Gordon Lightfoot Sings I'll Tag Along

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  • Опубліковано 29 сер 2024
  • On Feb. 9th, 2016 at Hugh's Room in Toronto, Whiskey Jack and guests celebrated Stompin' Tom's 80th birthday. Joining them on stage with their stories & songs were Gordon Lightfoot, JP Cormier, The Rt. Hon. Adrienne Clarkson, Lena Connors, Douglas Cameron & Steve Fruitman. Check out our photo gallery at www.whiskeyjackmusic.com for some highlights. For more information on the show, Whiskey Jack Presents Stories & Songs of Stompin' Tom, call 416-716-3257 #gordonlightfoot #stompintom #hughsroom #adrienneclarkson #jpcormier

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  • @Tsukamaki
    @Tsukamaki 8 років тому +115

    Some folks are hearing an old singer maybe past his prime. Me, I'm hearing experience, passion and a love for performing.

    • @user-uu3qy2ot6s
      @user-uu3qy2ot6s Рік тому +8

      Touché! He never ever lost any of it in my mind right to the end. I am 64 and have loved him since I was 6 years old and have seen him in concert at least 20+ times at Massey hall and most recently at casino Regina in oct. 2022 and had the pleasure of meeting him (he even bear hugged me) and invited me to sit for a chat. In person he is everything you would expect, kind genuinely interested…just a very warm person that puts you at ease instantly. He did what he said he would and entertained us to the end. He was what I think of when I think Canada and still is. I will grieve forever for the loss but he never left and never will. All my love to you Gordon Lightfoot A CANADIAN ICON/LEGEND.

    • @Tsukamaki
      @Tsukamaki Рік тому +5

      @@user-uu3qy2ot6s
      My dear, I completely agree with the entirely of what you wrote. My heart is still heavy with his passing and it’ll be a while before things are passable. Very melancholy feelings.

    • @ivangranger8494
      @ivangranger8494 Рік тому +5

      And the Soul that is there for his audience, in spite of being tired from decades, lived. Gordon, May you have had a fantastic time on your journey from your beautiful Ontario and loved ones there, to your home above.
      ✨🕊✨

    • @jacquelinedirk
      @jacquelinedirk Рік тому +1

    • @juliam.mallen9019
      @juliam.mallen9019 Рік тому +1

      Absolutely!

  • @dwrbrtsn
    @dwrbrtsn Рік тому +10

    This song brings me to tears.

  • @michaelelliott3209
    @michaelelliott3209 Рік тому +25

    On May 1st, 2023 I lost an old musical companion. Gordon passed away at 84. His music was and still is my main inspiration to/for my own guitar picking.. ❤️
    The immense catalogue of songs he's written and can still remember how to sing and play them is why he's the best.

  • @Palosrob
    @Palosrob 8 років тому +59

    Lightfoot near the end...just as good as Lightfoot at the beginning. When he's gone, I will remember him until I die.

    • @metoo9360
      @metoo9360 4 роки тому +5

      None of us know the hour and time of our passing... we might be gone before the next sun rises. I just hope they have music in Heaven... and wonderful artists like Gordon Lightfoot. Oh wait - this must be heaven right here and now!

    • @jodyb3491
      @jodyb3491 2 роки тому +2

      Gordon don't care when it happens. He's going on his own terms whenever it does.

    • @michaelelliott3209
      @michaelelliott3209 Рік тому +5

      May 1st, 2023. He was 84.

    • @wendyannh
      @wendyannh Рік тому +5

      @@michaelelliott3209 Oh no! What a loss! What amazing gifts he has left us, though.

    • @maryr7964
      @maryr7964 Рік тому +3

      This is the sweetest song. Makes me want to listen to him forever.

  • @wandamundy1759
    @wandamundy1759 Рік тому +7

    He wasn't just our musical poet laureate - a Canadian icon - a legendary troubador and poet . . . he was FAMILY. There wasn't a home in Canada where he wouldn't have been welcome. He was ours - and we were his. He was well loved - and we will miss him forever . . .

  • @1JDS4U
    @1JDS4U 4 місяці тому +2

    Wish I had been on that audience. Love and miss you Mr Lightfoot. Thank you for the music of my life.

