Terrible injustice - TRAGICALLY HIP - WHEAT KINGS REACTION(First time hearing)

[@richardsimpson9039]

The Tragically Hip are not all that well known outside of Canada, but they’re icons here. The lead singer, Gord Downey, died a few years ago at a fairly young age of an aggressive and incurable brain tumour, their final concert before his death was broadcast live on television across Canada on our national broadcaster, the CBC. RIP Gord, you’re missed

[@batman1169]

Funny how Rush who was bigger in Canada and international who’s drummer Neil Peart died of the same cancer and it was kept silence till days after his funeral the way his family wanted and he like it, out of the limelight. Rip Gordon and Neil. They are jamming together 🎸🥁

[@SFDoucette]

This American is lucky enough to have discovered the Hip in the early 90s. It's a shame and a mystery that they didn't catch on down here like they did in Canada. But, as Gord said on the Live Between Us album about the Rheostattics (and applies to the Hip), "we're all richer for having seen them".

[@habibikebabtheiii2037]

It's because Canadian stations have to play Canadian songs. Dumb Canadian law.

[@Guitarisforgrins]

@@habibikebabtheiii2037 It's not dumb at all.

[@habibikebabtheiii2037]

Meritocracy

[@blackbird8900]

I live in the city referred to in the song, Saskatoon, SK, the Paris of the Prairies. The miscarriage of justice that occurred here was so devastating. Gord Downey (the lead singer) wrote songs of tremendous cultural and social significance, especially for Canadians. This is certainly one of their most beautiful songs despite the heartbreaking subject. Harri you are an amazing reactor, always excited to see a new post from you. 🇨🇦 Another great song that touches on a similar similar subject matter is Hurricane by Bob Dylan.

[@chrissyclark7836]

You summed up my thoughts.

[@h4a2u0s]

Perfectly said. Probably my favourite song of the hip. I live a stones throw away in Humboldt! Hope you're enjoying the holidays!

[@knittingnickel]

Thanks for this post (and this reaction!) I grew up on a farm outside Saskatoon. I think it was when I was young, I remember seeing on the news about him being set free. It was a huge deal. Couple details about ther song... this is my partner's favourite song of the Hip. He's older than me by 12 years, by that line about "classrooms hung with pictures of our parents' prime ministers". He says that's exactly what his classroom was like (in rural Saskatchewan as well). I always wondered about the title.. makes me think if the WHL (hockey) team Brandon Wheat Kings - which is a small city in Manitoba. I believe "wheat kings" might be a name for the iconic but disappearing grain elevators of the prairies, including Saskatchewan. Thanks for covering this!

[@ninjavigilante5311]

I'm from Saskatoon as well... beautiful city and alot history

[@carlavandermeer9732]

Almost as bad as the farmer shooting the indigenous teens who wandered onto his property and got away with it, All he had to do was talk to them.

[@MrDalebenberger]

Not only was David Milgaardn finally absolved of all wrongdoing, but he justly received a very large financial payment from provincial and federal governments in compensation. It was $10 million but insufficient to replace 23 years of youth. David passed away in May of 2022. A tragic life.

[@markroberts8864]

Birmingham Alabama here, absolutely love and search for reactions to The Tragically Hip, one of the greatest bands ever, shame they are not more well known.,..R.I.P. Gordie!

[@AtlanticManic]

❤

[@mikeyhab4483]

The 5 year anniversary of Gords death was a couple weeks back. Local radio renamed the station to Gord FM and only played hip songs all day. Was a great day and shows how much he meant to all of us.

[@chrissyclark7836]

Alabama gets it.

[@Phantus00]

Warms my heart to hear cousin.

[@catherineday951]

Very well known in Canada 😊

[@douglasgardiner927]

Great band, Canadians are rightly very proud of them. 38 years old is another beautiful song about a tradgedy.

[@gordmacdonald9711]

Its one of the saddest songs I have ever heard.

[@besponerponer]

We Canadians love our Gord! I watched the final concert on my porch with headphones on. I cried uncontrollably for hours, knowing it was his last show, but man did Gord and the boys put it all out there!

