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Ode To a Female Folk Icon

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Joan Chandos Baez is an American singer Eighteen years old, first of the later date protest folk singers Famous before Bob Dylan! Songwriter, musician, and activist. Folk music of protest and social justice, in the fields of nonviolence, civil rights, workers' rights, and the environment Made over 30 albums Fluent in Spanish and English, recorded songs in at least six other languages March on Washington for Civil Rights Supported Cesar Chavez and his United Farm workers Union Protested Vietnam War, and supports homeless veterans Fundraiser for the Ukraine refugees Eighty years of age, Joan is still performing for cherished causes History will teach us "The Purpose Of Life" through the genius women such as Joan Baez.

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 5/5/2022 11:33:00 AM

So well done - and she deserves the tribute "March on Washington for Civil Rights Supported Cesar Chavez and his United Farm workers Union Protested Vietnam War, but supports homeless veterans "

I Am Anaya
Date: 5/18/2022 2:07:00 PM

Thank you, Caren!

Len Gasun

Date: 4/23/2022 4:40:00 AM

Such a wonderful dedication poem to one of the greatest woman in history of the world! Congratulations on your win my dear friend Anaya. Thank you so much for sharing! God bless you always! Hugs

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/23/2022 4:08:00 PM

Thank you, dear friend, I learned so much about her, she is well deserving! Hugs back to you.

Christuraj Alex

Date: 4/23/2022 12:38:00 AM

Great icons, indeed! Brought out beautifully, Congratulations!

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/23/2022 4:09:00 PM

Thanks so much, Alex!

Beata Agustin

Date: 4/22/2022 9:59:00 PM

Congrats! Thanks for sharing this ode. God bless you.

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/23/2022 2:56:00 PM

Beata, thank you so much for the inspiring contest and my placement! I appreciate it very much, blessings

Gershon Wolf

Date: 4/17/2022 7:49:00 PM

Thanks for triggering some great memories. I remember that I was just swept away the first time I heard Joan Baez sing 'The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down.' Don't make 'em like her anymore... Cheers, Gershon

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/18/2022 3:59:00 PM

I liked her version even better than "The Band" ...Thank you, Gershon

Alexis Y.

Date: 4/14/2022 6:06:00 PM

WoW! Anaya, What a good tribute piece about Joan Baez. She uses her platform for good, to tackle the injustices of the world. She makes me proud to be a woman. Nice choice. Best wishes the you in the contest. Have a nice day:-) Alexis

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/15/2022 11:07:00 AM

Thank you so much Alexis. She is a fav for many! I of course was too young...ha ha just kidding. ; )

Rico Leffanta

Date: 4/14/2022 11:07:00 AM

The first time I heard her sing, "Plaisir d'amour", I bought the record, and it is still a favourite! Aloha!

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/15/2022 11:03:00 AM

A beautiful melody. I looked it up..."Can't Help Falling In Love" Elvis--the melody is based on "Plaisir d'amour", a popular French love song composed in 1784 by Jean-Paul-Égide Martini. : )

Robert Gorelick

Date: 4/13/2022 6:44:00 PM

Art's relevance in history cannot be underestimated, as it often reflects the atmosphere of the times more profoundly and intimately than the writings of historians. In Joan Baez, we are blessed with a musician whose relevance and impact on our culture is undeniable. She is indeed a woman to be admired. Great tribute, I AM Anaya...Robert

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/13/2022 6:48:00 PM

Thank you, Robert! ; )