My Dad was a fan of Gordon Lightfoot. My Dad passed away in 1977, when I was 16. Sitting here listening tears dripping off my chin. Miss you Dad! Love this so much Jamel!
This is a wonderful example of why I love listening to reaction videos of songs from our youth. The emotions and memories that are brought back to us are bittersweet…reminding us of sadness and things we miss from the past but also the joys and love we felt along the way. Gaylene, your love for your Dad is strong. His spirit was with you while you wept, holding you in his arms.
About 15 years ago I was in a restaurant in Toronto. In walked a man whose face I recognized. He sat at a table beside me. I smiled at him. He smiled at me. It took me a while to realize it was Gordon Lightfoot. I didn't want to disturb him to tell him I was an admirer. I just gave him a thumbs-up when I left. He smiled and gave me a wave.
You know he respected you for that and he appreciated it. Plus that's your memory and it's a great memory to have. That's a cool meet-and-greet though.
Gordon wrote this song, after his divorce from his first wife. The first half describes how he felt. The second about the book was what he thought represents his wife. Peace out love the channel. God bless.
Sadly Gordon passed away today May 1 2023. May he R.I.P. He was 84 .A true music legend , he made all Canadians proud . His music is the music of my youth . His music will live forever . One of the greatest songwriters ever my opinion .
Gordon Lightfoot is a Canadian legend & one of the best singer songwriters. He has had many hits through his long career such as "Early Morning Rain", "Steel Rail Blues", "Ribbon Of Darkness", "Sundown", "Carefree Highway", "Rainy Day People", "Canadian Railroad Trilogy", "Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald" & many more. I saw him in concert once.
I had the good blessing of seeing him live April 20, 2016. He still sounded amazing and was very engaging with the audience. He told wonderful stories between songs. An incredible voice, guitar player and songwriter. They don't make them like him anymore.
He is much more than just a Canadian legend. Gordon is a legend around the world with so many great songs like The Canadian Railroad Trilogy, Early Morning Rain, The Wreck of The Edmund Fitzgerald, and Sundown just to name a few of his numerous great tunes.
Yeah, I never really understood it until I was in the same place he was when he wrote it. That's when I realized it was the most perfect expression ever, of the loneliest feeling in the world...
You see him there, faded jeans and a denim shirt, singing to a nationwide crowd with nothing but a guitar. What kind of talent do you have to be. He, like his contemporary Jim Croce, was a singer and songwriter, was a great talent but also very humble and could walk into a feed store, for example, and never gain a second look. I greatly admire that about both those men and several more like them.
such a great singer/storyteller. His recounting of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald with total loss of life is heartbreaking.Proceeds went to the familys' of the lost sailors.
@@kjevans68 My brother was a sailor Navy E6 I never thought that id see a man cry but wow the song would choke him up. Now hes gone & i have his memories his songs his
RIP Gordon, thank you for the beautiful music. You painted a picture an told a story like no one else. Peace and love to all those mourning his passing.
The lyrics "I don't know where we went wrong, but the feelings gone and I just can't get it back" really resonates with me. I've felt this way a few times in my life and had to make hard decisions.
Midnight Special put faces to the music for a lot of us that didnt live near cities with concert venues. Lightfoot was the “Canadian Bob Dylan” in many respects. But he stayed true to form as a folk singer, not going electric and staying closer to the genre. I think every man has felt the words he sings in “If You Could Read…” at least once in his life. It one of those songs that grabs you by the collar and throws you into oncoming traffic.
I don’t think it’s fair to call him the Canadian Bob Dylan because Gordon Lightfoot had been performing and writing songs before Bob Dylan. In fact, Bob Dylan was a big fan of Gordon Lightfoot, and I wouldn’t be surprised if he inspired him in his songwriting abilities.
@@kgunitkeese17 hence my use of the term “in many respects” and my following comment that he stayed “true to form as a folk singer…” I did not give him a title, I compared him to possibly only solo American folk singer during the same time period to reach comparable stature. There were many differences between the two, as I acknowledged.
@kgunitkeese17 Mr Dylan, arguably the best folk singer/songwritter evet, said Gordon never wrote a bad song and everytime he heard one of his songs he never wanted it to end. He also called him one of his mentors.
