If they ever make a biopic about Gordon Lightfoot, he NEEDS to be played by Bryan Cranston. The resemblance is uncanny.

@koiksama

5 ай бұрын

Yes definitely . While watching Gord respond to questions , I saw some mannerisms that he shares with Bryan . So along with physical resemblance , he could easily play the role. Not sure about the musical abilities.

Gordon Lightfoot will certainly be missed. He was a fabulous songwriter and performer. ❤❤❤❤😊

He didn't say it here, but Bob Dylan has said more than once that Gordon Lightfoot is his favorite songwriter.

@michaelsturdevant9196

Ай бұрын

It would have been tacky to say it here.

Bob had once said that the problem with Gordon Lightfoot is that his songs end too soon.

@fredstriker2042

Жыл бұрын

So did Breads songs, and others. I'd say seems a bit of a singer, songwriter, soft rock formula

@rudygracia5573

Жыл бұрын

And THEN you have songs like Call me maybe,that don't end soon enough!🤮👎

Bob’s enthusiasm is overwhelming.

@gorgeoushammer

3 жыл бұрын

LOL

@Noitisnt-ns7mo

2 жыл бұрын

Ebullient Bob

@alwynvanwyk1851

Жыл бұрын

😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂😂

@jstoltz126

Жыл бұрын

Bob is actually quite shy, has never been extroverted, even on stage, but he's a good guy ❤

@pjhey947

Жыл бұрын

I’ve heard many times that Bob had Asperger’s syndrome so even though he’s brilliant, Bob lacks social skills.

"Somebody of rare talent and all that"- Bob Dylan at 1.45

@duffbaker9554

6 жыл бұрын

Yes, we caught that already, but thanks anyhow.

@ArmyJames

5 жыл бұрын

Talk about being damned with faint praise.

@romeysiamese6712

4 жыл бұрын

Idt he wanted to read all the sh** on the cue card. Cant blame him, awards shows are trite

@veritastriumphantchurch776

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, talent like Gordon Lightfoot's is indeed very rare. Far more rare is the few sparks of quality songwriting exhibited by Zimmerman in his 60 some years of churning out album after album and long after his "heyday"

@sdubon7800

3 жыл бұрын

Bob was so much older then, he’s younger than that now.

Gordon Lightfoot and Bob Dylan, both are the gold standard when it come's to the written word in song writing! RIP Mr. Lightfoot.

@victorjcano

Жыл бұрын

PLEASE DON'T FOR GET JONI

@jamesedwards2237

5 ай бұрын

Don't forget the American treasure John Prine.

Two guys who both are uncomfortable talking to an audience, despite the fact they play music for millions. Nevertheless, a well-deserved honour for Gord.

@veritastriumphantchurch776

3 жыл бұрын

Yes and there's a genuine poet expressing his soul beautifully Not the "joker" on the "sidelines in a cast" as Don McLean described Dylan in American Pie

@lorettamurphy7119

2 жыл бұрын

Gorden Lightfoot...Thank you Sir.My husband loves Sailing and he still loves Shipping...He is still wearing his Boots!!

Always amazing to see how shy these troubadours are on stage without their instruments and songs to hide behind. Here, from the viewpoint of 2020, they still shine on, like the moon and the stars and the sun.

@robertcronin6603

3 жыл бұрын

True... very true.

@donnabowen9983

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I never know if Bob Dylan is an arrogant cad or shy.

@jimquantic

2 жыл бұрын

"to hide behind"??

@FleagleSangria

2 жыл бұрын

Bob never has been comfortable on TV. Especially if he isnt singing and playing. He doesnt get the gawking and tribute stuff very much. I dont think it is arrogance as much as discomfort. He thinks alot of Gordon though and Im sure strictly did this for him. Bob is a different kind of guy. Plus, artists on these two guys level think differently. Artists are just oddballs in general. They kind of exist outside of time, circumstances and are better observers as participants. Rather than the center of attention. They are self experiments in a world of mediocre. Yet give insight to their times. And define humanity for us.