  • @mikegreive570
    @mikegreive570 Рік тому +7

    I will love Gordon's music as long as I live.

  • @gkmacbeth8225
    @gkmacbeth8225 10 місяців тому +6

    One of my favourite songs. I predict the legend of Lightfoot will only grow as the years go by.

  • @MrJones-ge5sl
    @MrJones-ge5sl 2 роки тому +26

    "Smoke rings rising 'til they disappear, in the sky above" is one of the sweetest melodic hooks ever written. I put I'll Tag Along and Shadows right up there with If You Can Read My Mind as some of the greatest ballads of all time.

  • @rochellefreed1287
    @rochellefreed1287 Рік тому +18

    My all-time favorite singer-songwriter! It pains me to see Gordon so frail!

  • @alankenworthy9722
    @alankenworthy9722 6 років тому +21

    What a privilege for those present. He belongs to Canada , he belongs to the world, and he belongs to me.

  • @Northyorkspaul
    @Northyorkspaul Рік тому +4

    He did fantastic ..with being quite frail...RIP Legend.

  • @rocksinger45
    @rocksinger45 8 років тому +41

    You keep on singing I'll keep on listening ...The truest music I've ever known. Thanks Gordon :)

  • @nicholasinnorthcarolina1918
    @nicholasinnorthcarolina1918 4 роки тому +13

    This time tomorrow, we might all be packed and gone. I believe it’s best we carry on. Smoke rings rising ‘till they disappear in the sky above .....and if you ask me,, I’ll tag along.

  • @diskman3001
    @diskman3001 5 років тому +19

    He may have health challenges, but you gotta give him credit for doing it anyway

    • @user-uu3qy2ot6s
      @user-uu3qy2ot6s Рік тому +2

      You are SO right! He said he would do that and he did. I have had the privilege of meeting him 6 months before his passing. He was exactly like you think he would, a beautiful, genuine person who gave me a heartfelt hug and invited me to sit and he made me a cup of tea. Genuinely interested in what we talked about. My heart is very heavy but I have that beautiful memory and all the times thru my life his voice and songs saved me. It was very hard to see him so frail but his mind was as strong as ever it was.

  • @TheCream14
    @TheCream14 Рік тому +16

    Such a great talent and great guy. A real positive influence in my life.

  • @andygossard4293
    @andygossard4293 Рік тому +7

    I know what Bob Dylan meant now when he said every song of GL was perfect.

  • @papo1417
    @papo1417 5 років тому +20

    Mr. Lightfoot will forever be a one of a kind. I will sing his songs till the day I die!

  • @23chicomaple
    @23chicomaple Рік тому +9

    Legendary awesomeness!

  • @freespyrit
    @freespyrit Рік тому +2

    Gordon Lightfoot is Beautiful.

  • @Pinrod93
    @Pinrod93 7 років тому +30

    I've seen Gordon 4 times in Huntsville, Alabama and met him twice! He has been a great influence and my hero since I was a young man back in the 70's. God bless and keep you Gordon!
    David Barr

  • @Larkpine
    @Larkpine Рік тому +4

    RIP 💔🕊

  • @waynegatehouse3998
    @waynegatehouse3998 Рік тому +3

    Well done Mr. Lightfoot, the first time that I watched you I was 14 at Massy Hall, and never missed a chance to see you, may you sing for ever in heaven. God bless you and rest your soul.

  • @Cat-hn2on
    @Cat-hn2on 4 роки тому +11

    I was drifting off to sleep listening to this song. What a sweeeet lullaby.

  • @juliecolby8354
    @juliecolby8354 Рік тому +4

    I love this song 😢❤.

  • @grahamstokes2696
    @grahamstokes2696 Рік тому +4

    Ever excellent, and poignant now that he passed away last night. Big influence on me and mine since 67.

  • @edfisher2752
    @edfisher2752 5 років тому +10

    Sing Gordon , i'll listen along !

  • @tplomonte
    @tplomonte Рік тому +6

    I hear a very heartfelt song with much feeling with some insight .
    A guitar played with a masters touch .
    Put all together a story .