I think Gordon Lightfoot is criminally underrated compared to Bob Dylan. Gordon's voice is smooth and sweet like molasses. Bob's voice sounds like a goat being tortured, in my opinion. His son Jacob, however, is a much better singer than Bob.
A Canadian national treasure. Such a great emotional songwriter. This and "Sundown" made his mark in the 1960s, and then he made a comeback in the 80s with "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald". So many great songs: "Song for a Winter's Night", "Rainy Day People", "Summertime Dream"... And yes, this one was very personal - he wrote it about his divorce.
On release, the song reached No. 1 on the Canadian Singles Chart and was his first recording to appear in the U.S., reaching No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in February 1971.
I am so glad you picked this one to react to. Gordon died last night at 84 years old and i went searching for this particular version of this song. Your comments helped. Gordon was one of many who sang the soundtrack of my childhood, who we are now losing at a faster rate. Music is so powerfully nostalgic.
This so was huge when I was a kid❤️ I always remember the lyrics ... The hero would be me But heroes often fail And you won't read that book again Because the ending's just too hard to take
A true Canadian Legend.This song is so intricate, beautiful - and moving...It has a lingering effect. It echoes. The lyrics when sung with deep openness and curiosity will open your heart right up.
RIP…so glad that generations to come will appreciate the splendour of his voice and lyrics. I was blessed to grow up with his music in the 70’s. What a giant he is…rest easy GL. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
"For now love, let's be real." 😮 That is such a modern expression, I don't remember anyone talking about being "real" in the 70s. We say that a lot more now than back then because there's so much more inauthentic music and people nowadays. Clearly ahead of his time, prophetic. RIP Gordon Lightfoot.
It’s fascinating that as a Canadian and big fan of Gordon Lightfoot, I never realized he was so talented on guitar until seeing this live. Finger picking that well while singing it incredibly hard.
my dad's favourite singer,my dad passed away August 2022 and the family played all of his music when my dad took his last breath "Carefree Highway!" was played at his service
Jamal, you never cease to amaze… so cool that you’re airing this song and artist, and appreciation of both. Thank you, I was a kid in the 70’s and it’s such a throwback song, and you’re right … it IS authentic. Being a white female in her 50’s this brings me back to memories of my parents and just the times back then when it was a Real time and when you actually felt something good and savored it. Just like you’re doing now❤️
What a treat to see one of my all-time favorites Gordon Lightfoot on The Midnight Special, the show that is probably somewhat responsible for my night owl tendencies. 😉 Thank you Jamel. GL is a treasure and one of the purest talents ever. Crossing my fingers and toes that you react to more of his music. 🎶❤️
Just a man with his words, his voice and his guitar. It doesn't get any more authentic than that. So cool that you had heard this song somewhere before sometime. R.I.P. Gordon Lightfoot. ❤
Lightfoot was revered by the industry as a songwriter for much of the 60s, with songs like Early Morning Rain, and Ribbon of Darkness, but it was this song that launched him onto the A-list. Sincere lyrics and a great melody. He leaves a massive catalog, and a brilliant legacy.
Came here to hear some of Gordon’s songs after learning of his passing. This song is so beautiful and haunting. Love it. Thanks for reviewing it, love to you
So delighted that you finally discovered Gordon Lightfoot! In my opinion these three songs that didn’t get mainstream airplay are his finest: Beautiful, Song for a Winter’s Night, and Canadian Railroad Trilogy.
The part you remember is truly unforgettable. The harmonizing in the studio version still makes my eyes well up just like it did in high school in the 70s.
Rest In Peace, Gordon. There will never be another. So blessed I was alive and just 10 years old when I heard this song for the first time. If you’re interested, listen to Gord’s Gold album, 1975. Thanks Jamel!
I had the gift of listening to this song being sung by a soulful boy of 16 years on his twelve-string guitar when we were on a high-school Retreat; rain against the mullion windows, the smell of dinner being prepared, fire in the hearth. What your eyes do when you start to smile, Sir... I have no idea how Lightfoot could put a story into a song like that. He will be missed. - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi
This is his greatest song, IMHO, and one closest to my heart. And yes, I know the feeling, and feelings, all too well. He always moves me. The poetry in this is yet another level of beauty and depth. There is good music being made today, but not on the big charts, but in indie sideroads, largely. But the ethic at the time of this song was laudable and authentic and revealing. Peace brother. A perfect day. You hit the Trifecta!
