The day Gordon Lightfoot passed, I listened to this song omw home from work. Cruising along in my truck, windows down after a hard day's work. I almost started crying, because it hit me how much I really loved this song and the fact that the man who wrote/sang it was gone forever. But then I realized his music will live forever, and I was feeling no pain.
@@jamessullenriot Agree 100%. I listen the most to classic rock, but I also like a lot of other things. Out of everything, this is one of my all-time favorites.
On June 3rd 1973 I was watching McCloud on tv and this song was playing in the back ground, My Aunt came over and informed me that my Daddy had died of a heart attack. Ever since this has been one of my favorite songs. I was 13 years old , Gords Gold was the first album I ever bought.
I can see her lying back in her satin dress In a room where you do what you don't confess Sundown, you better take care If I find you been creeping 'round my back stairs Sundown, you better take care If I find you been creeping 'round my back stairs She's been looking like a queen in a sailor's dream And she don't always say what she really means Sometimes I think it's a shame When I get feeling better when I'm feeling no pain Sometimes I think it's a shame When I get feeling better when I'm feeling no pain I can picture every move that a man could make Getting lost in her loving is your first mistake Sundown, you better take care If I find you been creeping 'round my back stairs Sometimes I think it's a sin When I feel like I'm winning when I'm losing again I can see her looking fast in her faded jeans She's a hard loving woman Got me feeling mean Sometimes I think it's a shame When I get feeling better when I'm feeling no pain Sundown, you better take care If I find you been creeping 'round my back stairs Sundown, you better take care If I find you been creeping 'round my back stairs Sometimes I think it's a sin When I feel like I'm winning when I'm losing again
RIP Mr Lightfoot. I loved listening to your albums as a teen. I was thrilled to attend your concert at the Fox Theatre in Tucson, AZ. I loved Edmund Fitzgerald most of all.
It's May 4th and I just learned of the passing of Mr Lightfoot. I'm 61, so his music is in my wheelhouse and until I watched interviews and tributes ,that I realized what an incredible songwriter and musical genius he was. Thank you Gordon for sharing your talents with the world. Another Icon gone😢
I love this guy. Great songwriter. In the early eighties I was in the Boy Scouts and we went to Canada. I was very young. 2 memories stand out among many great ones. While standing on the shore of one of the lakes, cannot remember which I thought this is not a lake it is an Ocean. 2 The scout leaders were all in a flurry around this one guy, taking pics, getting autographs, like school girls. I said what's going on? That guy is Gordon Lightfoot. Did not know the name or the songs they said. Wish I did. When one scout master died he was buried with a pic of him and Gordon. I looked and said OMG it was him. I just remember a kind , patient humble man strolling the shore like an ordinary guy. Man if I only knew. I could have gotten a pic and autograph. Was just too young. But technically I DID meet him. lol.
Hey, I was just going through a Gordon Lightfoot phase recently. My dad (who worked on the boats in Lake Erie) said he knew some of the guys who died on the Edmund Fitzgerald, and he had the 45 of that song (he didn't own many records). Spookily, I kept hearing it or covers of it right after he died. Sundown, Carefree Highway some of my favorites. Makes me feel like an honorary Canadian!
Mr. Lightfoot’s music has been a big part of my life. He was there for me in High School through all my trials and then in the military. He has a way of touching your soul with his music, my two favs are Sundown and the Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. What an amazing talent but most important what a humble and good man. God Bless and long life to a generational icon Mr. Lightfoot
@@cyninbend You have to understand, that this isn't the same man from 1974. Alcoholism and smoking really took a toll on his voice. Alcoholism plagued him up until '82, and he only quit smoking last year, and that's had quite a few repercussions for his singing. I acknowledge you might not like this version, but hey, I find it cool he's still doing what he loves, despite such drastic changes!
I've loved this guy for so long & I'm saddened by all his health issues. Now, seeing him here after all those infirmities, I'd like to cook him a big dinner. He could use a little meat on his bones.
Gordon has got to be one of the top songwriters of all time without a doubt. God gave him talent I can only dream about. I thank God for putting Gordon and me on earth at the same time. I would have hated not having the joy of this amazing, amazing talent in my life. The best balladeer of all time. Gordon, you are a rock star. May God bless you my friend.