  • @kathymorgan4233
    @kathymorgan4233 Рік тому +2

    Oh have listened to him since 1970’s

  • @waynegatehouse3998
    @waynegatehouse3998 Рік тому +2

    Well done Gord, may you rest well, your songs will never be forgotten.

  • @laurabartoletti6412
    @laurabartoletti6412 Рік тому +5

    🦅💙 Gordon Lightfoot , ICON ! 🎶👏🥰

  • @edamesify
    @edamesify 3 роки тому +11

    True legend. Thanks for the beautiful music that continues to inspire the current generation of song writers and performers. I'm learning how to play this song just now.

  • @recyclerking1
    @recyclerking1 4 місяці тому +1

    Pure Magic .

  • @janebishop5885
    @janebishop5885 Рік тому +10

    What a memorable voice! Wonderful performance. Thank you for continuing to speak to us as you always have. What a talent!

  • @elizabethboyes-7955
    @elizabethboyes-7955 Рік тому +1

    i listen to Gordie almost everyday now and always will

  • @kennewicksheri
    @kennewicksheri 4 місяці тому

    so choice...... so very choice..... so very choice
    Ooh I miss this man

  • @bsc4344
    @bsc4344 Рік тому +1

    i wish i was mature enough to have followed the sentiment of this song, before my brother died in the military, and cancer robbed me of my my mother... All I have now is a 14 yr old faithful furry who saved my soul as much as I allegedly “saved “ him from dog shelter euthanasia.
    This song and beautiful sentiment is fully pertinent to his life too. I tag along with him, and vice versa... pals to the end, which tearfully is coming soon.
    Whether it’s him, or my now “packed and gone” big brother, or my supernaturally wonderful late mother... the least i can do now is walk slower and attentive with the furry. The words and the heart applies.
    Love those who mean something to your life NOW... instead of sad regret when they go.
    Thanks for your spellbinding legacy, RIP Mr Lightfoot... you are missed, with other ppl loved.

  • @tomprice3258
    @tomprice3258 5 років тому +10

    Real and heartfelt. Thanks Gord!

  • @sharonhiggins1736
    @sharonhiggins1736 5 років тому +6

    Gordon you are the Canadian poet l remember from my youth.

  • @simplyron6359
    @simplyron6359 4 роки тому +8

    My favorite GL song, has been for decades. World class. Well done, Mr. Lightfoot.

  • @juliam.mallen9019
    @juliam.mallen9019 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful song wonderful testimony awesome footage.. thanks for sharing!

  • @sweetcaroline2060
    @sweetcaroline2060 2 роки тому +5

    Well. That was very cool. He looks good, sounds good and I'm glad these videos keep popping up, although sometime I'm going to have to get back to work. Thanks, you all for the post.

  • @grahamdonachie6298
    @grahamdonachie6298 8 років тому +9

    Seen him for the first time in Glasgow Scotland...seen him since here in Canada.....The Master..

  • @johnlappin5881
    @johnlappin5881 Рік тому +2

    A great Canadian singer gone way too soon R I P GORDON LIGHTFOOT

  • @daviator4720
    @daviator4720 5 років тому +6

    The Master... Wish I had been there...

  • @kaytraveltarot
    @kaytraveltarot Рік тому +1

    What an incredible songwriter and musician 🎉RIP

  • @uncatila
    @uncatila 7 років тому +8

    this bring a lump in my throat and s tear in my eye
    i guess il try

  • @karenmilstead7968
    @karenmilstead7968 3 роки тому +4

    What a life. Wonderful! How much you
    HAVE accomplished . You are one of a kind.

  • @111Watersong
    @111Watersong 8 років тому +7

    One of my favourites....

  • @donnlarossa9173
    @donnlarossa9173 6 років тому +6

    My dear departed Trina loved this

  • @bobbybousche7996
    @bobbybousche7996 8 років тому +6

    Yah, he is near the end. Sad. I love his music. I had the chance to see him in Illinois in 95 . Gonna miss him

  • @rusharley134
    @rusharley134 7 років тому +5

    None will ever compare...