This song is so beautiful and haunting. Every time I hear it I am thrown back to my childhood. My family and I driving in our VW van listening to the radio...
I absolutely love Gordon Lightfoot. One of the best songwriters ever. I'm a Michigan girl so of course I love The Wreck of the Edmond Fitzgerald, but Carefree Highway and Rainy day people get me every time. Ode to Big Blue is great as well, there are so many wonderful songs of his. Lightfoot is an amazing storyteller.
Man, you said it so perfectly (and it's true of all great artists, whatever the genre) "They were so authentic." It's what is missing in our world. Peace to you and all your followers.
Ever since i was a kid this brought tears to my eyes. And lots more even now. A song that i will never forget. Thankfully there are lots more songs to always remember. RIP.
Gordon Lightfoot is a Canadian folk artist whose music career began in the late sixties. His songs were mainly acoustic-based, simple melodies paired with poetic lyrics that were often personal. He is known for having an exceptional level of intelligence, as well as having pain and demons within his soul that have never been brought to light. His voice is inimitable, and he is one of a kind.
Thank you for reacting to this song. Gordon Lightfoot is an amazing talent, wonderful singing voice, and great lyrics! This song, the melody is so haunting and melancholy. Incredible songwriting! 🎶🎶🎶👍
When I was a young man I would listen to Gordons lyrics, I would think he had lived 6 lifetimes. As I aged, I realized that I would have to live 6 lifetimes to even come up with lyrics as great as his.
thanks Jamel, Gordon is a national treasure north of the border. He was such an incredible singer song writer, even Bob Dylan quoted as his favorite. RIP Gordon,
Gordon Lightfoot was my favorite. He has the most amazing voice. He's touring the United States in February, March and April! 84 and still touring!! I saw him in concert. No big band, just his guitar and another guitarist plus a third musician. All acoustic ❤. I'm 70now and look back at the best times. Maybe I'll get another chance to see him.
Just wonderful. I'm glad you spoke the truth here Brother J...today's "music " is crap. Nothing here was digital, no sampling, no auto tune, no sexy dancers and smoke machines. Just a guitar playing man laying his soul bare to the world.
He's still kickin' it today although he looks like died a decade ago. He even jokes about the rumours of his demise. An absolute giant of a story teller.
R.I.P. to Gordon Lightfoot, who passed away yesterday May 1st, I was fortunate enough to see him on May 21st in Elkhart Indiana a year ago and he was still pretty damn good!!!!🙏😪
The fact that Lightfoot was performing with just his voice and his guitar and you don't even miss the other instruments that are on the single tells you haw talented performers like him, John Denver etc. really were.
One of the best songwriters of the real folk singers. He always tells a great story and has a great voice. We used to give Gordon Lightfoot and Neil Diamond LPs to each other for birthdays and Christmas in my family. Was a great time when musicians had to actually be musical and sing and play in tune. You get the actual flavour of their voice. No auto tune. Had to sing it right in those days. I remember a popular singer who was filmed singing in our living room. My dad was directing and producing. The guy couldn’t sing in tune and after a lot of takes, my dad finally said, we will try to fix it in the processing of it. He hated working with people who couldn’t do it on their own and had to be fired. Won’t say who it was because he would be recognized.
My Dad was a fan of Gordon Lightfoot. My Dad passed away in 1977, when I was 16. Sitting here listening tears dripping off my chin. Miss you Dad! Love this so much Jamel!
So sorry ...I lost my sister at 38. We will see them in heaven....I look forward.
This is a wonderful example of why I love listening to reaction videos of songs from our youth. The emotions and memories that are brought back to us are bittersweet…reminding us of sadness and things we miss from the past but also the joys and love we felt along the way. Gaylene, your love for your Dad is strong. His spirit was with you while you wept, holding you in his arms.
@@hellofromrob You are right, Thank-you soo much. God Bless You, Beautiful Soul.
@@michaelasay8587 God Bless You! We will meet again!
I was 17 when my Mom passed in 77. I know how your heart feels. Sending you hugs.