Gord ..I hope I get a chance to meet you. Im a drummer and at age 14 I bought a tix to your show in Tilles Ctr CW POst college in NY.. I was the only 14 yr old.. andmy Dad said Gordon Who? he didnt undertand me.. being a Cop.. my mom drive me to the Concert.. again inside the theatre.. I got asked by folks if I knew what concert I was at.?? I laughed and said yes.. Im a fisherman and drummer.. I know the story of Edmond Fiztgerald.. bc I live that story when I go out on my boat.. it was my gig that helped me buy my first real drum set.. Now I am 54 ..listening with my son age 12... what an incredible journey.. and hes now becoming a drummer soon to be in my band.. from one musician to the next.. God bless you and your stories ... they have inspired me in so many ways..
Odd fact. I’ve seen Gordon Lightfoot live the last few years. There is a teleprompter set up in the middle of the auditorium so he can see the lyrics. That’s why he looks blankly straight ahead at times....he watching the prompter
He skipped a part of the original song: I can picture every move that a man could make Getting lost in her lovin' is your first mistake Sundown you better take care If I find you been creepin' 'round my back stairs Sometimes I think it's a sin When I feel like I'm winnin' when I'm losin' again
It was Terry who came in too soon with the guitar solo. His facial expression revealed it quickly but Gord in his true professional manner breezed through it no fuss no muss. ..it happens. Ron Jones.
There’s an old union bar in Westminster, Calif, named Sundown. Seems it was inspired by this song back then. The servers may - still today - be creeping on your back stairs. 😉
A view from the recliner. We lost another great talented performer. So many greats in the business have gone before us. We have been blessed by all the great music. As you can see my name is Gordon and my C. B. handle is Lightfoot. Sounded good with all the police listening in!! Loved the name, the voice and the man. His music will live on.
The beauty, glory and mystery of north American nature with its mighty forests, vast lakes and wide blue sky are felt and vividly expressed by Gordon’s music and songs. He is nature’s ambassador , he is beauty’s messenger in its purest form.
Michael McLoughlin This song brings back memories, a lady named Tiffany-long ago. RIP Gordon-thanks for this song & all the memories your songs bring back.
To anyone that remembers the time before the internet knows this song brings back memories of a time that will never matched again. Mr. Lightfoot, I Salute sir you for bringing this song to life. This legendary song that helped shape a generation of us that lived in the 60's 70's 80's and 90's. This song has helped me get through a lot of hard times including the death of my mom whom I miss very much and my dad, but also gave me so many great memories of my youth as well.
I'v loved this song since I was a teenager but never knew who sang it so many people had tried but Gordon lightfoot is the only one that can sing this song. Excellent thanx for posting it.
Aussie here..I discovered Gordon Lightfoot when a late friend gifted me a cassette titled Summertime Dream with "I think you will appreciate this Canadian Singer"..Gordon Lightfoot is my go too music ..Simply a sheer pleasure channelled through headphones or speakers..
He sang like this at Gallo Winery in Northern California years ago. I think the whole band had white hair..lol Was cool though. Our little kids were dancing.
songs ive lived my life to.... this mans a genius... and a damn fine guman being. How many know he handed all profits from the edmund fitzgerald to the people affected.... a good bloke!!!
You will be much missed! I was fortunate enough to have seen you three times. Loved your music from the first time I heard you on my little radio in the 60s!
The day Gordon Lightfoot passed, I listened to this song omw home from work. Cruising along in my truck, windows down after a hard day's work. I almost started crying, because it hit me how much I really loved this song and the fact that the man who wrote/sang it was gone forever. But then I realized his music will live forever, and I was feeling no pain.
Rip Gordon Lightfoot. He was an absolute legend. This is my favorite of his. Rest in peace mate. Never forgotten 🙏🏻
Yes
I had a debate with a guy I knew about whether this song was country, or folk. Found out that it topped both of those charts.
Full agree... Excellent singer , song and voice..RIP Gordon...
Greetings from Perú
@@bryanstrom812 No matter the genre this song is an absolute masterpiece. If a perfect song exists, this is in the conversation
@@jamessullenriot Agree 100%. I listen the most to classic rock, but I also like a lot of other things. Out of everything, this is one of my all-time favorites.
On June 3rd 1973 I was watching McCloud on tv and this song was playing in the back ground, My Aunt came over and informed me that my Daddy had died of a heart attack. Ever since this has been one of my favorite songs. I was 13 years old , Gords Gold was the first album I ever bought.
I'm sorry for your loss
The song was released in January 1974, recorded November 1973.
Gordon passed away today😢
Dennis WEAVER,?
@@clownpocket- so you are saying that he’s lying? You must be a lot of fun at parties, John Watson.
Saw him 6 years ago today, he was a shell of himself physically and vocally, but there he was, an absolute legend.
Aren't we all ?
A true Canadian treasure! 🇨🇦
Your music is endless and you will always be remembered 🇨🇦🌹🍷❤️
Rest In Peace,Mr.Lightfoot.A true legend.😥
Amen! God-sent, incredible talent, and loved by millions!