@codydavidyates72

Жыл бұрын

"What looks far from a distance Close up, ain't really that big"

I flew in to Toronto from New Brunswick Monday night landing at 6: 15. I had just sat down at my destination when, checking something on my phone, I saw the headline that Gordon Lightfoot had passed around 7: 30 in a Toronto hospital. As a Canadian who grew up hearing his hits on the radio it's a sad time. I'm going to remember the spot where I was when I heard Gordon Lightfoot died. Rest in Peace Gordon Lightfoot.

@SandraMcCalip

9 ай бұрын

Tearfully missed A gentle breeze moving through time, we love you always

that's not bob dylan. that's sober keith richards

@jeremydavidspeaks

8 жыл бұрын

it mightbe howard stern

@auramac

8 жыл бұрын

+Jeremy Speaks Do your homework and stay in school. Oh, yeah- get off the drugs, too...

@dfedtsov

8 жыл бұрын

+auramac thats uncalled for. how can you verify your level of intelligence

@josemorales-jr4oh

6 жыл бұрын

there is not exists such thing

@MoonlightDawnMoolightDawn

6 жыл бұрын

Hhaha I didn't know Keith sobered up long enough for an awards show... lol!!!

He was definitely tripping out looking at the tvs and then the TVs on the tvs. And then the tvs on the tvs on the other tvs.

@patfraser3869

5 жыл бұрын

Or pretending....

@ahbowakawapoussepousse2712

4 жыл бұрын

He was just being funny!

@thataintitchief553

4 жыл бұрын

DatGanjaSmuggla I’m Stoned this cracked me up

@teacat55

4 жыл бұрын

total affectation.

@loilt5091

4 жыл бұрын

Tyson's electric lettuce left him discombobulated

Been a fan since the 60s. I have loved him as much as you do. Sympathies to all my Canadian friends. Dear Gordon, rest in peace. 🇬🇧🇬🇧

Omg..his shyness mixed in with badass attitude always wins my heart;)

@lesliekerins2595

6 жыл бұрын

It truly ROCKS that weird combo..do we love him or what !!!

@melmiller9507

5 жыл бұрын

I think its all bs

@brandonjerome

4 жыл бұрын

Not sure that is "shyness"

@morganfisherart

4 жыл бұрын

@@brandonjerome - maybe "discomfort" at being at one of these glitzy plastic events. Still - he sure dressed the part! Gloves?!?!

@brandonjerome

4 жыл бұрын

@@morganfisherart could be Or it could be LSD

Dylan always considered Gordon one of the the top songwriters. And that's saying a lot

@frankiebowie6174

Жыл бұрын

One would think he might’ve mentioned that. Bob Dylan is kind of a dick. I’ve thought so ever since I watched him humiliate Donavan in that doc.

@Zepster77

Жыл бұрын

@@frankiebowie6174 on the contrary I thought he was accomodating to Donovan…. He listened to the song Don sang respectfully…. then took the guitar and sang “Baby Blue” which clearly was on another level

@nancyprohira2571

Жыл бұрын

I used to play Gord's Gold 9n my way to school. I still listen to it on my way to work. Both are so gifted.. Thank you both for helping me get through life...in good and bad times. Bob is the gift that keeps on giving and Gordon voice can still give me joy. Thank you for posting.

@nancyprohira2571

Жыл бұрын

​@@frankiebowie6174 That video just showed who was the best lyricist. Bob Dylan has a talent that can't be contained. For some reason watching Donovan look like a minor compared to a major is delightful to see.

@frankiebowie6174

Жыл бұрын

@@nancyprohira2571 Dylan has the mythological aura, but there are other songwriters who are just plain more entertaining and productive than him. Paul Simon, Willie Nelson and Paul McCartney come to mind. I’ve stopped lionizing Dylan and I’m glad for it.

Funny how distant they seem from eachother and how the awkwardness almost shows they would not be friends or let alone ever met in the past when they were in fact good friends and respected eachother a whole lot

Blessed to have these guys still sharing our air with us in 2022 with Bob at 80 and Gordon 83.

@dans9463

Жыл бұрын

Oh Bob is still younger

@TonyWesley

Жыл бұрын

And now Gordon is gone.

@ShellsPink

Жыл бұрын

RIP GL Thank You!!

@alanvallazza9781

Жыл бұрын

Bob is turning 82 this month. He turned 80 in 2021. He is a year older than Sir Paul McCartney. Paul turned 80 last June. Gordon started his career in 1963. He passed away on Monday at 84.