About 15 years ago I was in a restaurant in Toronto. In walked a man whose face I recognized. He sat at a table beside me. I smiled at him. He smiled at me. It took me a while to realize it was Gordon Lightfoot. I didn't want to disturb him to tell him I was an admirer. I just gave him a thumbs-up when I left. He smiled and gave me a wave.
That would be awesome !!😎💯
Very cool to respect his privacy. Great story...rest in peace Gordon Lightfoot.
You know he respected you for that and he appreciated it. Plus that's your memory and it's a great memory to have. That's a cool meet-and-greet though.
Very Canadian of you!
Just Gordon, his guitar and no auto-tune. Priceless talent!
Gordon wrote this song, after his divorce from his first wife. The first half describes how he felt. The second about the book was what he thought represents his wife. Peace out love the channel. God bless.
Sadly Gordon passed away today May 1 2023. May he R.I.P. He was 84 .A true music legend , he made all Canadians proud . His music is the music of my youth . His music will live forever . One of the greatest songwriters ever my opinion .
Gordon Lightfoot is a Canadian legend & one of the best singer songwriters. He has had many hits through his long career such as "Early Morning Rain", "Steel Rail Blues", "Ribbon Of Darkness", "Sundown", "Carefree Highway", "Rainy Day People", "Canadian Railroad Trilogy", "Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald" & many more. I saw him in concert once.
"Beautyful"
"Beautyful"
I had the good blessing of seeing him live April 20, 2016. He still sounded amazing and was very engaging with the audience. He told wonderful stories between songs. An incredible voice, guitar player and songwriter. They don't make them like him anymore.
He is much more than just a Canadian legend. Gordon is a legend around the world with so many great songs like The Canadian Railroad Trilogy, Early Morning Rain, The Wreck of The Edmund Fitzgerald, and Sundown just to name a few of his numerous great tunes.
I grew up thinking he was singing “Ev’ry highway, let me slip away on you . . .”
He wrote this song when he was getting a divorce, so.....yeah. He was pouring out his feelings. It was therapy.
Yeah, I never really understood it until I was in the same place he was when he wrote it. That's when I realized it was the most perfect expression ever, of the loneliest feeling in the world...
I didn't know that, thanks❤
You see him there, faded jeans and a denim shirt, singing to a nationwide crowd with nothing but a guitar. What kind of talent do you have to be. He, like his contemporary Jim Croce, was a singer and songwriter, was a great talent but also very humble and could walk into a feed store, for example, and never gain a second look. I greatly admire that about both those men and several more like them.
Now I am earwormed with Sundown.
Jim Croce! Please sample his songs Jamel
The studio version is perfection, with the added strings. But live with just guitar is also perfection. Gordon is perfection.
Yes! I found myself still singing the harmonies to this version. The man has a voice like an angel.
Almost🤗 perfection, only Jesus is perfection
such a great singer/storyteller. His recounting of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald with total loss of life is heartbreaking.Proceeds went to the familys' of the lost sailors.
I used to cry every time I heard the song The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.
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@@kjevans68 ❤
@@kjevans68 I still do.
@@kjevans68 My brother was a sailor Navy E6 I never thought that id see a man cry but wow the song would choke him up. Now hes gone & i have his memories his songs his
When you had to be truly talented to be famous! The good old days 💚
Oh yeah. Tiny Tim was proof of that, for sure.
This song has been making me sad for as long as I can remember, yet I still love it.
The 60's and 70's produced so many great singer song writers. It was a golden Era.
RIP Gordon, thank you for the beautiful music. You painted a picture an told a story like no one else. Peace and love to all those mourning his passing.
At 80+ years old, he’s still performing…got to see him last year live, and he’s still got it.
Unfortunately he is gone now. 1938-2023
One of the great singer - songwriters. A poet who put his poems to music.
The lyrics "I don't know where we went wrong, but the feelings gone and I just can't get it back" really resonates with me. I've felt this way a few times in my life and had to make hard decisions.
That's just how Gordon Lightfoot wrote. Every song was autobiographical. And you just couldn't help but feel how real he kept it.🇨🇦
Midnight Special put faces to the music for a lot of us that didnt live near cities with concert venues. Lightfoot was the “Canadian Bob Dylan” in many respects. But he stayed true to form as a folk singer, not going electric and staying closer to the genre. I think every man has felt the words he sings in “If You Could Read…” at least once in his life. It one of those songs that grabs you by the collar and throws you into oncoming traffic.
