Can’t wrap my head around why Gordon’s version is buried deep in scroll on the tube, No disrespect to the other artists, but the studio version of this by Gordon is absolutely beautiful, Very special
Gordon met Kris in Nashville shortly after Kris had written “Me and Bobby McGee”; he recorded a cover version before Janice did. I had never heard it, Janice Joplin’s version was the first (and only) one I knew for years
Thank you Mr. Kristofferson and Mr. Foster for authoring one of the lyrically very best songs ever written. When Gordon Lightfoot, Roger Miller and Janis Joplin cover your work, you did something special.
This has got to be the best ever song that really makes you feel the sadness and loss and regret of a lost love, and let's face it we've all been there. Gordon's version has all the feeling to make you really feel those emotions and make you wonder what might have been if you hadn't been so stupid all those years ago.
The origins of the song are actually quite different. Kris Kristofferson wanted to get into writing music, Late producer Fred Foster's friend, songwriter Boudleaux Bryant, kept teasing him that he only visited Bryant's offices to see his secretary, Barbara "Bobby" McKee, Inspired by the wisecrack, Foster approached Kristofferson, then a young songwriter on his roster. Foster pitched the idea for a song he titled "Me and Bobby McKee" - with the twist in the hook, of course, being that the "Bobby" in question was female, he later told him. Kristofferson misheard the name and thought it was McGee
Gordon Lightfoot ! That unmistakeable Unique Voice of his ! I got this Song with him singing it on an Old Audio Tape somewhere besides having it on Digital ! Always Loved his Songs !
In his total career in writing and singing great songs Gordon Lightfoot never used anything other than the fourth and fifth fret on his guitar. Watch any of his videos and you'll see. It was how he taught himself to play the guitar and those two cords had all the notes he needed. Amazing
For my taste, you can't beat Janis.... But this comes a close 2nd !!! I know KK wrote it, but I don't like his version. In my mind the bluesy feel suits the song better
Can’t wrap my head around why Gordon’s version is buried deep in scroll on the tube, No disrespect to the other artists, but the studio version of this by Gordon is absolutely beautiful, Very special
The best version by a country mile
I agree. RIP Gordon
Feeling good was easy lord when Gordon sang the blues…
I think this version is better then any other by a long shot!!!!
The strength of a song is in how many people can make it their own. This is a wonderful cover by the fabulous Gordon Lightfoot.
Amazing rendition of one of Kris Kristofferson's greatest songs.
He sings this touching song in such a relaxed and effortless manner. Gordon absolutely owns it! The best ‘male’ version I’ve heard.
Gordon met Kris in Nashville shortly after Kris had written “Me and Bobby McGee”; he recorded a cover version before Janice did.
I had never heard it, Janice Joplin’s version was the first (and only) one I knew for years
But unfortunately, before Gordon Lightfoot could record it, it was Roger Miller who did it first
Thank you Mr. Kristofferson and Mr. Foster for authoring one of the lyrically very best songs ever written. When Gordon Lightfoot, Roger Miller and Janis Joplin cover your work, you did something special.
So beautiful & this saddens me now as both Gordon & Kris Kristofferson both gone. Gordon sings soooooo great & love his voice. ❤
This has got to be the best ever song that really makes you feel the sadness and loss and regret of a lost love, and let's face it we've all been there. Gordon's version has all the feeling to make you really feel those emotions and make you wonder what might have been if you hadn't been so stupid all those years ago.
The origins of the song are actually quite different. Kris Kristofferson wanted to get into writing music,
Late producer Fred Foster's friend, songwriter Boudleaux Bryant, kept teasing him that he only visited Bryant's offices to see his secretary, Barbara "Bobby" McKee,
Inspired by the wisecrack, Foster approached Kristofferson, then a young songwriter on his roster. Foster pitched the idea for a song he titled "Me and Bobby McKee" - with the twist in the hook, of course, being that the "Bobby" in question was female, he later told him. Kristofferson misheard the name and thought it was McGee
Such a wonderful musician and amazing three piece band
Guitar work is incredible
Oh wow! This is beautiful. ❤
Awesome 👌 thank you jan hammer
Damn !! I never knew this version existed !!
I actually saw and heard GL do this song live in 1972,
Gordon Lightfoot ! That unmistakeable Unique Voice of his ! I got this Song with him singing it on an Old Audio Tape somewhere besides having it on Digital ! Always Loved his Songs !
Pure Talent. 👍🏻Amazing! He's really nice looking too. 😉
In his total career in writing and singing great songs Gordon Lightfoot never used anything other than the fourth and fifth fret on his guitar. Watch any of his videos and you'll see. It was how he taught himself to play the guitar and those two cords had all the notes he needed. Amazing
I've never heard Gordon sing this song, so that makes this one of the coolest videos on TH-cam.
Best version of this song ever
Awesome version, first time hearing it.
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This was the best cover of the country classic--even better than KK's and the hundreds of others who have recorded it.
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For my taste, you can't beat Janis.... But this comes a close 2nd !!! I know KK wrote it, but I don't like his version. In my mind the bluesy feel suits the song better
Sooo good!!!
I played him all the time....thanks.....Deb
Love it! Thanks for sharing.
Written by someone else, sung by countless others, Gord's is the BEST version of all.
u right this song is meaningful for Americans And a gift from Canadian to USA
A great Canadian icon gone to soon R I P gordon
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thanks Canada 4 Gord & Anne(Murray).(& the Guess Who).
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perfect！❤
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Didn't know Gordon had a single of this, maybe in the UK?
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Gordon’s version was toned down probably because of his voice range but have you ever heard PInks version ? I think she has the best one yet .
Die Interpretation ist genauso gut wie das Original.
Bobby McGee
Still like Waylon’s version even better
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Gordon was a great, albeit wasted, talent. Give me Kris Kristoferson's version anytime.
Gordon Lightfoot was a great WASTED talent? What on earth are you talking about?!?