To receive a reward out of the hands of Bob Dylan is the greatest honor a musician can get. Hell, that's great!

Eyeliner really took no prisoners in the 80's

For someone so eloquent in his songwriting as Dylan, he sure didn't have much to say.

@imustbegettinolder4434

4 жыл бұрын

Personally, I thought he was rude

@Super241946

4 жыл бұрын

Bob got help from Satan to write that stuff! He couldn't remember half of what he wrote if he hadn't supernatural help. Think about it!

@MickTheQuickk

4 жыл бұрын

@@Super241946 Could be, but were does Satan deposit his royalty checks? It must be hard for him to open a checking account dressed like that.

@Julian-sr9dg

4 жыл бұрын

@@Super241946 You really don't know how the creative process works do you

@JustinMather

3 жыл бұрын

@@imustbegettinolder4434 Me too. That was awful...very disappointing.

Bob had a series of appearances where he seemed to not know where he was.

@FlaschDJ

4 жыл бұрын

Can’t be sure but I think he’s acting: “Oh my! I’m so confused! I’ve never seen an awards ceremony before.” After all, Bob’s in the business of drawing attention to himself. I don’t buy the lost/confused schtick

@newerafrican

3 жыл бұрын

@@FlaschDJ I agree. He just wanted to take his sweet ass time to get more adulation. He must be OK in private as George Harrison, Tom Petty and many others seem to like hanging with him but I've never been impressed with him. His music, yes. Himself, no. Just my opinion.

@veritastriumphantchurch776

3 жыл бұрын

Hey why should he bother to know where he is? In his mind and apparently in millions of people's minds, he's God No need to comb your hair in the morning, wash your face, or apparently even change your clothes Just look in the mirror every day and say. "I'm Dyyylan"

@ozzyozcorn

3 жыл бұрын

@@FlaschDJ pretty sure hes tripping lol

@keetahbrough

Жыл бұрын

demonstrating his alienation from the glitz and glamour of the showbiz side of the industry.

bob didn't want to leave any finger prints behind.

@PAULLONDEN

5 жыл бұрын

Or loathing to have to shake hands with complete strangers at such bashes ....?

@JC-by6cl

3 жыл бұрын

lol

@skullduggery3377

3 жыл бұрын

@@JC-by6cl - what the hell was up with his demeanor during that period of the mid 80's? wearing gloves and mascara and walking around looking lost...lol.

@jezebeljones659

3 жыл бұрын

@@skullduggery3377 well, at least he had gloves on both hands -- maybe he strangled somebody backstage.

@joannapolitano

3 жыл бұрын

@@jezebeljones659 lol

As a big fan, it’s great to see these two troubadours saving their best poetry for their next albums.

Bob being there for Gord speaks volumes!

Dylan is possibly in another world here

...And he DID for more than 35 more years! Thank yoU Gordon Lightfoot! RIP

RIP Gordon Lightfoot. Congrats on a job well done. May your music live on forever.

Prince was a big influence on Bob's fashion sense in the 80's.

@betaboog

7 жыл бұрын

triscat how did u find that out. sounds like inside info

@ronfowlermusic

6 жыл бұрын

sorry, Bob goes back way before Prince; think Little Richard. SHUT UP!

@louispconstant6624

6 жыл бұрын

Both Gemini's ;-)

@armarq8091

5 жыл бұрын

Thats stupid thinking..

@Mandrake591

4 жыл бұрын

Bob and Prince, both Gemini geniuses from Minnesota! Gordon's the man, though!

Bob Dylan reminds me of my son autistic traits.. Bob did get on a plane to do this. This said alot about how in felt about Gordon.

Is this Bob during his 'Prince' phase?

@TheOlmecindian

8 жыл бұрын

Lol

@mumblesslam

8 жыл бұрын

+Lothar Roberts Prince mixed with Chris Cornell.

@timtrek

6 жыл бұрын

The Muderin' era Phil Spector totally stole his look too!

@konundrum3678

5 жыл бұрын

He cleaned out the Prince yard sale.

@solat90ro

5 жыл бұрын

@@mumblesslam chris Cornell? Dont see it

😭One of my favorite song writers and  performers of all time Gordon Meredith Lightfoot Jr. (November 17, 1938 - May 1, 2023 R. I .P 😭

RIP...A TRUE CANADIAN ICON

Gordon is a class guy as you can see.