I can see her lying back in her satin dress
In a room where you do what you don't confess
Sundown, you better take care
If I find you been creeping 'round my back stairs
Sundown, you better take care
If I find you been creeping 'round my back stairs
She's been looking like a queen in a sailor's dream
And she don't always say what she really means
Sometimes I think it's a shame
When I get feeling better when I'm feeling no pain
Sometimes I think it's a shame
When I get feeling better when I'm feeling no pain
I can picture every move that a man could make
Getting lost in her loving is your first mistake
Sundown, you better take care
If I find you been creeping 'round my back stairs
Sometimes I think it's a sin
When I feel like I'm winning when I'm losing again
I can see her looking fast in her faded jeans
She's a hard loving woman
Got me feeling mean
Sometimes I think it's a shame
When I get feeling better when I'm feeling no pain
Sundown, you better take care
If I find you been creeping 'round my back stairs
Sundown, you better take care
If I find you been creeping 'round my back stairs
Sometimes I think it's a sin
When I feel like I'm winning when I'm losing again
he was just so incredible one of the greats love that song sundown its one of my favorites of all time
Sobbing my eyes out.. thank you for the beautiful soundtrack to my youth.. rest in peace
🙏🙏💔🙏🙏
His voice is still terrific! God bless this man!
He is a Canadian LEGEND! I was taken aback when I heard of Mr. Lightfoot's passing. Luckily saw him 3 times in Winnipeg!
A true legend. Love his music.
RIP Mr Lightfoot. I loved listening to your albums as a teen. I was thrilled to attend your concert at the Fox Theatre in Tucson, AZ. I loved Edmund Fitzgerald most of all.
It's May 4th and I just learned of the passing of Mr Lightfoot. I'm 61, so his music is in my wheelhouse and until I watched interviews and tributes ,that I realized what an incredible songwriter and musical genius he was. Thank you Gordon for sharing your talents with the world. Another Icon gone😢
1st heard this song on a t.v show -The Blacklist, Raymond Reddington shot Diane Fowler to this song 😂 but the song stayed in my head.
Gordon is a Godsend. So much insight and talent. What a wonderful entertainer and storyteller. Love his music.
R.I.P. Gordon!!!
I love this guy. Great songwriter. In the early eighties I was in the Boy Scouts and we went to Canada. I was very young. 2 memories stand out among many great ones. While standing on the shore of one of the lakes, cannot remember which I thought this is not a lake it is an Ocean. 2 The scout leaders were all in a flurry around this one guy, taking pics, getting autographs, like school girls. I said what's going on? That guy is Gordon Lightfoot. Did not know the name or the songs they said. Wish I did. When one scout master died he was buried with a pic of him and Gordon. I looked and said OMG it was him. I just remember a kind , patient humble man strolling the shore like an ordinary guy. Man if I only knew. I could have gotten a pic and autograph. Was just too young. But technically I DID meet him. lol.
RIP Gordon. You were truly a hero of folk music
Hey, I was just going through a Gordon Lightfoot phase recently. My dad (who worked on the boats in Lake Erie) said he knew some of the guys who died on the Edmund Fitzgerald, and he had the 45 of that song (he didn't own many records). Spookily, I kept hearing it or covers of it right after he died. Sundown, Carefree Highway some of my favorites. Makes me feel like an honorary Canadian!
Playing like this at age 75, Gordon Lightfoot, legendary Canadian songwriter, covered 100s of times by other artists, can ignore his critics...
Fine n sweet music with a unique golden voice. What a talent indeed !
One of a special kind, great singer and songwriter. Did grew up with his music and still appreciate!
Mr. Lightfoot’s music has been a big part of my life. He was there for me in High School through all my trials and then in the military. He has a way of touching your soul with his music, my two favs are Sundown and the Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. What an amazing talent but most important what a humble and good man. God Bless and long life to a generational icon Mr. Lightfoot
38 years later and he still aces it
Let's say this was a king. The ace went down in '74 ;)
Why the weird snippy way of singing? Creeps me out...think I'll stick with the original.
@@cyninbend You have to understand, that this isn't the same man from 1974. Alcoholism and smoking really took a toll on his voice. Alcoholism plagued him up until '82, and he only quit smoking last year, and that's had quite a few repercussions for his singing.
I acknowledge you might not like this version, but hey, I find it cool he's still doing what he loves, despite such drastic changes!
Rest In Peace Gordon Lightfoot. Thank you for the music. 😞
Great childhood memories listening to Gordon. Such a treasure!
