Ladies' Man
Joni Mitchell · The Complete Geffen Recordings [2007]
Well, I've heard of heartbreakers
But you take the cake
Ladies' man
You could charm the diamonds
Off a rattlesnake
Ladies' man
Ladies bring it on over
When you give 'em the glance
They don't stand a chance
First, you unfold them
Then you pigeon-hole 'em
Ladies' man
Well it sure takes a lot of
Good natured self-control
Ladies' man
When I'm so hot for you and
You're so cold, so cold
Ladies' man
Why do you keep on trying to
Make a man of me
Couldn't you just love me--
Like you love cocaine
Cocaine head games
Cross my heart I swear
I'm not trying to trick you
No tricks
Ladies' man
It's just a straight ahead feeling
I have for you
Nothing slick
Ladies' man
I guess you learn to refuse
What you think you can't handle
You're acting like a vandal
Wrecking the dream
At the first bad scene
Ladies' man
Ladies' man
Ladies' man
Ladies' man
Š 1982 Crazy Crow Music, BMI
But you take the cake
Ladies' man
You could charm the diamonds
Off a rattlesnake
Ladies' man
Ladies bring it on over
When you give 'em the glance
They don't stand a chance
First, you unfold them
Then you pigeon-hole 'em
Ladies' man
Well it sure takes a lot of
Good natured self-control
Ladies' man
When I'm so hot for you and
You're so cold, so cold
Ladies' man
Why do you keep on trying to
Make a man of me
Couldn't you just love me--
Like you love cocaine
Cocaine head games
Cross my heart I swear
I'm not trying to trick you
No tricks
Ladies' man
It's just a straight ahead feeling
I have for you
Nothing slick
Ladies' man
I guess you learn to refuse
What you think you can't handle
You're acting like a vandal
Wrecking the dream
At the first bad scene
Ladies' man
Ladies' man
Ladies' man
Ladies' man
Š 1982 Crazy Crow Music, BMI
Ladies' Man
On The Complete Geffen Recordings, Joni Mitchell delivers a tender ballad titled Ladies' Man, showcasing her signature blend of acoustic intimacy and lyrical depth. The track exemplifies her ability to explore complex emotional landscapes with clarity and grace, characteristic of her mid-career work. Mitchell's vocal delivery and intricate guitar work create a soundscape that balances vulnerability with strength, reflecting themes of love and self-worth often found in her discography. This recording stands as a testament to her mastery of the folk-rock genre, capturing a moment of quiet reflection that resonates with listeners seeking authentic musical expression.