Joni Mitchell Sworn In as a U.S. Citizen, Capping ‘a Journey That Began 62 Years Ago’

Legendary singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell has officially been sworn in as a U.S. citizen, marking the culmination of a journey that began 62 years ago. The development follows decades of Mitchell living and writing about the United States.

Earlier this year, Mitchell's citizenship became a point of discussion when the New York Times excluded her from a list of the greatest living American songwriters. The publication defended the decision at the time by pointing out that Mitchell remained a Canadian citizen despite residing primarily in the U.S.