I don’t think it’s fair to call him the Canadian Bob Dylan because Gordon Lightfoot had been performing and writing songs before Bob Dylan. In fact, Bob Dylan was a big fan of Gordon Lightfoot, and I wouldn’t be surprised if he inspired him in his songwriting abilities.
@@kgunitkeese17 hence my use of the term “in many respects” and my following comment that he stayed “true to form as a folk singer…” I did not give him a title, I compared him to possibly only solo American folk singer during the same time period to reach comparable stature. There were many differences between the two, as I acknowledged.
@kgunitkeese17 Mr Dylan, arguably the best folk singer/songwritter evet, said Gordon never wrote a bad song and everytime he heard one of his songs he never wanted it to end. He also called him one of his mentors.
I think Gordon Lightfoot is criminally underrated compared to Bob Dylan. Gordon's voice is smooth and sweet like molasses. Bob's voice sounds like a goat being tortured, in my opinion. His son Jacob, however, is a much better singer than Bob.
Nobody tells a story with his music quite the way Gordon Lightfoot does. Very moving.
A Canadian national treasure. Such a great emotional songwriter. This and "Sundown" made his mark in the 1960s, and then he made a comeback in the 80s with "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald". So many great songs: "Song for a Winter's Night", "Rainy Day People", "Summertime Dream"... And yes, this one was very personal - he wrote it about his divorce.
Canadian Railroad Trilogy
I always loved the Canadian Railway Trilogy - it's sort of old fashioned, folksy but excellent
Well said
On release, the song reached No. 1 on the Canadian Singles Chart and was his first recording to appear in the U.S., reaching No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in February 1971.
I am so glad you picked this one to react to. Gordon died last night at 84 years old and i went searching for this particular version of this song. Your comments helped.
Gordon was one of many who sang the soundtrack of my childhood, who we are now losing at a faster rate. Music is so powerfully nostalgic.
Couldn't agree with you more Jamal! Blessings! ❤
This so was huge when I was a kid❤️
I always remember the lyrics ...
The hero would be me
But heroes often fail
And you won't read that book again
Because the ending's just too hard to take
This song has always haunted me. He touches something deep in the soul.
Love this song. Makes me tear up and smile at the same time
A true Canadian Legend.This song is so intricate, beautiful - and moving...It has a lingering effect. It echoes. The lyrics when sung with deep openness and curiosity will open your heart right up.
He wrote this song about his divorce and it's one of his most personal songs. Many would argue his greatest, and he had a fantastic catalogue.
R.I.P. Gordon Lightfoot. Canada is less now that you're gone.
RIP…so glad that generations to come will appreciate the splendour of his voice and lyrics. I was blessed to grow up with his music in the 70’s. What a giant he is…rest easy GL. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
I love him. His songs always had so much emotion.
No need for the past tense. The man ain't dead yet.
"For now love, let's be real." 😮 That is such a modern expression, I don't remember anyone talking about being "real" in the 70s. We say that a lot more now than back then because there's so much more inauthentic music and people nowadays. Clearly ahead of his time, prophetic. RIP Gordon Lightfoot.
It’s fascinating that as a Canadian and big fan of Gordon Lightfoot, I never realized he was so talented on guitar until seeing this live. Finger picking that well while singing it incredibly hard.
Such an amazing song, and such an amazing artist/story teller!
One of my absolute favourites. Thank you Jamel. Now you have listened to one of the most beautiful voices in music.
i saw this pop up. instant click. i hear the first few notes. instant goosebumps. he's really something special.
my dad's favourite singer,my dad passed away August 2022 and the family played all of his music when my dad took his last breath
"Carefree Highway!" was played at his service
Jamal, you never cease to amaze… so cool that you’re airing this song and artist, and appreciation of both. Thank you, I was a kid in the 70’s and it’s such a throwback song, and you’re right … it IS authentic. Being a white female in her 50’s this brings me back to memories of my parents and just the times back then when it was a Real time and when you actually felt something good and savored it. Just like you’re doing now❤️
What a treat to see one of my all-time favorites Gordon Lightfoot on The Midnight Special, the show that is probably somewhat responsible for my night owl tendencies. 😉
Thank you Jamel. GL is a treasure and one of the purest talents ever. Crossing my fingers and toes that you react to more of his music. 🎶❤️
Just a man with his words, his voice and his guitar. It doesn't get any more authentic than that.
