Gordon Lightfoot

Gordon Lightfoot

musician Canada

Gordon Lightfoot is a legendary Canadian singer-songwriter, renowned for his folk and country-infused music that has captivated audiences for decades. With hits like 'If You Could Read My Mind' and 'Sundown,' he is celebrated for his profound lyrics and melodic compositions. Lightfoot is often regarded as one of Canada's greatest musical icons, and his performances at venues like the El Mocambo further cement his legacy in the music industry.

Born on Nov 17, 1938 (87 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
67,583
Power
2,860$
Sentiment
8.36
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 8.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 32,875 $2,700,000 1,308$
Canada 1 9.00 0.09% +0% 38,005,238 34,708 $1,700,000 1,553$
Totals 2 105,891,249 67,583 $4,400,000 2,861$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Gordon Lightfoot turned the tragedy of the Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck into his haunting song 'The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.' 9

Fox News: Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck goes viral on social media 50 years later

United States United States: Gordon Lightfoot wrote 'The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald' to honor the crew lost in the maritime disaster. 9

Fox News: Edmund Fitzgerald 50th anniversary honors 29 lives lost on Lake Superior