FIRST TIME HEARING Gordon Lightfoot - If You Could Read My Mind REACTION

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[@justwatcingYT]

To the person who requested this song, I'm so sorry for your loss. I've heard/sung this song a thousand times over the years, she picked an awesome song for you to play. Wishing you all the very best 💜

[@MisterWondrous]

One of the saddest, most mature and poetic, songs about lost love in existence.

[@elisaabolafia9542]

Although this song is very old, I was pleasantly surprised to see it pop up recently on all these Reaction Videos. I loved how they all close their eyes and get the sadness of this beautiful song. I literally get a lump in my throat hearing it again. How many songs do that ❓ A masterpiece composition , especially with the violin section. Wow.

[@jamesdrynan]

Gordon Lightfoot passed on May 1st, 2023 at the age of 84 of natural causes. I regard this to be a true masterpiece of songwriting. The lyrics, the voice, the string arrangement, the guitar parts, all combine to present a perfect song. As a Canadian who grew up with Lightfoot's music, ( I'm 73, ) he was unique and so talented.

[@rbb8315]

He wrote this song while having marital troubles. He said he felt like a ghost in his own house because his wife was basically ignoring him.

[@TrishaAyshe]

His voice just reaches deep into the heart. I can never hear this song without crying. If I heard this at a funeral I'd be an absolute mess.

[@dagmar.6954]

Gordon Lightfoot is a Canadian legend & one of the best singer songwriters. He has had many hits through his long career such as "Early Morning Rain", "Steel Rail Blues", "Ribbon Of Darkness", "Sundown", "Carefree Highway", "Rainy Day People", "Canadian Railroad Trilogy", "Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald" & many more. I saw him in concert once.

[@jasonparfitt5936]

I’m 56 and this song has never slipped out of my childhood memories.

[@hockemeyer1]

To me this Gordon's most beautiful song.

[@bernadineshelbourne8915]

Canada is weeping today. His passing has broken our hearts. I'm so glad you like it.

[@annemariefleming]

Gordon has a unique take on things, and his songs are powerful and relatable.

[@pamelajohnson6199]

Gordon is a lyricist of the most beautiful songs~ listen to "Beautiful"....my all-time favorite ~

[@astroteech]

You got the message of this song exactly! So sad that we recently lost him.

[@paraphil]

RIP Gordon Lightfoot. The music of my youth. Your music will live on. Loved your reaction J

[@glassontherocks]

There are no Former Marines. Once a Marine always a Marine. Semper Fi and my deepest sympathy for your loss.

[@slabriprock5329]

I've been told by several Marines that the correct term for one who has been discharged is "former", NEVER "ex-" so imma go by what they say. Besides, how do you differentiate between active duty and retired/discharged? Personally I think these are distinctions without a difference but out of massive respect I abide by their wishes.

[@HappyOne3]

I remember when this first came out on the radio and never paid attention to it because I was a classic rocker always changing to another station looking for Led Zeppelin or The Who. Never paid attention to the lyrics until now. Wonderful lyrics,deep and soulful. Great voice. All around great song.

[@ClearTheRubble7]

Your reaction to this song was one of the best I've seen--as heartfelt as the song itself. Made me teary-eyed. 😢

[@vicbonds458]

This is the first time I have watched one of your videos. The respect that you have shown for one of America’s Warfighters shows what a great man you are. The truly visceral emotional reaction to this beautiful song reflects greatly on the kind of person you truly are. Thank You and rest in peace Gordon Lighfoot!

[@snagglejag1977]

Gordon is a revelation. He has so many incredible songs. Please explore his catalog - you'll love him. So talented and expressive.

[@echopryme]

"The hero would be me... Heroes often fail"... Those two lines make it POSSIBLY the best lyrics ever put to paper. 💯

[@jacobreisser8034]

One of my mum's favourite songs. She loved this guy, as well as Jim Croce and Neil Diamond. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on it. I think my mum would have been a fan of yours James.

[@JBLETHALTV]

I would of been of fan of hers first ❤️

[@stevegraham3817]

I grew up with my Mum playing this song also. But I would add in Nana Mouskouri and The Everly Brothers with Neil Diamond.

[@Lilly8Listens]

I've watched hundreds of reactors on KZbin, I even sort of got involved myself, but if anyone were to ask me who the most genuine reactor on KZbin is, I would tell them JBLethal. There are a few others I really like, a few more who can make me really laugh, but who do I believe the most? who do I feel is REALLY listening to the music and appreciating it, you are the man James, I've watched so many of your video's, and if you aren't genuine, then nobody is.