Raspberry leopard skin pill box beret

@perry12328

7 жыл бұрын

this is funny. also you get it, your comments are always on the mark. thank you for bringing awareness and honesty into this wasteland.

@thebandsoul7836

5 жыл бұрын

hahah 😂

@lemlegilbert

4 жыл бұрын

@@thebandsoul7836 Nice one!

@thosehorribleyelloweyes3843

4 жыл бұрын

This comment deserves the Nobel prize in literature

@DonniWild

3 жыл бұрын

Thought this was my plugs new strain

Sympathies to Gordon's family. HE brought us His Gift & shared it generously... with all of us. Dylan & Van morrison...& right there with them...Gordon Lightfoot.

"He has rare talent and all that."- Bob Dylan (lol)

Fuck why were the 80's so shiny. My damn eyes are burning

Just a boy who never figured out why people liked him so much.

@roy15flynn

6 жыл бұрын

Luke Lyons you'll get it when ur older

@AB-mf8le

6 жыл бұрын

Think you missed the point Roy

@onepunchgeorge9251

4 жыл бұрын

Bob likened his voice to a coyote howl!really.

@mrfester42

4 жыл бұрын

If you believe that then you know diddly about Dylan.

@powerful-knowledge77

3 жыл бұрын

Mk assest

What a classy gentleman...what a oss...RIP Gord...

Damn, I've never seen Bob Dylan in his eighties phase.

@dakotadedreu1451

4 жыл бұрын

🤣😂😂 right?

Tangled Up In Purple Rain

Rest well Gordon lightfoot. 1938-2023. This us my favorite song, thanks for all the wonderful music.

IF YOU COULD READ MY MIND LOVE,, IS ONE OF THE BEST SONGS EVER WRITTEN IN MY OPINION.

@veritastriumphantchurch776

3 жыл бұрын

Amen to that So much good stuff by Gordon Lightfoot. So what is this real poet and songwriter doing up there with this imposter. The goofy looking guy is the emperor who has no clothes

RIP Gordon Lightfoot. Your music will always move us. 🎶🙏💙🐈‍⬛

Bob dylan...a man of not so many words...

When Bob Dylan shows up for you, you know you've made it.

@finnmcginn9931

Жыл бұрын

There's a great video on KZread of Joni Mitchell singing Coyote in Gordon's living room with Dylan milling around. From the looks of it they had quite a good time and I'm guessing they were food friends. Cheers

This is a hilariously understated presentation. Here’s your thing. That it? Yup. Ok. Well I guess that’s that.

E X A C T L Y !! Mr. DYLAN, within his thousands, (literally), of song lyrics...has already said it ALL !! Well spoken, BOB !!!

Gord cuts a handsome figure in that tux! I was speechless when I first saw this clip.

Both super music legends Bob and Gordon.

Bob I'll take Embarrassing Speeches for 600

@Jungla694

7 ай бұрын

lol

@koiksama

5 ай бұрын

Ohh good one . Nice shot the the satirical solar plexus.

@johnnynbk

5 ай бұрын

You get up there in front of a room of people and try it sometime tough guy

oh bob, show a little enthusiasm - Gordon here's to you - thank you for your beauty and your grace.

I am a big fan of both of these artists, but man was that hard to watch; so glad to see Gordon Lightfoot accept the recognition; definitely saw the style-influence due to Prince (or artist formerly and formally, both, previously known as Prince) - on Bob Dylan. Well, I was a big fan of all three, so I made that connection.

This is the kewlest BOB i ve ever seen....Gordon gave us wonderful music....Many more years are wished for both....thank you for the 🎶

Bob doesn't show up for just anybody...but he showed up for Gord!

@MisterTMH

Жыл бұрын

Dylan also like Randy Newman's songs.

bob dylan!! my lord he' just drips *cool*.

Gordon always seemed like he could go around town and people would have no idea who he was

Bob Dylan got a Prince vibe going on in '86 😂

Bob Dylan's body and mind weren't always in the same place.

What a dignified and brief comment and acceptance, really appreciate this guy.

