It's Canada's game. The rest of the world is simply honored to be a part of it and will forever be grateful to the nation of Canada and its people for showing us the greatest team sport on this planet. Gord is literally gold. Like hockey, he is also a true, Canadian treasure who always had messages of peace and kindness and goodness for all those who would listen. Thank you Canada...for hockey and for Gord.
MrSimmies He is special; that for sure. I have loved his music since my youth. It was great to see his charm, reliving his Canadian life, we in the states never knew. It was a great video to watch.
Yes, thank you very much (hvala) I met Gord in Vancouver in the autumn of '79 Queen Elizabeth Theatre...he invited all the fans that went backstage (outside door) to his hotel suite for drinks and chat about his music...he even walked me to my little volkswagen (w/his bodyguard) parked in the parkade across the road from his hotel suite (4 Seasons).
I was 18 years old when I first saw Gordon play live at the Rebecca Cohn auditorium at Dalhousie University. I was fresh out of Cape Breton, with a beautiful girl from my chemistry class I had a huge crush on, and I had a hole in my cheap boat shoes. I was a fish out of water, nervous as hell, but when Gordon and his amazing band started playing, time literally stood still for me. I will never, ever forget that show as long as I live. R.I.P. Gordon ❤
Never seen an interview with this guy before, I have a whole new perspective, he is nothing like I would have imagined him before seeing this. What an absolutely cool guy, even outside of being a talented musician.
I grew up in Detroit and was able to watch Hockey Night in Canada every Saturday night on channel 9 on CBC. Having Gordon talk about it brought back memories. I can't watch Hockey Night here in California, but I can still listen to Gordon Lightfoot. He'll be missed.
I always think of Gordon Lightfoot as being reserved and somewhat reclusive. This wonderful piece shows him as a warm, friendly humorous gentleman - kudos to the folks at CBC who managed to execute a fantastically revealing poetic essay of one of Canada's great icons. The question about how it feels to go before an audience was truly masterfully revealing.
That was beautiful! Made me reach back 50 yrs ago lacing up my skates on a stump pondside by my house - didn’t think I had anything in common with Gordon - love that he had a passion for hockey - sad that his Leafs got knocked out this year
What a great man. I watched him last night (2-20-15) in Macon, GA, which was probably the 15th time I've seen him perform (the first time was I think 1986 in Windsor, Ontario). His music is the soundtrack of my life growing up in Michigan. Gordy has changed so much over the years, from a grumpy alcoholic to a grateful survivor who returned from the brink of death with a whole different perspective on life. His voice may be a little weaker today, but his talent, his passion and his sense of humor are all alive and well. We're lucky to have him, and we're even luckier that he still likes to perform. No one would fault him if he wanted to take it easy. Long live Gordy.
I love your appreciation and your insight. Their was something unearthly about his talent and intelligence, , it was sublime and crashed down to reality, but the man survived, the legend lives on, its nice that the wonderful man lives on too.
GL has been, and continues to be, the single most influential singer/composer for me today. This interview gives s glimpse into his thoughts and simple priorities that have shaped his life and music. I believe that all great Artists, who really connect with people, do it though blending their own life experiences with yours. Certainly GL has found that special key that unlocks the hearts of so many, .... Including mine.
Fortunately Gordie never made it as a hockey star every canadian boys first choice but he made it as an artist of beautiful Canadian soul music. He stands there with Bobby and Wayne, well i might say as modest as he is, just a little higher.
Gordon Lightfoot is a master storyteller and supreme singer-songwriter. I would never think to ask him about hockey. I'm sending this to all my hockey bros!!!!
I've always preferred hockey on the radio. Baseball too. In rural New Hampshire in the 70's, the TV reception was spotty at best. Radio fosters imagination.
@Gordon Lightfoot Hello. I am well. How are you? Will you be on Tour doing what you do Best. If you go on tour I hope you have a blast. Each City brings a new wonderful experience. You get to make new friends and new memories. Has to be stressful and loads of hard work.