[@JBLETHALTV]

Thank you ❤️ this made my day !!!!

[@elisaabolafia9542]

This was actually difficult to watch without crying. Gordon just passed. Rest in Peace 🙏

[@joelliebler5690]

A classic that will live on forever!

[@robertwalker1803]

One of my all time favorites…..sad song about his divorce.He is a Canadian treasure…

[@barbarae-b507]

This song was written by Gord about his divorce from his first wife. As a Canadian, I have lived close to where he lived in Toronto for most of my life. He has always been my favourite folk music artist. Beautiful lyrics and music. I suggest you try Don Quixote, The Canadian Railway Trilogy,Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, Sundown. He not well known in the US because he has spent most of his life in Canada and didn’t find the US very receptive when he first went, so he came home. If you stay in Canada, for the most part, the IS ignores you. He has toured all over the world.

[@Peter-uh3gs]

This is amazing music.

[@patswanson2870]

He is a Canadian icon. Some call him Canada's Bob Dylan. He has many hit songs that have been covered by other singers including Elvis. This song is about the break up of his first marriage.

[@sharmanoshea2342]

lol, I say he is like our Canadian John Denver ! Same idea

[@baskervillebee6097]

Beautiful, beautiful song. He's 83 now. He fell in his house, broke his wrist and had to postpone some performances so he's still singing. You Tube video Gordon and Alexa.

[@fubukifangirl]

I didn't know he was still alive.

[@dukeravenshadow5532]

My favorite song by him. Haunting but true.

[@Shuggles56]

66 year-old Canadian here. Gord's music has been (excuse the cliché) the soundtrack to my life; at least the earlier part of my life. He was the inspiration for my taking up guitar briefly. The only song I was ever able to play from start to finish was, "Pussy Willows Cattails." He was one of the greatest, if not THE greatest, Canadian musicians to truly capture our glorious country in song. His death hit me hard.

[@bruceparrish8802]

What an amazing song.

[@sheilagimino6685]

Love your reactions and you can never go wrong Gordon! 🐘🐘🐘

[@edgarsnake2857]

This is a very powerful song. Gordon is as good as it gets on this.

[@stephanieladue289]

I remember I reacted just like you when I first heard this song. Gordon Lightfoot has become my all-time favorite singer, and there's really no one else much like him. I like songs others have mentioned including "Carefree Highway", "Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" and "Sundown." One that many others haven't heard is "Circle of Steel" which I'd describe as a sad Christmas song. Keep up the good work, so glad you appreciate Gordon Lightfoot!

[@carolmillins9199]

Beautiful song, beautiful voice😍

[@susandilaudo9534]

Yesssssss!!!! i love that we can see how quickly this hits u! love your energy, friend! 💜✌️

[@shadsullivan7817]

It's just so damn good! That song is like liquid gold in the ears. They just don't make music like this anymore. The talent may be there, but the heart and soul are missing. I have this on 45, and that sound brings with it a rich warmth that cannot be replicated by modern technology. Just perfect.

[@LivingMyBestLifeIAm]

Oh dear….you are really playing my dad’s playlist today. We used to listen to Gordon Lightfoot in the car going on summer holidays. He has some excellent Canadian traveling songs. Really takes me back to my childhood. The tears falling just swept back in time, when I still had my dad. 🇨🇦💔🥰

[@chadkline4268]

I saw him 2x. Once in concert, and once by accident in a Holiday Inn that I was staying at circa 1980. I was kinda shocked to see him playing Holiday Inns.

[@darlalapole2943]

I adore Gordon Lightfoot. He has a beautiful voice and wonderful songs. There was one (not going to say which) that was a "our song" that I still think of fondly even though I have not heard it in many, many years. I love your reactions to the various genres of music.

[@mimi31268]

💕 I really love your channel, James 💐

[@kathystammen8774]

Beautiful song. I love Gordon!

[@ericanderson8886]

yep Gordon's a great singer storyteller. Lots of good songs.

[@missem1890]

The second that this song gets to you is betrayed by your face. So moving. I have the same look every time I listen to him.

[@sarad2376]

I like that your face and quiet intent shows how you feel with each word. That can't be easy to showcase your vulnerability, and discuss those thoughts. Bless!

[@stevetournay6103]

National treasure here in Canada. In his 80s and still performing... This song's lyric was so vivid to me when it was new that I remember drawing a picture of the ghost in the castle. Along with Song For A Winter's Night, this remains my favourite Lightfoot song. I cannot recall, James, whether you have reacted to Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald; if not...do. Stunning storytelling about a real life maritime tragedy, and Gordon's song appeared only a few weeks afterward.

