Gordon Lightfoot was behind many of the iconic folk-rock songs that defined the genre. He’s without a doubt one of Canada’s greatest songwriters of all time, and younger fans continue to find fresh ...

The legendary song tells the real-life story of a harrowing maritime tragedy.

This video reflects on the life, music, and legacy of Gordon Lightfoot following his passing at the age of 84. Through a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Gordon Lightfoot's "If You Could Read My Mind" breaks back into the ...

The haunting song became the singer's only No. 1 hit and remains one of soft rock's defining songs.