You are so right. She w as 22-- it was 1975 and actually the lyrics are retrospective, so it is exactly about some one looking back-- at 17, so she couldn't be singing this when she was 17
11 years назад
Gypsy Lace
Janis Ian wrote this song and performed it a lifetime ago...
11 years назад
glowros
Try Janey's Blues and Pro-Girl off of Janis' first album if you want to hear two of the most heart ripping songs of that generation.
11 years назад
Louise Bader
Perhaps leave this one to Janis!! Why mess with a beautiful song and create such a unwarranted copy. Maybe you could sing your own music if you have some?
11 years назад
Superbook4Eva
Actually Janis was in her early 20s when she wrote this song. When Janis herself was 17, she was coming off a big hit with "Society's Child (Baby I've Been Thinking)." I have never thought Janis was all that ugly though. The covers of her "Stars" and "Between The Lines" albums are beautiful. And yes, Jann is awesome! I've been a fan since my aunt bought me "Living Under June" when "Insensitive" was a hit. Very underappreciated talent, at least outside Canada.
11 years назад
QueerSwede1
so good....can´t listen over and over to this
12 years назад
Linda Greengrass
so many of us can identify with this
12 years назад
Jahan Zeitzev
Janis Ian wrote and performed this song, rather famously, at 17 years of age. It was in '72 maybe. It is historical to me because I am 28. I LOVE Jann's work! I espcially love I Would Die for You(Check out Angel of Shiraz for soundtrack). It is important for Ms. Ian to get credit for her song, even if it was a long time ago. I like Jann's version better but Janis Ian's looks suited the lyrics better. If you see JI you will understand the song.
13 years назад
lacombelj
I just love this song Jann. You sing it soo hauntingly, it's like hearing a little prayer streignt from the heart. My God girl how write & sing is beyond amazing. Jann R. you are just a little piece of heaven sent for us mortals to realize all the beauty this world has to offer. I love you sweet lady and just gotta say You are Amazing!!!!