"Dog Eat Dog" is an album by renowned singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell, released in 1985. It's her twelfth studio album and marks a significant departure from her previous work. Mitchell enlisted new producer Mike Shipley and incorporated synthesizers, drum machines, and guest vocalists, making it her most experimental album to date. The lyrical content of "Dog Eat Dog" features Mitchell's reflections on specific societal issues, marking an increased interest in such matter.
Some of the themes she explores include the desire for fame in modern society, poverty, organized religion, and the corruption of corporate America. The album's stand-out songs include "Good Friends," which was a duet with Michael McDonald that became a big hit, and the grand finale "Tax Free," featuring commentary from televangelist Reverend Robert Bowers.
Despite being initially met with mixed reviews, her departure from the usual and experimentation with a new genre gave "Dog Eat Dog" a unique status in Mitchell's discography. The album also features artwork by Mitchell herself, further expanding her reputation not only as a musician but also as an accomplished painter.