Great guy sharing about a great sport. I've spent my lifetime breathing, playing hockey and following my hockey heros: Orr, Howe, LeFleur, Sanderson, Gilmour, Hull, Richard, Gilbert, Esposito....on and on.
i love Gordon Lightfoot. i have since i was 16 years old. i bought tickets to see and hear him in The Arie Crown in McCormick Place downtown Chicago and took my friend, a drummer and fellow music lover. i am a good friend. Generous. All my life i have enjoyed Gordon's creativity. And my brother was a hockey player and a racer, while i liked figure skating. i was a Nanny and the block's official babysitter and taught the children how to skate. You will love it down here Gordon Lightfoot. We have many Canadian Snowbirds down here all winter. That's people we call Snowbirds because they kinda migrate. lol Our Hertz Arena is a great big ice rink in SW Florida and they put a tarp down for concerts. We love you in Florida. Ya'all come on down now, ya' hear? lol Just don't book, following the Circus elephants. lololol
is there anything more Canadian than a folk singer named "Gordon" talking about Hockey Night in Canada in the town of Orillia? Before there was The Hip, BNL, the Arkells, GL laid the groundwork for modern Canadian music.
Even though I'm a Habs fan, I always remember having Sittlers hockey card, as well as Borje Salming and Lanny MacDonalds. All those great Leafs. I'm from Hartford CT. I remember meeting Goug Gilmour at a club in Calgary when visiting relatives of mine back in 90.
When I've talked to him about our Leafs and how bad they are at times he always says "Ya gotta love them, ya gotta love the Leafs!".. I do! My first born son is named after Darryl Sittler! Love that he still has his scrapbook of hockey cards from when he was around 13 years old. I'll see him in Orillia on Apr.20 and commiserate over another horrible Leafs seasonwith him.. He's a very nice person. I have lots of videos posted of him from concerts...
I used to listen to the hockey games on a Rocket Radio with earphones. I would visualize all the plays and imagine that I was at the game. Best of all I was supposed to be sleeping.
Ok I get it now, why I’m still a part of leaf nation even in 2023 (May 2023) In the same club as Gordon Lightfoot is an honour. Rest in peace you great Canadian
My wife had this childrens book about this little boy who worshipped Maurice Richard and the Monteal Canadiens. The boy wanted Richard's jersey for a present, but got a Maple Leafs jersey instead. He acted like the world came to an end, and that's when I learned about the strong rivalry between these two teams.
@@richardthompson6366 Yeah-but let’s face it, this is what happens nearly every single time the Leafs have been in the playoffs. I mean, they haven’t won the Cup in 56 years. That’s a good chunk of Gord’s recording career! I’m sure he was used to them losing/choking. But I thought this year might be different. Guess not.
@@MrDuneedon Gord said it himself, it's the belief that they will win that keeps us coming back. I just don't see the urgency from this bunch, like they have something better to do.
@@richardthompson6366 Well hey, Richard, keep the faith, at least for now, because they actually won one tonight. Of course, they are still down 3-1 in the series and face a nearly impossible task-but they’re still alive!
I remember in the 70s my cousin Rat had boxes of hockey cards and watching him going through him and his buddies cards, all of them going "Got 'im...got 'im...got 'im...need 'im...got 'im...need 'im" Lol!
Rest in Peace, Gordon. I hope that there is hockey in heaven for you to enjoy. I know there is great music there now that you have arrived.
It's Canada's game. The rest of the world is simply honored to be a part of it and will forever be grateful to the nation of Canada and its people for showing us the greatest team sport on this planet. Gord is literally gold. Like hockey, he is also a true, Canadian treasure who always had messages of peace and kindness and goodness for all those who would listen. Thank you Canada...for hockey and for Gord.
Nobody can touch this guy when it comes to songwriting. The most underrated songwriter of our time, at least in the the states.
