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What happened to Gordon Lightfoot's voice?

Gordon Lightfoot almost lost his life in 2002 when his abdominal artery burst and he was in a coma for six weeks following the surgery that saved his life. When he finally and almost miraculously woke up he could barely play the guitar and his vocal chords were so constricted his golden voice was no more.

Moreover, who is the song sundown written about?

Aspen from CanadaThe song is about Susan Smith. Gordon had a 3 year affair with her while divorcing his wife. He deeply loved this woman and she hurt him bad.

When did Massey Hall reopen?

The renovated Massey Hall opened its doors to the public on Nov. 25, with veteran performer Gordon Lightfoot hitting the stage.

What is the story behind If You Could Read My Mind?

Gordon Lightfoot: If You Could Read My Mind - Song Lyrics

If You Could Read My Mind is one of his most personal songs, and is about the breakup of his first marriage - a theme he continued to use as late as 1982 (If You Could Read My Mind was written in 1969).

What is a 3 way script?

Here is the verse, again: "I'd walk away like a movie star who gets burned in a three-way script / Enter number two". You are saying that, figuratively, it means: There is a three-way love triangle (A: the singer; B: his rival; and C: the woman of the singer's affections). So, A is in love with C.

Moreover, how many times has if you could read my mind been covered?

If You Could Read My Mind has been covered over 100 times since 1969.

Where To Watch If You Could Read My Mind?

Gordon Lightfoot: If You Could Read My Mind is now streaming on CBC Gem.

Who sang the original If You Could Read My Mind?

Gordon Lightfoot

The song has been recorded more than 100 times, first in 1969 by the composer for his LP Sit Down Young Stranger. "If You Could Read My Mind." Song by Gordon Lightfoot.
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Why did Gordon Lightfoot cancel his tour?

Lightfoot has cancelled tour dates since late July due to the injury, according to news reports. "His people thought he would be back on the road by now, but unfortunately sometimes recovery takes longer than you would like," said Randy White, director of special events at Trine.

How much is Gordon Lightfoot?

Gordon Lightfoot is a Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist who has a net worth of $40 million.

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