[@sincman]

The Hip brought David Milgaard to their concert in July of '93 shortly after his release and met with him backstage and talked about writing the song.

[@andyreid6826]

" 38 years old" Is a great story.

[@nickynuke6390]

As a proud Canadian this was the sad moment in our history along with some injustice done too our first nation people. Gord Downie was a champion in human rights and a masterful poet! So happy you have come across this band. I was fortunate enough to see the second last tragically hip concert ever in Ottawa and I'm not going to lie I cried during The encore. Gord Downy poured his heart out into that final performance of the evening and there was not an dry eye the entire arena. RIP Gord. New Orleans is sinking there's probably there most popular song if you'd like to give that one a try too.

[@kevindowdell8394]

Bless you sister.✌❤🇨🇦

[@kevindowdell8394]

Thank you.✌❤🇨🇦

[@adamdunbar8260]

Thanks Harri. My suggestions are always a little out of left field but being Canadian the Hip are part of the cultural legacy. Gord Downey (RIP) never shied away from being fiercely Canadian by acknowledging our faults.

[@susieq9801]

A society can't improve if it won't acknowledged it's faults. In Germany day trips for schools even go to concentration camps. Bury the ghosts of the past, they come back to haunt you.

[@pamhunter-to4xs]

Rip Gord. We miss u. 🙏🇨🇦♥️

[@jamesmcnaughton9575]

There is a Hip song titled 'Fiddlers Green'.......it contains some of the most beautiful musical sounds in my ears...and yet , it is only the backdrop to the emotionally heart wrenching lyrics of his story

[@blackbird8900]

Fiddler’s Green is one of my favourites, however I can barely make it through without crying.

[@roblovell5523]

Since I’ve had kids, I can’t listen to that song anymore

[@BitchinStitches]

I was at the show where they played it for the first time in almost 2 decades. There was not a dry eye in the house and we all knew that we were present for magic.

[@sunlan3971]

I cry every time I hear Fiddlers Green

[@leighchadwick1514]

I was lucky enough to hear their song Nautical Disaster on alternative radio here is Australia back in the mid 90s, been a fan ever since. One of Canada's best for sure, along with the Tea Party (please don't kill me if you disagree)

[@paranoidrodent]

While the Tea Party aren’t national icons like the Hip, I doubt many Canadians will have any issues with you also enjoying the Tea Party’s music too. 😊

[@NorthernRambler]

Nautical Disaster has the some of the best and most powerful lyrics ever.

[@jomc7425]

Nautical Disaster is my favourite Hip song.

[@lostsignalspodcast]

@@jomc7425 my band covers it and everytime we play it, the crowds get into it. and its really not the type of song to get into

[@shawnbooth3696]

Much like your discovery of the Hip, I am still so happy to have discovered Paul Kelly in the ‘90s-along with the Hip, Paul’s one of my favourite-both are national treasures

[@tonymoretti2347]

My home town Saskatoon,SK!! Where Gail Miller was murdered is one of the worst areas in the city. Unfortunately nobody remembers her.

[@craigyoung9321]

I seen the Tragically Hip open for the Rolling Stones along with Maroon 5 and others. The Hip put on the the most memorable set of the night hands down

[@YunieDeen13]

yeah bill, great perfomance one of my favorite bands but i think AC/DC stole the show

[@dougbarton4668]

Harri, there’s another miscarriage of Justice in Canada that’s mentioned in song. Not to the extent of this song, but Blue Rodeo touches on the story of a 14 year old boy, tried in adult court for the death of his friend after he gave her a ride on his bicycle. Despite flimsy evidence, plus hidden evidence, he was sentenced to death at 14. He was denied the ability to appeal, all the way up to and including the Supreme Court of Canada. The boy and Year, was Steven Truscott, in 1959. The song’s name; Truscott.