Bob is like “Can I home now” 😂😂

Bob Dylan got the honor to induct the greatest folk singer/songwriter of all time!🎉🎈🎊

@newerafrican

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, and he didn't even have the decency to acknowledge Gordon. "It's and honor to have me here." What a dick.

@veritastriumphantchurch776

3 жыл бұрын

At last somebody gets it. Gordon Lightfoot's songs never get old, they just age beautifully.

@veritastriumphantchurch776

3 жыл бұрын

@@newerafrican Dick doesn't even begin to describe him

@clemlowes9417

Жыл бұрын

​@@veritastriumphantchurch776 Like fine wine. RIP Gordon Lightfoot.

You go, Gordo! A sad day for Canada & all music lovers.

I thought it was supposed to be Bob Dylan & Gordon Lightfoot; but out came Prince and Walter White. WTF?

@ElChupacabra77B

7 жыл бұрын

No it is Bob Dylan and Gordon Lightfoot!!!

@spkoftdvl

5 жыл бұрын

Jajajajajaja, you make my night, now I can go sleep happy, thanks.

@thebetbetunderground9548

5 жыл бұрын

best fucking comment in the universe

@guyb7005

4 жыл бұрын

I thought it was Alex Trebeck

@daddylongleg9113

4 жыл бұрын

Wow you are good lol

a lot of talent in one room.

Gord, just a regular fella and just like another Gord we love to this day.....of The Tragically Hip. Beautiful story tellers. Cheers.

Lol. Such a smooth talker, Bob!

Prince is from Minnesota. Bob Dylan is from Minnesota. Apparently the state has one pair of clothes.

@veritastriumphantchurch776

3 жыл бұрын

Yes and Minnesota is a very cold state, just like Bob Dylan And is very liberal and stupid , just like Bob Dylan It's latest claim to fame is the homicidal police force that killed George Floyd and set the country on fire. So far I see only two positives to its name. The newsroom and opening of the Mary Tyler Moore show and the great Mike Lindell and his wonderful My pillow

@butcherboy2008

3 жыл бұрын

@@veritastriumphantchurch776 I was just making the observation that Dylan was dressed like Prince. But, OK.

Bob did a fine job for someone who didn't know where he was.

@Dallas-Nyberg

Жыл бұрын

I think he was worried that the last bus to whackoville was going to leave without him...

@elizabethrose3667

6 ай бұрын

Good point. He didn’t seem to be aware of much.

I never saw Gordon in person except once but looking at his 70s work and his 90s performance his ageing here shoes rings like that of a maple tree. And the sap from that tree is sweet music.

I have discovered gordon today and now listening this brings me joy.

@johntechwriter

Жыл бұрын

You are in for many years of first discovering, then savoring what will become an important part of your life - Gordon’s music.

everytime he accepts an award he looks behind him for awhile before speaking at the podium without fail

Bob Dylan in his Michael Jackson phase? Sequined jacket, gloves (two). I don't think Dylan has made a habit of presenting awards to musicians, so he obviously values Gordon Lightfoot's work. It's abundantly clear that both are happier with a guitar or a harmonica.

@kennethrussell1158

Жыл бұрын

If he had makeup and eye liner he would also look like Prince.

@finnmcginn9931

Жыл бұрын

The 80s were a rough decade for him.

@RockandRollWoman

Жыл бұрын

​@Finn McGinn The 80s were a rough decade for many of us! 😂 That 80s hair. And my business suits had giant shoulder pads. 😂😂😂 Burning those photos is a kindness.

This is the era when Bob played keyboard for Morris Day and the Time

@redspice55

3 жыл бұрын

😆 😂

Super cool. Understated and awkward and humble and strange . . . I likey.

❤Bob Dylan ❤Love you forever ❤❤

Bob looks around at the TVs during the clapping because he wouldn’t know where to look otherwise

Good video I enjoyed seeing Gord and Bob Dylan on the stage like that. 😁👍

Gordon was a supreme talent and classy, decent, and grounded. Dylan... Neither seemed to relish the moment, but Gordon deserved the recognition! Troubadors are a rare breed indeed.

I was in Gordon Lightfoot's presence about 15 years ago at the Long and McQuade Music store in downtown Toronto. He was there with a young man who I assume was his grandson and was looking at some equipment like any other customer. I remember the staff were all very aware he was there.

