Play Both Sides Now: The Ultimate Judy Collins Quiz
Both Sides Now: The Ultimate Judy Collins Quiz
Discover how much you know about Judy Collins, the legendary folk singer and songwriter—test your knowledge of her career, albums, and timeless influence in this engaging quiz!
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Did You Know?
Judy Collins’s debut album ‘A Maid of Constant Sorrow’ in 1961 featured traditional folk songs, yet by her fifth album she was already recording tracks by Bob Dylan, Phil Ochs, and Tom Paxton—helping introduce those songwriters to wider audiences.
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Q:What song made Judy Collins internationally famous?
A:'Both Sides Now' brought her worldwide recognition.
Judy Collins’ 1967 recording of Joni Mitchell’s 'Both Sides Now' became a massive hit, defining her artistry and introducing her pure, emotive voice to audiences far beyond the folk scene.
Q:How has Judy Collins influenced folk music?
A:She introduced poetic songwriting to mainstream audiences.
By interpreting songs from Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen, Collins bridged traditional folk with introspective, literary songwriting that helped shape the singer-songwriter movement.
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Judy Collins was one of the first artists to record Leonard Cohen’s 'Suzanne' on her 1966 album 'In My Life', bringing Cohen’s songwriting to public attention before he released his own version.