So cool that you had heard this song somewhere before sometime. R.I.P. Gordon Lightfoot. ❤
Lightfoot was revered by the industry as a songwriter for much of the 60s, with songs like Early Morning Rain, and Ribbon of Darkness, but it was this song that launched him onto the A-list. Sincere lyrics and a great melody. He leaves a massive catalog, and a brilliant legacy.
Came here to hear some of Gordon’s songs after learning of his passing. This song is so beautiful and haunting. Love it. Thanks for reviewing it, love to you
This was one of Gordies really personal songs. It was about the breakup of his first marriage
So delighted that you finally discovered Gordon Lightfoot! In my opinion these three songs that didn’t get mainstream airplay are his finest: Beautiful, Song for a Winter’s Night, and Canadian Railroad Trilogy.
The part you remember is truly unforgettable. The harmonizing in the studio version still makes my eyes well up just like it did in high school in the 70s.
This song is perfection, but the studio version is SOOO much better!
Master storyteller .. Iconic singer songwriter. The best of the best... Rest in peace, Gordo
Rest In Peace, Gordon. There will never be another. So blessed I was alive and just 10 years old when I heard this song for the first time. If you’re interested, listen to Gord’s Gold album, 1975. Thanks Jamel!
He performed where I do security in Oakville, Ontario a few months ago, was awesome to see a legend as a 23 year old!
I had the gift of listening to this song being sung by a soulful boy of 16 years on his twelve-string guitar when we were on a high-school Retreat; rain against the mullion windows, the smell of dinner being prepared, fire in the hearth. What your eyes do when you start to smile, Sir... I have no idea how Lightfoot could put a story into a song like that. He will be missed.
- Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi
You've been doing reactions to my generation of music 🎶 and I can see you enjoying the music the way we did 🎶 ❤️.
His most beautiful song in my opinion.
This is his greatest song, IMHO, and one closest to my heart. And yes, I know the feeling, and feelings, all too well. He always moves me.
The poetry in this is yet another level of beauty and depth. There is good music being made today, but not on the big charts, but in indie sideroads, largely. But the ethic at the time of this song was laudable and authentic and revealing. Peace brother. A perfect day. You hit the Trifecta!
I agree , but the "Wreck of the Edmond Fitzgerald" has to be a very close second.
@@swinde Totally. It is better in some ways, so think I would put them both at the top. Sundown is good, but not quite at that level.
Harry Chapin is another great singer-songwriter from that Era worthy of checking out.
This song is so beautiful and haunting. Every time I hear it I am thrown back to my childhood. My family and I driving in our VW van listening to the radio...
A lot of Gordon's songs are about loss, and he nails it. Some people don't like that, but for me it helps me to connect to the song.
One of the alltime great songs. Serious soul.
I absolutely love Gordon Lightfoot. One of the best songwriters ever. I'm a Michigan girl so of course I love The Wreck of the Edmond Fitzgerald, but Carefree Highway and Rainy day people get me every time. Ode to Big Blue is great as well, there are so many wonderful songs of his. Lightfoot is an amazing storyteller.
Man, you said it so perfectly (and it's true of all great artists, whatever the genre) "They were so authentic." It's what is missing in our world. Peace to you and all your followers.
Ever since i was a kid this brought tears to my eyes. And lots more even now. A song that i will never forget. Thankfully there are lots more songs to always remember.
RIP.
RIP Gordon Lightfoot, a true Canadian treasure, our entire country mourns his loss.
Wonderful song! And a beautiful live performance-
beautiful vocal.
One of my absolute favs is “Softly” - it’s hauntingly beautiful
Orillia Ontario's own Mr Gordon Lightfoot. So many covers done of this great song he wrote.
I appreciate that you called him authentic. He wrote from his heart and it showed.