MrSimmies He is special; that for sure. I have loved his music since my youth. It was great to see his charm, reliving his Canadian life, we in the states never knew. It was a great video to watch.
@@buckjohnson1119 -
If you like him you may love Stan Rogers.
Gordon is Canadian through and through. Such a warm, kind, and honest spirit.
Yes, thank you very much (hvala) I met Gord in Vancouver in the autumn of '79 Queen Elizabeth Theatre...he invited all the fans that went backstage (outside door) to his hotel suite for drinks and chat about his music...he even walked me to my little volkswagen (w/his bodyguard) parked in the parkade across the road from his hotel suite (4 Seasons).
I was 18 years old when I first saw Gordon play live at the Rebecca Cohn auditorium at Dalhousie University. I was fresh out of Cape Breton, with a beautiful girl from my chemistry class I had a huge crush on, and I had a hole in my cheap boat shoes. I was a fish out of water, nervous as hell, but when Gordon and his amazing band started playing, time literally stood still for me. I will never, ever forget that show as long as I live. R.I.P. Gordon ❤
Never seen an interview with this guy before, I have a whole new perspective, he is nothing like I would have imagined him before seeing this. What an absolutely cool guy, even outside of being a talented musician.
I grew up in Detroit and was able to watch Hockey Night in Canada every Saturday night on channel 9 on CBC. Having Gordon talk about it brought back memories. I can't watch Hockey Night here in California, but I can still listen to Gordon Lightfoot. He'll be missed.
A Canadian National Treasure. Rest In Peace. Canada will always love you - and so will many others…
Love this guy. True Canadian and true Toronto Maple Leafs fan. RIP Gordon and thank you for your legacy.
One of the high honors of my life was getting to meet Gord...a towering musical giant the likes of which we will never see again. Godspeed Gordie...
I always think of Gordon Lightfoot as being reserved and somewhat reclusive. This wonderful piece shows him as a warm, friendly humorous gentleman - kudos to the folks at CBC who managed to execute a fantastically revealing poetic essay of one of Canada's great icons. The question about how it feels to go before an audience was truly masterfully revealing.
Love this man! I am so fortunate to have seen him perform live nearly fifty times!
His music is and always will be reflective of the Canadian Spirit.
That was beautiful! Made me reach back 50 yrs ago lacing up my skates on a stump pondside by my house - didn’t think I had anything in common with Gordon - love that he had a passion for hockey - sad that his Leafs got knocked out this year
His love and passion for the game of hockey is icing on the cake for me. Always admired his music. What a talent and humble spirit, soul.
What a champ!! I listen to every video that pops up, regardless of the subject matter. Rock on, GL. Rock on.
Rest In Peace & Thank you, Mr. Lightfoot.
Gordon Lightfoot Forever.
Maple Leafs Forever.
I BeLeaf
What a great man. I watched him last night (2-20-15) in Macon, GA, which was probably the 15th time I've seen him perform (the first time was I think 1986 in Windsor, Ontario). His music is the soundtrack of my life growing up in Michigan. Gordy has changed so much over the years, from a grumpy alcoholic to a grateful survivor who returned from the brink of death with a whole different perspective on life. His voice may be a little weaker today, but his talent, his passion and his sense of humor are all alive and well. We're lucky to have him, and we're even luckier that he still likes to perform. No one would fault him if he wanted to take it easy. Long live Gordy.
+Dave Thompson So well said!
I love your appreciation and your insight. Their was something unearthly about his talent and intelligence, , it was sublime and crashed down to reality, but the man survived, the legend lives on, its nice that the wonderful man lives on too.
@@user-nq9gz4xf7f Ha! "The Legend Lives On." What a perfect title for his bio.
