Joni Mitchell Rushed to Hospital After Being Found Unconscious

— -- Legendary singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell was rushed to a Los Angeles-area hospital Tuesday after being found unconscious in her home, according to a statement posted to her official website.

Mitchell regained consciousness during the ambulance ride to the hospital, and despite being in intensive care is "awake and in good spirits," the website reported.

News of Mitchell’s hospitalization was first reported by TMZ.

Mitchell, 71, was born in Canada and emerged as a popular folk musician in the United States during the 1960s, establishing herself in the southern California music scene.

She is best known for her hit “Big Yellow Taxi.” Mitchell’s songwriting credits also include “Chelsea Morning,” “Both Sides Now” -- which became a huge hit for Judy Collins -- and “Woodstock,” which was recorded by Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young.

Mitchell was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997, and she has won eight Grammy Awards during her career.