[@peanutbutter35]

Love his songs, especially the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald and sundown!

[@suefantastic4584]

You keep offering exceptional examples of why you are loved so much.. The music sometimes speaks for you, and you are loved.. xo

[@marymargaretmoore9034]

Another amazing Canadian songwriter and musician like Joni Mitchell and Neil Young. Gordon's music is beautiful and moving.

[@sharmanoshea2342]

He is our Canadian Jonh Denver ! You need to listen to a few more songs of his if you think this song is deep you will be BLOWN away. His songs are all written from true stories...Cotton Jenny, Wreck of the Edmunds Fitzgerald, I could go on and on...most people have no idea the songs they love listening to are his ! He was underrated for sure, but not in Canada ❤❤❤

[@slabriprock5329]

John Denver? Really? I really like him but he's nowhere near the songwriting talent of Lightfoot. And I'm an American.

[@sharmanoshea2342]

@@slabriprock5329 lol, agreed, not much for boasting but you dam right 😂almost every song of his brings me back to childhood and great memories ☺

[@sharmanoshea2342]

@@slabriprock5329 when you have time listen to a few more of his hits, you think you are impressed now :)

[@leemcintyre9490]

It Appears that I wasn't the Only one that Thought GORDON LIGHTFOOT was An AMAZING Composer, Proformer ! And he was HORRIBLY Underated!

[@stevetournay6103]

Not up here he isn't. He's been iconic in Canada donce before he wrote this song...

[@JennLynnTarot]

One of my all time favorite songs 💗💗💗 Just learned to play it on guitar, and it still moves me

[@honorsilverthorne7227]

This one is a genuinely beautiful song. 🌷😁

[@jasonblake1759]

Love me some Gordon Lightfoot! Olivia Newton-John also covered this song early in her career…first album I believe (1971). You gotta hear that one as well! RIP, ONJ💔

[@jamesdignanmusic2765]

A great writer and singer. One of the few singer-songwriters who can really be called by the old word troubadour - his songs tell powerful stories and are like ballad poetry set to music. There's a wonderful video by Rick Beato breaking down how this song was recorded that is really worth watching. Try his song "Sundown" next. Peace and thoughts to the guy who wrote in to you about his wife.

[@marianedmond5326]

I feel you....going to go and put the CD and headphones on, and have another good cry and listen. Gordon is a treasure. To the gentle man who requested this song, thank you.. You both are blessed in eachothers love and know she is never far from you.

[@karengray662]

Beautiful reaction to a ‘hauntingly beautiful’ song. One of my favourites by him Hope you are well, take care of yourself

[@debbiedebster5806]

Hi! I'm late on this, and about to play catch up with your latest videos. What a sad story, and a beautiful dedication to his wife. RIP 🙏 Also a great song, the intro reminds me of my dad playing guitar and singing to me as a little one... this song is obviously special to so many for a good reason.♥️✌🎶

[@elisaabolafia9542]

Such a beautiful haunting song. Rest in Peace Gordon 🙏 He was a treasure.

[@cwcroswell]

Wax poetic those virtues that define us Gordon.. 🎤🎶

[@susanmacdonald4288]

If no one has mentioned it, Gordon wrote it about the ending of his first marriage. It's hearbreaking, and gorgeous. He passed away earlier this week, and I've listened to this a lot since...and got weepy most times.

[@sharonpate5481]

It always makes me cry 🥺☮️❤️👵🏼

[@bekschwitz7481]

You were so very kind to and thoughtful of that man who lost his wife. This song has always made me cry or want to at least,depending on how low I am feeling at the time. It truly is hauntingly beautiful and so very sad. So...side note story I heard about it...the song was to Gordon's wife when their marriage was ending. His daughter knew that and asked him to change the line "the feeling's gone and I just can't get it back" from "I" to "we" because she felt his way was more disrespectful to her mother, she wanted people to know that they BOTH lost feelings for each other. Gordon did perform it that way for his daughter for years. His way was better/more effective though.

[@dawnmarieallenkent2495]

Send some love and condolences to the ex-marine❤️❤️❤️

[@honorsilverthorne7227]

The current marine. Once a Marine, always a Marine. 💜

[@indigoincognito5]

You are such an old soul🥰🤗💗💙💛

[@EC-dz3fb]

Don't ever apologize for your depth of feeling. No need. God's blessings to you. ❥

[@alfonsomalonso6811]

You’ve got such a good heart JB. Respect.