Thanks for another side of my hero, GL
Never thought about it before, but of course Gord was a hockey fan...and Maple Leafs at that! 🥳
GL has been, and continues to be, the single most influential singer/composer for me today. This interview gives s glimpse into his thoughts and simple priorities that have shaped his life and music. I believe that all great Artists, who really connect with people, do it though blending their own life experiences with yours. Certainly GL has found that special key that unlocks the hearts of so many, .... Including mine.
Fortunately Gordie never made it as a hockey star every canadian boys first choice but he made it as an artist of beautiful Canadian soul music. He stands there with Bobby and Wayne, well i might say as modest as he is, just a little higher.
Gordon Lightfoot is a master storyteller and supreme singer-songwriter. I would never think to ask him about hockey.
I'm sending this to all my hockey bros!!!!
I found this to be an excellent interview with Gordon. Play on Gordon, Rick, Barry, Mike and Carter... I love you guys!!!
His music is timeless and beautiful, as is his spirit. Rest in peace Gordon. Thank you for making us all laugh and cry.
I've always preferred hockey on the radio. Baseball too. In rural New Hampshire in the 70's, the TV reception was spotty at best. Radio fosters imagination.
Gord's a hockey fan too!!! Instant regret was not seeing him in concert
Thanks a lot-may he be around forever-just the greatest...
Gordon Lightfoot has a real twinkle in his eye!
He has a sparkling smile. Such a treasure.❤️
@Gordon Lightfoot Hello. I am well. How are you? Will you be on Tour doing what you do Best. If you go on tour I hope you have a blast. Each City brings a new wonderful experience. You get to make new friends and new memories. Has to be stressful and loads of hard work.
Great guy sharing about a great sport. I've spent my lifetime breathing, playing hockey and following my hockey heros: Orr, Howe, LeFleur, Sanderson, Gilmour, Hull, Richard, Gilbert, Esposito....on and on.
i love Gordon Lightfoot. i have since i was 16 years old. i bought tickets to see and hear him in The Arie Crown in McCormick Place downtown Chicago and took my friend, a drummer and fellow music lover. i am a good friend. Generous. All my life i have enjoyed Gordon's creativity. And my brother was a hockey player and a racer, while i liked figure skating. i was a Nanny and the block's official babysitter and taught the children how to skate. You will love it down here Gordon Lightfoot. We have many Canadian Snowbirds down here all winter. That's people we call Snowbirds because they kinda migrate. lol Our Hertz Arena is a great big ice rink in SW Florida and they put a tarp down for concerts. We love you in Florida. Ya'all come on down now, ya' hear? lol Just don't book, following the Circus elephants. lololol
is there anything more Canadian than a folk singer named "Gordon" talking about Hockey Night in Canada in the town of Orillia?
Before there was The Hip, BNL, the Arkells, GL laid the groundwork for modern Canadian music.
Still another side of Gordon Lightfoot. tysm I will never look at hockey the same way I did before watching this video. LOL
Love you Gordon~
Even though I'm a Habs fan, I always remember having Sittlers hockey card, as well as Borje Salming and Lanny MacDonalds. All those great Leafs. I'm from Hartford CT. I remember meeting Goug Gilmour at a club in Calgary when visiting relatives of mine back in 90.
I would love to see the entire performance of Gord's from June 16th, 1976 for the Canadian Olympic Team Benefit.
Thanks for the upload, really enjoyed it very much
When I've talked to him about our Leafs and how bad they are at times he always says "Ya gotta love them, ya gotta love the Leafs!".. I do! My first born son is named after Darryl Sittler! Love that he still has his scrapbook of hockey cards from when he was around 13 years old. I'll see him in Orillia on Apr.20 and commiserate over another horrible Leafs seasonwith him.. He's a very nice person. I have lots of videos posted of him from concerts...
Thanks a lot, glad you dig them!
LOVE this!
Thank You . . . 1 Eye . . .
RIP Gordon--like the game of hockey, a Canadian gem
Great interview. I was lucky to see him perform twice. It’s fun to see other facets of the man. Especially now that he’s gone. ☹️
In his prime, GORGEOUS. 💘
Legend
Go Leafs Go !!! RIP legend Gordon Lightfoot ... A Great Canadian :)
Good thing Gord wasn't around to see them lose the series 4-1. At least he got to see a first round win!
