Thread: "The Gift"
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Old 08-04-2007, 07:17 AM   #10
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Johnny Cash also covered this song. I heard him say in an interview that he thought it was going to be a big hit for him, but instead it was a flop.

Lightfoot obviously thought this song was great or else he wouldn't have covered it; we all know it's a rarity when he does such things.

Interesting knowing both men's thoughts on this song and yet fans of both are not too impressed with either version. I love the song though!!
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