I've loved this guy for so long & I'm saddened by all his health issues. Now, seeing him here after all those infirmities, I'd like to cook him a big dinner. He could use a little meat on his bones.
I love Gordon. But, I can't understand how he put a band together to play shows without any harmony singers?
Yeah it would have sounded better with backing vocals. Even at 2:06 - 2:13 the band members are trying to sing along too
Gordon was influential to my guitar playing. Thanks for the music. I just wish I could have seen you in concert (my regret).
Gordon has got to be one of the top songwriters of all time without a doubt. God gave him talent I can only dream about. I thank God for putting Gordon and me on earth at the same time. I would have hated not having the joy of this amazing, amazing talent in my life. The best balladeer of all time. Gordon, you are a rock star. May God bless you my friend.
Agreed. Apparently bob Dylan and Johnny Cash have used his songs. Pretty good company there.
you still believe in santa too?
He is one of the greatest up there with the likes of Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Mc Cartney, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young.
He is Tops
Why not give credit to the man himself.........
There are no gods man..
Gord ..I hope I get a chance to meet you. Im a drummer and at age 14 I bought a tix to your show in Tilles Ctr CW POst college in NY.. I was the only 14 yr old.. andmy Dad said Gordon Who? he didnt undertand me.. being a Cop.. my mom drive me to the Concert.. again inside the theatre.. I got asked by folks if I knew what concert I was at.?? I laughed and said yes.. Im a fisherman and drummer.. I know the story of Edmond Fiztgerald.. bc I live that story when I go out on my boat.. it was my gig that helped me buy my first real drum set..
Now I am 54 ..listening with my son age 12... what an incredible journey.. and hes now becoming a drummer soon to be in my band.. from one musician to the next.. God bless you and your stories ... they have inspired me in so many ways..
I think, the best music is already composed and written. This song belongs for me to the set of best songs.
A true Bad Ass, Icon of the world..for sure
Rest In POWER
Odd fact. I’ve seen Gordon Lightfoot live the last few years. There is a teleprompter set up in the middle of the auditorium so he can see the lyrics. That’s why he looks blankly straight ahead at times....he watching the prompter
He skipped a part of the original song:
I can picture every move that a man could make
Getting lost in her lovin' is your first mistake
Sundown you better take care
If I find you been creepin' 'round my back stairs
Sometimes I think it's a sin
When I feel like I'm winnin' when I'm losin' again
It was Terry who came in too soon with the guitar solo. His facial expression revealed it quickly but Gord in his true professional manner breezed through it no fuss no muss. ..it happens. Ron Jones.
The use of this in the Blacklist TV show was a genius music supervisor move. As soon as I heard it I was like hell yes, my new favorite show.
That this the same guitar he played back in 1974 is perfect.
What a brilliant artist and backing group he is a legend my favourite song thank you Mr Gordon Lightfoot.
He was still singing and appreciated🙏🏻💜Now he had his last sundown…Rest in peace
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I think of him as an amazing artist, writer, legend as well…
There’s an old union bar in Westminster, Calif, named Sundown. Seems it was inspired by this song back then. The servers may - still today - be creeping on your back stairs. 😉
Still remains a great song today.
ive known his name because my cousin downloaded this song and "if you could read my mind" on my ipod nano when i was in highschool 15 years ago. RIP
Gordon lightfoot was the best songwriter of all time rip 😢
beautiful 💖💖
A view from the recliner. We lost another great talented performer. So many greats in the business have gone before us. We have been blessed by all the great music. As you can see my name is Gordon and my C. B. handle is Lightfoot. Sounded good with all the police listening in!! Loved the name, the voice and the man. His music will live on.
The beauty, glory and mystery of north American nature with its mighty forests, vast lakes and wide blue sky are felt and vividly expressed by Gordon’s music and songs. He is nature’s ambassador , he is beauty’s messenger in its purest form.
He's chopping the words instead of flowing vocally but hey, he's sung this great song a thousand times and age catches up with all of us.
I actually like this choppy version.. Inthinknit is a choice he made.
Sounds like he should give it up, let bygones be bygones.
So are you gonna “give up and let bygones be bygones” when you get his age ??
He was still singing and appreciated🙏🏻💜Now he had his last sundown…Rest in peace
RIP. A terrific balladeer.
Rick Haynes on Bass - Underrated legend.
I wish all the best for Mr. Lightfoot; he is slowly going blind :(
How sad.
A true genius, never get tired of his beautiful songs
#RIPGordonLightfoot (1938 - 2023) #RestInPeace 😥
Michael McLoughlin
This song brings back memories, a lady named Tiffany-long ago. RIP Gordon-thanks for this song
& all the memories your songs bring back.
