“Strange times”: The Paul Simon anthem that captured the 1960s better than any other song of the era
“There’s not one line that rhyme.”
Paul Simon
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Paul Simon is one of the most acclaimed songwriters in modern music, celebrated for his work as both a solo artist and one half of Simon & Garfunkel.
Emerging during the folk revival of the 1960s, he helped create classics such as ‘The Sound of Silence’, ‘Mrs. Robinson’ and ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’ before embarking on a highly successful solo career.
Albums including There Goes Rhymin’ Simon, Still Crazy After All These Years and Graceland showcased his ability to blend folk, rock, pop and world music influences. A multiple Grammy Award winner and member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as both a solo artist and a member of Simon & Garfunkel, Simon remains one of the most influential and respected figures in popular music history.
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He set the bar too high.
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The best kind of problem to have.
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“Stay well, and keep playing”.
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“What is the purpose of it?”
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Growing with every song.
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Going too political too fast.
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Paul Simon is an American singer-songwriter best known for his solo career and his work with Simon & Garfunkel.
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