  • @larryrhindress2972
    @larryrhindress2972 2 роки тому +2

    J. P. picket not only a song writer, but a good man as his idol!!! They both are my idols!!! Men of music!!!

  • @marrunslow3815
    @marrunslow3815 6 років тому +3

    A song for the ages...

  • @sharonallison9922
    @sharonallison9922 Рік тому +1

    CANADIAN DIAMOND 💎 😍

  • @lightfootfan
    @lightfootfan 8 років тому +3

    my fave song....

  • @jameseverett4976
    @jameseverett4976 2 роки тому +2

    I'm most impressed with the audience.

  • @Sunshine-do3yv
    @Sunshine-do3yv Рік тому +1

    🎵🎶🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋☘️✌️🇨🇦🇺🇸🇮🇪🦋🦋🦋thank you i will always tag along..✌️🌻

  • @uncatila
    @uncatila Рік тому +1

    I remember my soul used to fluctuate
    Long past my body to graduate
    Living and growing it traveled far
    Centered on heartbeats and the healing of scars

  • @rubytuesday7287
    @rubytuesday7287 4 роки тому +2

    Me too Tsukamaki. And I'm hearing my personal invitation, too. Mr Lightfoot, if you're still willing, I would love for you to tag along. I need a friend. Thanks for sharing all that you do, and you. Much love, Jacqiu

  • @johngabriel8288
    @johngabriel8288 Рік тому

    We are witnessing probably,
    the most significant musical
    Canadian artist, in a sense,
    the faithful keeper of the
    Canadian story. Unrivaled.
    IMO ...no better example
    of the craft of concise
    “Folk” song authorship.

  • @ianbest4866
    @ianbest4866 Рік тому

    Nicely put Sir

  • @Tipledan
    @Tipledan Рік тому +1

    Think of it...just to have been there. GL is just a TREASURE.

  • @greggreavett7913
    @greggreavett7913 4 роки тому +3

    Gords the real deal !

  • @donnlarossa9173
    @donnlarossa9173 6 років тому +3

    Never heard a song I didn't like just like Merle Haggard and I am a JAZZMAN lol

  • @A1Adaydreaming
    @A1Adaydreaming 7 років тому +4

    Living Legand

  • @daviddozois7256
    @daviddozois7256 Рік тому +1

    It is said that whenever a person quits drinking that they become as dry as kindling!! HaHaH. D J M D. W love……

  • @uncatila
    @uncatila Рік тому +1

    You sweepers and cleaners with no misdemeanors should try the triangle out there.

  • @rubytuesday7287
    @rubytuesday7287 4 роки тому +2

    can't spell my name right apparently. That's okay. You know who I am.

  • @daviddozois7256
    @daviddozois7256 Рік тому

    Kind Sir// y’otta get YourSelf an iPad with matching iPhone ( keeping it clear from smudges is all you have to do) unless you have something about user friendly silicone that is. DJMD baby!i

  • @daviddozois7256
    @daviddozois7256 Рік тому

    Leonard Cohen=Isaiah.

  • @philliptrimbath7138
    @philliptrimbath7138 3 роки тому +1

    Gotta know when to hold em and when to fold em. A great writer that really needs to stop performing

    • @georgejovian3857
      @georgejovian3857 Рік тому +3

      NO! You just don't get it. You need to evolve and expand.

    • @teresacrawford1239
      @teresacrawford1239 Рік тому

      It isn't just about his voice. Sometimes you need to appreciate what lies under. There are stories that made history. I know I could never come close to doing fraction of what he accomplished. The man was a gift to so many and will contine to be. He stuck to his roots and did not sell out his country. Canada was first and foremost. He was a proud Canadian and we are very proud of him.

  • @daviddozois7256
    @daviddozois7256 Рік тому

    Kind Sir//look out 4 1 Mr L. Cohen’s latest release “ A Ballet of Lepers” Fine Reading.MontrealPeace Out//DJMD.

  • @daviddozois7256
    @daviddozois7256 Рік тому

    What do you know about mr N. Young kind sir// did you know that our good earth moves @ 31 kilometers around your sun($) per instant. FYPage. David.