[@Colin32269]

My hometown,Shawn's dad used to escort Steven to the Goderich courthouse during his trial.He always said he knew as well as everybody else did that "the kid" was innocent

[@williamdemerchant7295]

A great reaction Harri. I love this beautiful song, but had never seen this presentation of it. RIP David Milgaard.

[@LetItBeSummer-1]

How many times have I heard this song and it still brings me the absolute tears. Thanks Harri. ♥️🌺🌸 🇨🇦

[@irishlackey6428]

I'm a canadian, and tragically hip is part of our being. We stood silent across the country for their last concert live and streamed in towns across Canada in parks on big screens before Gord Downie died. He wanted to do one last concert for the country before cancer took him. So many of their songs tell stories of Canadian history and unjust events.

[@alenahawke475]

My favorite line ftom that song is..."The walls are lined all yellow, gray and sinister, hung with portraits of our parents Prime Minister"❤

[@scottdobson1276]

I was born and raised in Saskatchewan this story was around all my life. His mother fought every day for the 23 years. The real killer rented the basement of the house he stayed in that night. You should listen to 38 years old, another Hip song, with a similar theme. Kingston Ontario, where the band is from us the location of several Federal Prisons, which is likely how they became interested in these issues.

[@davidclark8132]

Plus some of their dads are lawyers and judges and shit. Some of the boys come from very prominent Kingston families.

[@liteney]

It's better for a hundred guilty men to go free, than for one innocent man to be wrongfully imprisoned. Amen

[@marktalbott3835]

Thanks to trump. We don't believe that in the US anymore. Better that 100 people are imprisoned rather than one go free.

[@erika9251]

The Tragically Hip is my favourite band, not only for their musical talent but for the depth of their songs. They show that Canada has it's dark stains and shines light on those who have been victims of misjustice - from David Millgard to our First Nations community suffering abominable conditions in residential schools. Your reaction is what most of us felt when all this came to light and you have a right to feel worked up. I didn't know what Wheat Kings was originally about but I loved it and loved it more when I learned the story of the song. Made me love The Hip even more.

[@davidrollings1467]

Great Canadian band, I just discovered them about a month ago, dunno why other than lack of airplay in the states in the '80s & 90s, but very good music you should check out more of them.

[@toddstevens13]

It is understandable, as the Hip wrote and created songs more often then not with a Canadian historical background, which would not easily be transferable to other countries. Truly cultural Icons.

[@mikejburns]

They started around the time of Nirvana and the Grunge scene. hard to compete with them when you are singing about Canada for Canadians.. they are well loved here.

[@dalem8332]

Pretty much unknown in the USA but The Tragically Hip were HUGE here in Canada. Great stuff! Gord Downie was such a unique talent. Sadly taken far too soon! 🇨🇦🎼🎶🎵🇨🇦

[@lynnschnekenburger7270]

Sadly, David Milgaard passed away May 15th, 2022, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

[@anthonymunn8633]

Glad to see you playing the Hip,Harri!They can rock one minute,touch your soul the next.

[@gailfreer4458]

Thank you for posting this. Schools across Canada use this song as a teaching song to highlight David Milguard's story. I hope you can take comfort in this.

[@rosesalmon8982]

Gord’s poetry/lyrics are usually based on the true- perhaps ugly side of our Canadian history

[@BowieRulez]

He was convicted in 1970. They didn’t have DNA testing then. His mother spent those 23 years fighting to get her son out of prison. In the Supreme Court of Canada granted him a new trial but the Provence of Saskatchewan declined to try him again and released him in 1993. He was on a road trip with 2 friends from BC and they stayed with another friend in Saskatoon. He was convicted because the cops threatened the other 3 boys with jail unless they gave up David and so they lied. What the real kicker is, the actual murderer of the girl was renting the basement apartment at the house of their friend in Saskatoon where they stayed.

[@davidbinns5622]

I tear up and shudder deep inside whenever I think of David. This visceral reaction was one given to me by my late father - who when I was young told me the tragic story of Steven Truscott another wrongly accused at 14 years old. My father, a man who rarely showed such deep emotion had tears on his cheeks as he told me - this is why we should never have capital punishment. It was abolished in 1976, years after my father teaching me that all lives are sacred.

