Good Friends
Joni Mitchell · The Complete Geffen Recordings [2007]
Maybe once or twice a year--
I think nothing would suit me better
(Right now)
Than some downtown atmosphere ...
In the dance halls and the galleries
Or betting in the OTB
Synchronized--like magic
Good friends you and me
The sun goes down in Jersey
Rises over Little Italy--
We could talk it up 'til the block gets up
Swapping stories
Sitting around in some all night zoo
Watching it run like a movie
Synchronized--like magic
Good friends you and me
No hearts of gold
No nerves of steel
No blame for what we can and cannot feel
But now it's cloak and dagger
Walk on eggshells and analyze
Every particle of difference
Gets like mountains in our eyes
You say, "You're unscrupulous!"
You say, "You're naive!"
Synchronized--like magic
Good friends you and me
No hearts of gold
No nerves of steel
No blame for what we can and cannot feel
Sometimes change comes at you
Like a broadside accident
There is chaos to the order
Random things you can't prevent
There could be trouble around the corner
There could be beauty down the street
Synchronized--like magic
Good friends you and me
No hearts of gold
No nerves of steel
No blame for what we can and cannot feel
No nerves of steel
No hearts of gold
No blame for what we can and can't control
Good friends you and me
Good friends you and me
Š 1985 Crazy Crow Music BMI
Good Friends
Joni Mitchell's "Good Friends" stands as a poignant reflection on the complexities of human connection, delivered with her signature lyrical precision and melodic grace. Recorded during her tenure with Geffen Records, the track exemplifies the introspective quality that defined much of her later work. Mitchell's ability to weave personal narrative into universal themes remains a cornerstone of her enduring legacy. The song captures the delicate balance between intimacy and distance, exploring how relationships evolve over time. As part of a rich discography that spans decades, this recording highlights her continued evolution as a songwriter and performer. Listeners are invited to appreciate the subtle emotional depth and musical craftsmanship that characterize Mitchell's contribution to contemporary folk and art pop.