Gordon Lightfoot is a Canadian folk artist whose music career began in the late sixties. His songs were mainly acoustic-based, simple melodies paired with poetic lyrics that were often personal. He is known for having an exceptional level of intelligence, as well as having pain and demons within his soul that have never been brought to light. His voice is inimitable, and he is one of a kind.
RIP Gord. Your music has influenced my life for over 50 years, Keep listening Jamel to this incredible talent!
Thank you for reacting to this song. Gordon Lightfoot is an amazing talent, wonderful singing voice, and great lyrics! This song, the melody is so haunting and melancholy. Incredible songwriting! 🎶🎶🎶👍
You're thoughts on authenticity are spot on.
Its just him with his guitar and beautiful voice. And not bad on the eyes also.
Such a great singer-songwriter. Thanks Jamel.
When I was a young man I would listen to Gordons lyrics, I would think he had lived 6 lifetimes. As I aged, I realized that I would have to live 6 lifetimes to even come up with lyrics as great as his.
Midnight Special was 🔥rarely missed a show ✌♥️
Gordon Lightfoot......one of the best singer/songwriters. A great storyteller.
Jamel…I love what you’re doing here on this channel…i pray you never stop bringing joy to your viewers/listeners.
I grew up listening to Gordon Lighfoot. My dad loved his singing. I always think of my dad when I hear him.
One of a kind! I grew up with this, even with all the other Great music on the radio back then, He Always stood out! Check out his other songs...
Gordon Lightfoot is a true wordsmith.
Love that song! My dad would play me Gordon Lightfoot and we'd sing his songs together. Good memories of a sad song.
Early to Mid 1970s. My first concert was Gordon Lightfoot. Still love his music.
I love Gordon Lightfoot and totally agree with you: Today’s music is crap!!! 😂
Rip you'll live on forever through your music.
thanks Jamel, Gordon is a national treasure north of the border. He was such an incredible singer song writer, even Bob Dylan quoted as his favorite. RIP Gordon,
I really love the fact that the songs of my youth affect you. Fantastic, that you feel
Absolutely love this song!!
Gordon Lightfoot was my favorite. He has the most amazing voice. He's touring the United States in February, March and April! 84 and still touring!! I saw him in concert. No big band, just his guitar and another guitarist plus a third musician. All acoustic ❤. I'm 70now and look back at the best times. Maybe I'll get another chance to see him.
Just wonderful. I'm glad you spoke the truth here Brother J...today's "music " is crap. Nothing here was digital, no sampling, no auto tune, no sexy dancers and smoke machines. Just a guitar playing man laying his soul bare to the world.
Gordon Lightfoot, A better Singer/Song Writer you will never fine!
Gordon Lightfoot just one of the best!
So hard to stay up so late when your 13 to watch the artist you loved. Great days.
This song makes me stop everything and listen. It tears apart parts of me and heals others. They just don't write songs like this any more.
"it tears apart parts of me and heals others"
He's still kickin' it today although he looks like died a decade ago. He even jokes about the rumours of his demise. An absolute giant of a story teller.
One of the most beautiful songs ever written!! ❤️❤️❤️
R.I.P. to Gordon Lightfoot, who passed away yesterday May 1st, I was fortunate enough to see him on May 21st in Elkhart Indiana a year ago and he was still pretty damn good!!!!🙏😪
If you've lived long enough, you can relate to this song. Even if you've gotten through the rough spots, you understand.
Bob Dylan once said that Gordon Lightfoot never wrote a bad song. I would agree.
The fact that Lightfoot was performing with just his voice and his guitar and you don't even miss the other instruments that are on the single tells you haw talented performers like him, John Denver etc. really were.
One of the best songwriters of the real folk singers. He always tells a great story and has a great voice. We used to give Gordon Lightfoot and Neil Diamond LPs to each other for birthdays and Christmas in my family. Was a great time when musicians had to actually be musical and sing and play in tune. You get the actual flavour of their voice. No auto tune. Had to sing it right in those days. I remember a popular singer who was filmed singing in our living room. My dad was directing and producing. The guy couldn’t sing in tune and after a lot of takes, my dad finally said, we will try to fix it in the processing of it. He hated working with people who couldn’t do it on their own and had to be fired. Won’t say who it was because he would be recognized.
I love when you dig up these great artists on The Midnight Special....takes me back to my teen years 💓🥰 One of my all time favorites