Thank you! ♥️
I used to listen to the hockey games on a Rocket Radio with earphones. I would visualize all the plays and imagine that I was at the game. Best of all I was supposed to be sleeping.
Canadian Railway Trilogy is my favourite song.
merci
Let's hope for a at least some games this year!!!
This is so Canadian maple syrup is flowing out of my Samsung
Geez, I loved this guy before , but now that I know he was hockey fan, whoah!
Who better to talk to the great sport of hockey. RIP Gordo
8:44 I keep the faith 💙
What a national treasure he was. 💗
Ok I get it now, why I’m still a part of leaf nation even in 2023 (May 2023)
In the same club as Gordon Lightfoot is an honour. Rest in peace you great Canadian
May he rest in peace? Sadly his Maple Leafs never hoisted lord Stanley again during his lifetime.
What a good man !
Love it....but being from Montreal, it is the only time that I will agree to disagree with GML if you get my meaning. He is a star.....nuff said
My hero
WOW ! WELL I'LL BE A SON OF SASKATCHEWAN ! A Gordon Lightfoot Hat Trick A Goal - And An Assist - And A Fight ! 🏒🏒🏒 🎸🌹💕
Talent on loan from GOD. The heavenly crowd now gets to enjoy his music.
Well said! 😢
At least he got to see them win the cup early on. Too bad he didn't get to see another one.😢
My wife had this childrens book about this little boy who worshipped Maurice Richard and the Monteal Canadiens. The boy wanted Richard's jersey for a present, but got a Maple Leafs jersey instead. He acted like the world came to an end, and that's when I learned about the strong rivalry between these two teams.
It's a great Canadian classic, you will find in many homes across the country.
It helped define us as who we are.
Thanks for posting !
RIP GOD HAS ONE HELL OF A SONGWRITER. Would love to hear what he writes for God?
I wonder how he felt about Jimi Hendrix's song writing and guitar playing ?
“The last thing he ever did … won the leafs the cup “
I'm convinced I am a misplaced Canadian living in America. : )
Another kind and decent human being gone and it just keeps getting worse and worse the more good people leave this evil world
Was hoping that the Leafs would win it all this year for Gord -- but, they're choking, as per usual.
The current line up does not have Lightfoot's passion for the team or the game.
@@richardthompson6366 Yeah-but let’s face it, this is what happens nearly every single time the Leafs have been in the playoffs. I mean, they haven’t won the Cup in 56 years. That’s a good chunk of Gord’s recording career! I’m sure he was used to them losing/choking. But I thought this year might be different. Guess not.
@@MrDuneedon Gord said it himself, it's the belief that they will win that keeps us coming back. I just don't see the urgency from this bunch, like they have something better to do.
@@MrDuneedon I've been waiting 53 yrs now, don't think I have another 53 to wait, ha!
@@richardthompson6366 Well hey, Richard, keep the faith, at least for now, because they actually won one tonight. Of course, they are still down 3-1 in the series and face a nearly impossible task-but they’re still alive!
If the Leafs had as much heart as Gordon Lightfoot, they might not be a twenty year disappointment.
20 year??? 😮
Gordo is pretty good 👍 but you should see 👀 some of my 900 poems 😉🍁🌲
Yes, the Leafs. The most celebrated losers of all time.
I remember in the 70s my cousin Rat had boxes of hockey cards and watching him going through him and his buddies cards, all of them going "Got 'im...got 'im...got 'im...need 'im...got 'im...need 'im" Lol!
The RR HOF a joke, he should have been in years ago...Dolly Parton, a joke
I wish he was in. Dolly Parton is an equally prolific songwriter
I stopped paying attention to the RR HOF. And I’ve always loved good music. RR in particular.