* Acoustic guitar: Joni Mitchell used a Martin D-28 acoustic guitar to record the song.
* Electric guitar: Robbie Robertson used a Gibson ES-335 electric guitar to play the iconic guitar riff in the song.
Bass:
* Jaco Pastorius played the bass guitar on the track, using his signature Fender Jazz Bass.
Drums:
* Ludwig "Super Sensitive" drums: Joni Mitchell's drummer, John Guerin, used a Ludwig "Super Sensitive" drum kit.
Percussion:
* Congas: Percussionist Richard Davis played congas on the song.
Piano:
* Wurlitzer electric piano: Joni Mitchell played the Wurlitzer electric piano on the track, which provided the distinctive harmonic texture throughout the song.
Harmonica:
* Harmonica: To add a soulful touch, Joni Mitchell played the harmonica on certain parts of the track.