It was a sad week for many Canadians as Gordon Lightfoot passed away.
We were proud of Gordon Lightfoot as he stayed here for his professional career. Yes, he sometimes performed in other countries but mostly he wrote and sang songs that Canadians could love.
So I went to you tube to listen to some of Gordon's tunes. I would say , "Oh this my favorite." Then I'd listen to another tune and say the same thing. They were all my favorites.
He wrote about Canadian history as in the Railroad Trylogy. I think it's one of the songs he liked performing more that others. Then there's the Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. His voice is cold and hard just like the conditions on the ship.
Then for variety there's Sundown and Every Highway.
So thanks Gordon for the memories and music you left us.
I agree, Gordon Lightfoot is a sad loss to Canada, and to the world.
ReplyDeleteI'm surprised that most of my followers were fans.
DeleteHe was one of my favorite singers! So sad that he is gone but his music lives on. My favorite is If you could read my mind
ReplyDeleteI'm surprised that so many Americans followed him.
DeleteThank you for writing this heartfelt post about Gordon Lightfoot. His passing was such heartbreaking news. His music was a part of the soundtrack of our lives.
ReplyDeleteHis music was certainly a sound track. I now listen more carefully to the lyrics and what he was trying to say.
DeleteYes indeed. I've just posted about my favourite of his songs over on my blog.
ReplyDeleteSomehow or other I've lost your blog. don't worry . I'll find it.
DeleteIt's sad to lose our Canadian icons. At least we have his discography to listen to and YT videos to watch.
ReplyDeleteIn his hey day , you always knew that there would be new material coming. He won't be making anymore new material.
DeleteOne of the good guys. Not only a loss for Canada but for music worldwide.
ReplyDeleteI'm surprised at how well he was known internationally.
DeleteFor me, my favourite is the Edmund Fitzgerald.
ReplyDeleteFor that tune his voice gave us the tough violent feeling of such a tragic event.
DeleteI have always been partial to "Sundown". His songs have been on heavy rotation in my household the last few days.
ReplyDeleteHe didn't like Sundown and poured his heart out as to how he had been wronged.
DeleteIt is a sad loss, I like his songs. His music lives on. Take care, have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteHe had many great songs for sure.
DeleteWe went to a Lightfoot concert here in Summerside in 2019. It was wonderful!
ReplyDeleteOne of my favourite Lightfoot songs is Song for a Winter’s Night. It is so Canadian and I listen to it often on a snowy winter’s night.
Rest in peace, Gordon!
I will have to listen to that one again.
DeleteSorry for the loss to Canada and the world. But we will always have the songs.
ReplyDeleteThis is a nice tribute to him, Red. I think my favorite is "If you could read my mind".
ReplyDeleteI'm sure many people would want to read somebody's mind.
DeleteNice tribute to a great artist and singer. My favourite is the Edmund Fitzgerald.
ReplyDeleteIt gave the harsh brutal time of the loss.
DeleteMusicians who give pleasure to millions of people are always missed but thank good ness for recordings
ReplyDeleteI will be checking out more you tube.
DeleteSuch a great Canadian!
ReplyDeleteHey and from Ontario too!
DeleteHe was one of my favorites when growing up.
ReplyDeleteHe was active for a long time.
DeleteA real loss to our country and the world! He was very talented.
ReplyDeleteRed, One of my all-time favorites … Gordon Lightfoot’s The Wreck of the Edmond Fitzgerald. A great rendition, with lyrics, is the YouTube at the link below, which has, by-the-way, been viewed 64+ million times.
ReplyDeletehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vST6hVRj2A
Oh yes, I remember him. I liked 'If You Could Read My Mind." Well, actually there are a lot of his songs I liked. It's so sad to lose all these wonderful artists.
ReplyDeletehe was familiar singer ,really nice one indeed
ReplyDeletemay he rest in peace !