[@mathewbrown7304]

2 days ago, David milgaard, the man this song was written about, died at 69 years old.

[@sheldondyck8631]

Please listen to more Tragically Hip. Even if you don’t react to them give them a listen to, they are amazing. Gord Downie was one of the last true poets in rock music.

[@michaelkeefe8494]

Such a great, great band. RIP Gord.

[@KBosch-xp2ut]

Thanks for your reaction to The Hip, and to your reaction to this great Canadian injustice. Great music can be thought provoking.

[@carlavandermeer9732]

If I recall correctly more women dies because they arrested the wrong man. This song helped to raise awareness of Millgards case.

[@carlavandermeer9732]

Thanks to the band pushing he was able to get out. Along with others tehy secured his release.

[@gvbezoff]

David Milgaard passed away on Sunday, aged 69.

[@paranoidrodent]

Imagine a concert with tens of thousands of Canadians in the crowd singing those mournful choruses along with the band. It was a hell of a thing. The Hip sang about our nation and their shows were moments of collective recollection along being great concerts.

[@BitchinStitches]

I was at a Hip concert at the Dome in Calgary in 2008, and one line into Blow At High Dough Gord just stepped back and let all 23K of us sing to them. It was note for note, hiccup for hiccup, reproduced like we'd been listening to it our whole lives... ...which, of course, we had.

[@robingarvey8447]

Thank you for reacting to this, please consider doing more Tragically Hip!! Grace Too, Ahead by a Century, Bobcaygeon, 100th Meridian are some other great songs, actually ANY song by them!!

[@pleasantvalleypickerca7681]

The Hip are national icons in Canada. A great band that sadly some other countries have yet to discover. Sadly their singer Gord Downie died from brain cancer not too many years ago. The CBC broadcast their final concert live. They have many great songs. To my ears they sometimes sound a bit like our version of R.E.M. Just my opinion.

[@ninjavigilante5311]

More like the great band

[@gen077]

The Tragically Hip is an amazing Canadian band, one (if not?) the best. This song is my favorite from them. The music, the storytelling, Gord Downie's perfect voice. Respect.

[@ThisTrainIsLost]

I have spent over 23 years in exile. No crimes involved but I know what that length of time away from your home and your friends feels like. The family is all dead but you survive. What else are you expected to do? Are you happy? Hang onto that.

[@kevindowdell8394]

Listen again,and again.✌❤🇨🇦

[@staceydowning4476]

The Hip WERE Canada 🇨🇦 Their music was the soundtrack of our lives and our culture. In Gord we trust. RIP never forgotten ❤

[@tammyjoma]

An exquisite song from a truly incredible band. Unfortunately, David Milgaard died in May of 2022 at the age of 69.

[@mantra_ephemera]

This was something that we absorbed into the fabric of Canada. If you were of that time, you knew of David and Guy-Paul Morin, and the others mentioned. You understood that we are a nation that prefers that 100 free men be imprisoned so that not one guilty go free. It’s sad that it isn’t the opposite.

[@markscutti9682]

You have found the rabbit Hope! Very deep catalog. RIP Gord!

[@akita21154]

It's extremely sad & hurtful for this young man. It's even sadder when you realize this happens all the time b4 DNA. And it has freed many innocent people. There's a university in Cincinnati, Ohio. The program is called the Ohio Innocence Program. Law students & the program attorneys take cases where the prisoner trial has a lot of problems in it. They wwere able to get a gentleman who spent 39 yrs. in prison for a crime he didn't commit. There's also a innocence program in New York Akita

[@leah-wp3dx]

Downie was a champion for those who needed him. We miss him. This isn't a happy song; it's a shared Canadian experience. The nation new he'd go free, and we were waiting for him with shame and love

[@lrimmf]

On the first "Another Roadside Attraction" tour in the summer of '93, Gord Downey would sometimes introduce the song by saying "This song's called 'Sure Is A Good Thing We Don't Have Capital Punishment'..."

