Shawn Micallef from The Toronto Star published an article on May 28th where he stated that "Downie is the Poet Laureate of Canada, in spirit if not yet by official appointment". He continues "his lyrics conjure Canadian sports mythology, historical figures, long struggles, regional sensibilities, and geography itself".
With all due respect to Gord Downie, a fine Canadian I'm sure (never met him), Stompin' Tom did all of this long before most Hip fans were even born. I'm pretty sureTom was never given the title of Poet Laureate of Canada.
Perhaps Gord Downie should be given this ceremonial title before he succumbs to the terrible disease. Tom deserves to get his first.
With all due respect to Gord Downie, a fine Canadian I'm sure (never met him), Stompin' Tom did all of this long before most Hip fans were even born. I'm pretty sureTom was never given the title of Poet Laureate of Canada.
Perhaps Gord Downie should be given this ceremonial title before he succumbs to the terrible disease. Tom deserves to get his first.