Canadian Folk Singer Gordon Lightfoot Dead at 84

Canadian folk music legend Gordon Lightfoot has passed away at the age of 84. The news was confirmed by his family on Wednesday, November 10. Lightfoot was known for hits such as “If You Could Read My Mind”, “Sundown”, and “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald”. He released 20 studio albums throughout his career, starting in the 1960s. Lightfoot’s music was deeply rooted in Canada and often celebrated the country’s natural beauty and culture. He was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 1986. Lightfoot continued to perform until just a few years ago, and his influence on folk music is still felt today. His death is a loss not only for the music industry but for Canadian culture as a whole. Fans and fellow musicians have been sharing their tributes and condolences on social media, highlighting the impact Lightfoot had on their lives. His music will surely continue to inspire and move audiences for generations to come.