[@Newfie-zc7ug]

THANK YOU HARRI, for doing The Hip, maybe more and more reaction sites will do the same. Just one thing though,I know the story is great and the lyrics are sad but can we please just appreciate these guys as a BAND too...just sayin'.

[@mrdhoughton1]

It's my first time here, but I'll be back. I enjoy your approach, Harri. Subscribed. Cheers!

[@carlavandermeer9732]

The band you are listening to were instrumental in getting him out. Yet another reason they are heroes here.

[@sarahklassen5900]

Wheat Kings, hands down, my most favorite song.

[@debbiechang5781]

It’s so sad that our “justice” systems in the U.S. and Canada can get things so wrong so often. In my opinion, the police who engage in those awful interrogations should spend time in prison that is equal or greater than the people they pressure and wrongfully accuse. It makes me insane to hear about these cases. Thanks Harri 🌺✌️

[@susieq9801]

Agree!

[@shelleybleu4903]

Many other countries too.

[@strigoi5890]

It was a terrible injustice. But the police didn’t fabricate anything. His two friends even told police they’re witnesses him do it! The police, the prosecutor and the judge were convinced based on the evidence. I can’t imagine losing half your life in jail for something you didn’t do. Unbelievably tragic. One good thing is that this case created more safe guards for investigations and prosecutions to help avoid these tragedies.

[@epicsnail4614]

@@strigoi5890 the friends originally were telling the police that he was with them at the time of the murder but the police thought they were lying. They had another person before them who told them it was David so he could get reward money and this was why they thought David’s friends were lying. They police pretty much intimidated and scared the teens (who they had been interrogating for over ten hours I believe, I’ll double check) into what the police believed was telling the “truth”

[@thecynic9232]

They did the same thing to Steven Truscott in Ontario. He was also just a boy ..14 years old.

[@natevm7888]

Tragically Hip who wrote this song are Canada's treasure. Seen then live many times,, incredible,,,,saw their last tour as lead singer Gord Downie a true poet had terminal brain cancer shortly before he died. He and tge band will always live deeply in the hearts of all Canadians. Love you Gord, thanks for all the great memories ❤️ On a side note I was the lead singer of a Tragically Hip cover band for almost 20 years

[@debbieplato5107]

Thank you for reacting to the Hip. Gord Downie the lead singer was a poet and passed from brain cancer. They held a last tour and their last concert was broadcasted right across Canada. The Hip are a Canadian treasure. Cordelia, 100th Meridian, Grace Too are some others to check out by them. 🇨🇦

[@sandsnowvancouver1]

Welcome to the Hip. Beautiful music with a message.

[@medw7013]

Being from Kingston where the Tragically Hip formed the band I really appreciate this video. I had the pleasure to meet a couple of the band members in crossing and they were truly grounded, thoughtful, and respectful. Unfortunately I didn't have the opportunity to meet Gord. RIP Gord.

[@fluttergirl75]

Please don't apologize. I learned about David on my own. Schools didn't teach us. Thank you.

[@crystalfromalberta]

As a Canadian I have loved this song and band since I was a kid…38 years old Is another amazing song with a sad message of the injustices of the system

[@jenniferstone2975]

The Hip has provided me with the soundtrack of my life, the entirety of my adult life. RIP Gordon Downey. He will be missed always.

[@toddstevens13]

The Hip was Canada's conscience, the ones who stood up for those who could not. Gord and the rest of the band are missed every day to Canadians with a moral compass.

[@Trish150655]

Love The Hip! RIPGD❤ Much love from Canada ❤🇨🇦

[@MrLee204]

David Milgaard passed away today. He was 69.

[@tdoyle1437]

I saw Gord in Edmonton before he died. Canadian Icon.

[@keymack2477]

There is a lot of Canadiana in the music of The Hip, a great Canadian band. They had many songs well worth checking out. Personally I would go with Grace Too if you ever decided to dive back down the Tragically Hip Rabbit Hole! Peace!!