He was still singing and appreciated🙏🏻💜Now he had his last sundown…Rest in peace
RIP, Mr. Lightfoot. Died tonight at 84.
Keep singing in heaven - RIP
Sometimes I think it's the same when i find I am winning but I'm losing again..RIP GL very cool song the words the legend
Gordon, for pity's sake, eat something. Always inspiring to me and my family, including son Gordon!
Lighten up on Lightfoot. He's had some health issues including alcohol abuse. You should be lucky the man's even still alive.
I guess I'm tearing up because this reminds me of hanging with my stepdad, getting caught up on life! RIP Gordon!
To anyone that remembers the time before the internet knows this song brings back memories of a time that will never matched again. Mr. Lightfoot, I Salute sir you for bringing this song to life. This legendary song that helped shape a generation of us that lived in the 60's 70's 80's and 90's. This song has helped me get through a lot of hard times including the death of my mom whom I miss very much and my dad, but also gave me so many great memories of my youth as well.
another truly classic song from Gordon .
Fuckin legend. RIP Gordon Lightfoot
I love the sound of the drums and bass, really nice snare sound. Really very nice sound engineering job. 100%
Gordon lightfoot brings out the Canadian in all of us! I guess God needed troubadour. Rest in peace, Gordon! 🇨🇦🇺🇸
I'v loved this song since I was a teenager but never knew who sang it so many people had tried but Gordon lightfoot is the only one that can sing this song. Excellent thanx for posting it.
Huge loss today in music! God Bless you sir and God's Speed!
Aussie here..I discovered Gordon Lightfoot when a late friend gifted me a cassette titled Summertime Dream with "I think you will appreciate this Canadian Singer"..Gordon Lightfoot is my go too music ..Simply a sheer pleasure channelled through headphones or speakers..
We will miss you you're one of the best
Greatness stands and plays before you.
Sundown another masterpiece by the master of a fine music legend.
Awesome. Thank you for Sundown and all of your other wonderful songs!
I pray that rest well, Sir. The world will not be the same, in your absence.
It,s was a super Concert. I Hope I will came back in the U.S.A. . Good Wisches from Germany .Axel Oehler
Safe travels Gordon, you will be missed.
Musical Miracle Man. Relevant through an ocean of time.
He sang like this at Gallo Winery in Northern California years ago.
I think the whole band had white hair..lol
Was cool though. Our little kids were dancing.
A man , your voice and his 🎸 guitar. We will see you soon 🙏
Rest in Paradise Legend
What a legend love ya Gordy 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺✨✨✨✨
One of the good old boys.. he did what he loved until he couldn't do it anymore.. RIP Mr Lightfoot we love you forever
songs ive lived my life to.... this mans a genius... and a damn fine guman being. How many know he handed all profits from the edmund fitzgerald to the people affected.... a good bloke!!!
this song was part of one brazilian soap opera in 1994/ 1995...good to remember
Been a fan since 1966....love ya Gordy.
Thank you for everything ,rest in peace SIR.
i was very sad to hear he died. i've been a fan since 1974.
Rest in Peace. We will all miss you. And those years long ago. ❤❤
You will be much missed! I was fortunate enough to have seen you three times. Loved your music from the first time I heard you on my little radio in the 60s!
The drummer has Jim Gordon’s punctuations down pretty damn good. The original recording is a drum masterpiece, IMO.
Orillia ontario canada ....so close to home
ชอบเสียง Gordon Lightfoot ศิลปินชาว Canada อายุ 84 ปี เสียงยังดีเหมือนเดิม สมัยเป็นหนุ่ม..!
I think he was having a ball in his last few years knowing he was about to die soon so he just didn't give two s****
Happy 4th 2022 Love GL music
Raymond Raddinton brought me here...
“You can’t shoot me”
And he's playing lead guitar on this one.
RIP legend.
One of the earliest singles I bought. Lost my singles box years ago, but found I can remember every word of this. RIP Mr Light of Foot
Me too - actually my very first single and of course nowhere to be seen lol
RIP Mr Lightfoot
On to that great gig in the sky..RIP ,Dude.
Rip my friend
The best is now gone
Still goin strong, this song has helped me stay off the opiates, power to your elbow Mr Lightfoot, young man.
Einer meiner alten idolo vor 40 Jahren schon geliebt Oldie Pedro 72 alt
Apparently, this song is about a girlfriend of his, who also gave John Belushi his fatal drug overdose.
Rest In Peace Mr. Lightfoot.
fabulous talent poetry in song