This is the most Canadian thing I've ever seen

Who is Bob Dylan looking for!

I never heard of Lightfoot and had to look him up with Bob Dylan when I saw he was a folk songwriter.

i like how he talks about 20 years before that night like it was a long time...(1960's)...just seen him a couple months ago 30 some odd years after this award

A rare talent and all that! 😄

When Bob (finally) came out I was expecting something backhanded, and, of course, he did *not* disappoint.

@JM-co6rf

3 жыл бұрын

Bob is competitive. He only gives grand praise to people who can't really compete.

@FleagleSangria

2 жыл бұрын

Not true in this case. He very much admires and loves Gordon's writing and creativity. He has said as much. There was nothing false about Bob and his being there.

@RafValentino

Жыл бұрын

backhanded and blackhanded

@chairlesnicol672

Жыл бұрын

@@RafValentino Couldn't believe he shook hands with his leather gloves on with Gordon Lightfoot! The only thing more Canadian Dylan coulda done was wear a toque in stage and say eh! Lol

Hey Perry, thanks for the kind words and comments Peace !! Glad you like the humor, Dylan and Lightfoot especially are underrated. Being inducted by Dylan is top heavy despite how good Lightfoot is. Like Hendrix inducting Slash but that would maybe make more sense. Anyway....!

I'm glad I'm not the only one that sees a Prince influence in Bob's fashion here.

@thebrazilianatlantis165

6 жыл бұрын

He thought Prince was very talented, and they're both from Minnesota.

Haha. He was supposed to enter stage left but played his dazed and confused prank! 👏👏😊

Rest in peace, Gordon.

"The legend lives on".

Dylan looks bored, and put out, but hey, if Bob Dylan shows up to honour you, you know you have achieved something very special. There are very few people on the planet that he would do that for.

@veritastriumphantchurch776

3 жыл бұрын

Well hey, Bob Dylan doesn't have to do any of the things normal people do. Like learn to sing, learn to write comprehensible lyrics, smile, laugh, dress up nice for a special event, wash his face or even cut his fingernails He's just too "cool" for any of that

@richardthelionheart5594

9 ай бұрын

@@veritastriumphantchurch776 Not facetious at all. He doesn't do good interviews, he mumbles on stage in-between sets, doesn't have long speeches ready when called upon to do so etc ... but he is the unabashed world's poet laureate of the 20th century.. The boy can write.

@veritastriumphantchurch776

9 ай бұрын

@@richardthelionheart5594 That's kind of like saying a modern artist who smears paint and drippings on a canvas can really paint And his poetry is on the level of a middle school kid writing a poem for his teacher and getting a C- for a grade As Norman Mailer correctly put it, "If he's a poet, then I'm a basketball player"

Gordon nice straight to the point !

The Greatest Walk Out Of All Time

Dylan gets the award for 'Most Distracted Person Ever'. Here's to ya! 🍻

@MichelleEinsteinSongBirdsong

3 жыл бұрын

He's without his focus. Where's his lady birdsong.

Man , I don't really follow Bob Dylan, but he acts like he's being followed, and that he's never been in public till now. Gordon: just awesome.. humble, obviously.. probably just wanted to get off the stage & go hang out & play his guitar

he wrote some timeless music R.I. P.. Gord

Jesus Bob, you should have attended the rehearsal.

If you don’t appreciate Bob Dylan and Gordon Lightfoot...well, there’s something missing. ❤️

@veritastriumphantchurch776

3 жыл бұрын

Well if you appreciate Gordon Lightfoot AND Bob Dylan there's definitely something missing. You live in the shadows between light and darkness. Maybe you're schizophrenic Because Gordon Lightfoot is wonderful and inspiring and Bob Dylan is hideous and embarrassing

@uncatila

2 жыл бұрын

Well if you don't appreciate them your "deef" as gordon used to pronounce the word.

@da324

Жыл бұрын

@@veritastriumphantchurch776 Well, that's one opinion...

@veritastriumphantchurch776

9 ай бұрын

No, it's if you PUT Bob Dylan and Gordon Lightfoot together, there's something missing Namely, recognizing the difference between real art and quality (Gordon Lightfoot) and inane rambling garbage (Bob Dylan)

I've seen Dylan live. Still have to see Lightfoot live.