The Crazy Cries Of Love

Joni Mitchell · Other Songs - Joni Mitchell

It was a dark and a stormy night

Everyone was at the wing ding

They weren't the wing ding type

So they went up on the train bridge

Where the weather was howling



And oh, oh, my my

When that train comes rolling by

No paper thin walls, no folks above

No one else can hear the crazy cries of love



They were laughing, they were dancing in the rain

They knew their love was a strong one

When they heard the far off whistle of a train

They were hoping it was going to be a long one



'Cuz oh, oh, my my

When that train comes rolling by

No paper thin walls, no folks above

No one else can hear the crazy cries of love



In the back booth of an all night cafe

Two dripping raincoats are hanging

Outside in the weather

The shade on the streetlight is clanging



And they smile ear to ear and eye to eye

Ice cream is melting on a piece of pie

Oh, my my no one else can hear

The cries of love



Every kiss was sweet and strong

Every touch was totally tandem

As the train come a rumbling along

They sang a lover's song of wild abandon



And oh, oh, my my

When that train comes rolling by

No paper thin walls, no folks above

No one else can hear the crazy cries of love



No paper thin walls, no folks above

No one else can hear the crazy cries of love

The Crazy Cries Of Love

Joni Mitchell's "The Crazy Cries Of Love" stands as a poignant song in her expansive discography, reflecting the emotional depth that defines her songwriting. Known for her distinctive vocal style and innovative guitar tunings, Mitchell often explores complex themes of romance and heartbreak within her work. This particular track captures the raw intensity of emotional turbulence, a hallmark of her early to mid-career recordings. While specific album placement may vary across different compilations, the song remains a testament to her ability to convey profound personal narratives through melody and lyricism. Mitchell's contribution to folk and pop music continues to influence generations of artists, with this piece serving as a reminder of her enduring legacy in crafting intimate, resonant compositions that speak to universal human experiences.