I am partial to 'Fitz.' Part of what makes it one of Gord's greatest, in my mind, is the music which accompanies the lyric. Perhaps no song of GL's, or any song period, is more recognizable than 'Fitz' by its musical score. The musical composition adds much to the tragic story the song conveys. I have heard only one version of 'Yarmouth,' that being from the 'Sunday Concert' CD. The lyrics are good, but the musical accompaniment is less than inspiring. Therefore, as a total piece, I vote for 'Fitz,' hands down.
How about 'A Passing Ship' as a top 10 nautical song? It surely makes my list.
potter
'A passing ship
It is midnight on the ocean
Give me no lip
The waves roll by as I press on'
GL
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