[@mrnobody9104]

nice.....my favourite Hip song one of many, Fiddlers Green is another i've always liked!

[@bartlett454]

The David Milgaard case is one of Canada's greatest injustices in our nation's history. When convicted, Canada still had the death penalty on the books and it wasn't repealed until 1976. That means that Milgaard, at 16 years-old, was sentenced to hang. The Tragically Hip is a beloved and iconic band and they placed this case on the lips of everyone in just one popular song. This song has become an anthem for the wrongfully convicted and known throughout the country. Justice for David Milgaard came late. Rest easy, Gord Downie, "The Man Who Walks Among the Stars".

[@willmcpherson8097]

More Hip reactions please, You will NOT be disappointed.

[@michaelstenrue2196]

David Milgaard passed away the other day, May 15th 2022 , RIP David! I hope you and Gord are having a beer up above right now!

[@janicemacmillan2610]

The Tragically Hip wrote the song for Davids Mother. That may be why it is a sweet tune🇨🇦❤️

[@PeterCampbell-ce3um]

This is the glory that was Gord Downie, he told Canada's stories and not just the nice ones, he would go on to help indigenous people get the story of residential schools out to the public.

[@warrenpeterson6065]

"The Hip" were the self appointed conscience of Canada and led our country very well for many years. Upon Gord's unfortunate passing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau delivered an emotional and tearful tribute on behalf of all Canada to the man and to his band. Gord's last performance was telecast nationally with approximately 35% of all citizens watching. Gord Downie lives on in every Canadian's heart.

[@seanstretten3915]

as a 12yr old. i lived 5 blocks, down the street and one corner

[@stevelucero9047]

Gord is SO missed. We should all aspire to be as good a human as he was.

[@stardust164]

thanks Harri, The Tragically Hip have many great songs......peace and love from Canada

[@buckmusky2201]

The whole country stopped and mourned Gord when he passed. They are so loved by Canadians.

[@shellyfox863]

I am from Saskatoon and was six years old when David was framed by the police. I was able to follow this story from the beginning and can add some context. Canada has since introduced a third party review board for wrongful convictions. In large part because of this case. David was made a member and served on that board. The police in this case were completely corrupt. The witnesses were friends of David's and the police intimidated them into lying. The police used fear tactics and threats of prison if they refused to change their story to narrative they wanted. These were terrified kids. They did as ordered. David had never been anywhere near the crime scene. There was never any reason for him to be a serious suspect. He was convenient though. The police knew he was innocent from the start. They basically just wanted to close a case to appease the public outrage over this young woman's murder. They really didn't care who did it. DNA evidence eventually proved his innocence. The police still tried to fight his release. They did not want the things they did in the dark to come to the light. Unfortunately the corrupt police had control over the situation for a very long time and tried to keep him in jail long after his innocence was proven. At one point the ex wife of the real killer came forward saying she knew her ex was the real killer. They brushed her aside. Her ex was indeed the real killer. Eventually the police lost their fight to save them selves. David was released.Prison life had not been kind to him in the least. He struggled with severe ptsd for the rest of his life. He ended up being awarded 10 mil for pain and suffering but that did not come without a fight. It was never offered. They weren't even willing to apologize without being forced to. But they could not take his soul. David was a good man. He spent the rest of his life working hard, advocating for people and educating people through public speaking. David died in 2022 from complications of pneumonia. There are a couple of movies and several documentaries about David. Worth the watch. It ultimately led to changes that has made it some what easier to police the police. There is still a ways to go. The case is an important one in law school. David's story has helped many by being told, influencing laws and enhancing protections. The system is still not perfect but it is better than it used to be.

[@teddcoleman8736]

Sur if you didn't get worked up that would be a problem it was a terrible injustice like so many But it is a beautiful song by a amazing Band long live the Hip RIP Mr Dowine you are truly missed ❤ from the States

[@carterreid9869]

First song I ever heard. My mom and I have a special connection and this is our song

[@elysbrozzi4143]

Harri I would love to see you react to another very moving Tragically Hip song called “Fiddler’s Green”.

