Here Today, Gone Tomorrow' stands as a poignant exploration of transience and emotional vulnerability, characteristic of her mid-career work. The song exemplifies Mitchell's signature approach to blending intricate fingerpicking with introspective lyricism, capturing the fleeting nature of human connection. Released during a period where she frequently addressed themes of loss and the passage of time, the track reflects her ability to distill complex feelings into accessible melodies. As part of her broader discography, the recording showcases her mastery of vocal phrasing and harmonic sophistication, inviting listeners to contemplate the impermanence of moments. The composition remains a testament to her enduring influence on folk-rock and singer-songwriter traditions, offering a timeless perspective on the human experience.