[@TheWynch]

JB you are looking so good. Thanks for the song. I have heard this song over and over through my life and it never gets old.

[@richiec.7637]

Yea, when he says you won't read that book again because the ending's just too hard to take. Man, my eyes really tear up

[@jrhreid]

What's amazing is that he expresses his feelings - but never blames her. Anyone who's been in a loving relationship know that "we" went wrong. To not to push blame... Gordon Lightfood, a gentleman, a student of human nature, a poet, who knew how to wield a guitar and an amazing band.

[@pastryshack551]

Our great Canadian guy Gordon Lightfoot in his 90 now. Beautiful music the old days were great

[@nessaseetah1805]

God be with the requestor. Gordon Lightfoot hits us in the heart, indeed - but there's always light and promise. Life is short, our souls live in TRUE reality. Carry on, solider, until you meet your love again.

[@dfortaeGameReviews]

Thank you for the honest/beautiful reaction to a beautiful song.

[@lorigraham2496]

A fantastic storyteller. Dig deeper.

[@pastryshack551]

That's the way he sings, I think it is sweet music, I think he only sang in the USA a few times . Married 3 times I love his music, still makes you want to dance

[@doncox6920]

Hauntingly beautiful... that's a good way to put it.

[@ginalashley1265]

I absolutely love Olivia Newton John's version of this song. You should listen to it. His is great as well.

[@BridewellSeniorTube]

You're an angel JB

[@melliehobson8299]

I see your eyes shift quickly as the lyrics go by, reading the artist.

[@kathystammen8774]

We don’t hear music like this anymore:(

[@Shawney-jf6kc]

Ya. Everything got ugly.

[@Anthem728]

I'm glad I watched this because I wouldn't consider this to be a song that black people could dig. Thanks for sharing your true feelings because this is a beautiful song. Carry on brother!!

[@danmcdonagh8924]

Chris is our favorite artist from here in Canada 😮.

[@robinreiley1828]

You have a Good Heart, Young Brother, ...this Life can Break Your Heart, and you have to Let It. Sometimes it Hurts so much, you don't think you can possibly survive.. but you do. Don't ever let it make you become Cold and Hard , the World and it's People need us to feel and understand...

[@wambathewisefool2893]

Speechless, is true.

[@randyjohnson6960]

Oxymoron: Former/Marine. Once a Marine ALWAYS a Marine Semper fi👊🇺🇸🕇🕇🕇

[@grant1739]

Hinder- What ya gonna do

[@jamesmonahan1870]

LOST HER IN THE RAIN is an original song written by James Monahan

[@maryhuhnke8496]

Gotta do The Wreck of the Edmond Fitzgerald..True Story!!

[@GoldTop57]

Such a beautiful song. It has that elegance, kind of like Rain Song by Led Zeppelin.

[@andaimhineach4131]

You're a good man.

[@RoryVanucchi]

Great songwriter.. at leaat he's still alive.. everyone dead or dying

[@KevinPriceLive]

Lightfoot is my favorite "singer-songwriter," nobody tells a story like him. However, this is not an appropriate song for a funeral of a significant other, IMO. This is about the end of his first marriage. It was written in '69 and release in '70. The demise of that marriage was seen often in his work until 1982. Great song, one of my favorite, but not a good tribute song for someone you love.

[@slabriprock5329]

Well I'm afraid you are too late, since the woman requested it for her own funeral. I guess she saw a meaning in it that you don't.

[@KevinPriceLive]

@@slabriprock5329 The song is beautiful, melodic, uses words like "love," so without listening closely or reading the lyrics, one would easily conclude it is a love song. She did see meaning that I didn't, mainly by adding meaning to it that wasn't there. Pretty obvious if one reads the lyrics.

[@jonahpedersen5429]

Masterpiece.

[@theresadaly3762]

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[@Caperhere]

So sorry to the person who requested this.❤️

[@brockmiles6597]

Bob Dylan said that only thing wrong with a Gordon Lightfoot song is that it ends.

[@mikeketner5322]

The lyrics are epic

[@tomservo4president61]

Gotta do the Canadian railroad trilogy

[@joelliebler5690]

At least 3 more songs you must react to are Canadian Railroad Trilogy, Rainy Day People-and Early Morning Rain!

[@shredderhater]

I tweeted this reaction it’s so great

[@melliehobson8299]

Your words are sometimes so few during the song, but deep, we understand. His music makes me so very sad. Have to be in the mood for it.