[@blackfacecastro-trudeau]

Definitely one of the most significant bands to come out of Canada

[@danielwalker2459]

From the list of people at the end that had suffered similar injustice. Randy Druken stood out as someone I knew personally and talked with many many times. He always professed his innocence.

[@kevindowdell8394]

Thank you brother.✌❤🇨🇦

[@Knvb-]

Gordie is a legend. Unique as they come. Irreplaceable and unforgettable. The anthem of my youth. It’s amazing to hear non Canadians react to the Hip. Thank you so much for reacting to them. They do not get their due.

[@rickbrousseau5372]

The music is amazing. You can definitely get lost in just that

[@dsusan17]

Oh, this is such a horrible tragedy. You are right, the music and vocals are beautiful the story is so tragic. Appropriate reaction and analysis Harri. I wonder if the ever found the correct murderer,?

[@susieq9801]

Linda Garcia - Read about the Stephen Truscott case in Ontario, Canada. A horrible story. Convicted at 14 to hang for the rape and murder of a girl, a schoolmate, in 1959. The sentence was reduced to life in prison and he wasn't exonerated until 2007!

[@chucklesburk]

Larry Fisher. They caught him, I think a year or two before David was freed, but boy did he leave a bloody trail before he was stopped!

[@evanb1470]

Read Secret Path. It was written by Gord Downie, the singer of The Tragically Hip.

[@littlebear6119]

The David Milgaard tragedy. His Mother and others fought and fought and no one would listen; and the sad part is many knew who was the murderer. Destroyed his life, even when he was freed. Sad Sad Sad. So touching that The Hip took this on as a challenge with love. Thanks guys.

[@braudhadoch3432]

The Paris of The Praires, Saskatoon

[@Themohr]

Gord and the Hip seemed to embody a willingness to confront your contradictions. 38 Years Old is another great example. And while it would have been better if we could have embraced the story for an indigenous voice, Gord's final project, The Secret Path, is an entire album about residential schools.

[@haeuptlingaberja4927]

The Hip were very hip to issues of justice. It was that passion that drove so much of Gordon's lyrics and performances. You have to check out what he does on this medley: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4vanpKFgM1pmNk

[@timmyrushton9203]

beautiful song about an unbelievable injustice. a beautiful reaction. thank you for listening to the hip! 🙂

[@cinnamontoast3484]

Such an incredibly beautiful song about such a horrific event - not only the abuse committed on the life of David Milgaard and the fact the murderer ran free - and of course, the tragic loss of life of Gail Miller - Gord Downie - one of the all time greatest lyricists sets the stage of a beautiful day in the life of Sasaktchewan to the sweet, tender music of Wheat Kings.

[@michelbourque3631]

I was hoping you would have played it from the beginning. The Loon cries before the music starts is pure Canadiana.

[@theadventuresofjimmycrapol8827]

I know a few members of this band as well as Mr. Downie's parents. Very down to Earth people. Salt of the Earth.

[@paulkim8651]

i am the first born of 1970s immigrants. i grew up in a mostly white area, rural (by Canadian standards). among many others, The Tragically Hip could be heard throughout my entire life. you've most likely have already read about the late great Mr. Downie in the comments so i'll respectfully move on. what you said about the music when you started your reaction is pretty apt. and you had half the analysis right there. simply put, the brilliance of The Tragically Hip's alure, at least for me and the rest of Canada, was the music was like a comfortable blanket you wrap yourself in, and the lyrics sung by Mr. Downie, were the stories you'd listen to. together, they'd send you off to musical place where each can have an experience. you've stumbled upon a Canadian treasure that Canadians have known for decades. i sincerely hope you enjoy their music. not just because their Canadians, but they are some good guys.

[@lauralynnfowler4357]

RIP to Gord and to David Millgard's mum Joyce. She tirelessly and relentlessly fought for justice. A true Canadian hero.

[@GordonWolters]

I’m glad the song affected you how it was meant to. Respect.