Gordon Lightfoot

Gordon Lightfoot was born in 1938 in Orillia, Ontario. He is a Canadian singer and songwriter who has achieved international success in folk, country, and popular music.

Gordon Lightfoot's music career has spanned more than 40 years, producing more than 200 recordings. He helped define the folk-pop sound of the 1960s and 1970s, influencing many major recording artists. He is a true international star, a Canadian treasure and believe it or not, one of my favorite singers. He was awarded the Order of Canada in 2003 and is still touring and recording .