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I can see her lying back in her faded dress in a room where do what you don't confess.
Gordon Lightfoot
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Gordon Lightfoot
Age: 85
Born: 1938
Born: November 17
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Gordon Meredith Lightfoot
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Give me a wave I can ride upon, come and show your strength to me.
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