Paul Simon Talks About Art Garfunkel | Letterman

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  • @moodiblues2
    @moodiblues2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +460

    Simon and Garfunkel created some of the best music that made up the soundtrack of my young life.

    • @markread7333
      @markread7333 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      As well as the soundtrack to the Graduate…😉

    • @taand4725
      @taand4725 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I was born in '82, and I love their music

    • @moodiblues2
      @moodiblues2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@taand4725 it’s such a shame that they couldn’t keep doing music together. Simon is a musical genius and Garfunkel has the voice of an angel.

    • @newbluerugby
      @newbluerugby 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Some great Americana

    • @ProgRockDan1
      @ProgRockDan1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes they did

  • @johnmcleod8961
    @johnmcleod8961 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    I'm 65 yo and listened to these guys in their heyday...the music was otherworldly...the lyrics, the tune, the harmonies was absolutely extraordinary...nothing like it then or now...even to this day I still listen to those S & G vintage tunes...they transport me back in time.

  • @siriosstar4789
    @siriosstar4789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +978

    i miss the days of the 'slow interview' where the guest is allowed to go in depth in their answers . this interview was a real treat in that respect .

    • @skendal
      @skendal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      I think podcasts are taking on this role

    • @eduardomeller6926
      @eduardomeller6926 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@skendal I was just thinking that. How weird is it when Letterman lets the guest answer a question in more than 10 seconds?

    • @erock81487
      @erock81487 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      That’s why there’s podcasts now.

    • @garycitro1674
      @garycitro1674 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Indeed, If This were Jimmy Fallon's show, he would ask one silly humanizing generic question with a 15 second answer, then play some dumb game to see whether he or Paul Simon is the first one to get eggs broken over their head.
      You guys are right about podcasts, but you should be able to turn on your damned TV and get a quality interview with a legend.

    • @tonyn1926
      @tonyn1926 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@garycitro1674 No, Jimmy Fallen asks a question, then goes on and answers it himself. The guest cant get one word in!

  • @j.b.9581
    @j.b.9581 ปีที่แล้ว +286

    Personally, I feel that Paul Simon is one of the greatest lyric writer of the 20th Century!!

    • @graemej2599
      @graemej2599 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      He is a pretty good fingerstyle guitarist as well !

    • @dr.cp9000
      @dr.cp9000 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ...and in comes Townes van Zandt

    • @chaspfrank
      @chaspfrank ปีที่แล้ว +5

      His early stuff was good, but he really lost it after they broke up. Me and Julio???? For consistent great lyrics, I don't think anyone beats Billy Joel. He seldom depends on a chorus, always tells a complete story, and matches the lyrical cadence to the melody with exquisite timing. Listen to all of his songs. They are poetry.

    • @stevemariner5980
      @stevemariner5980 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Personally I think you’re right!

    • @susanperry6648
      @susanperry6648 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too

  • @oasisannie
    @oasisannie ปีที่แล้ว +42

    These precious, candid recordings of Paul Simon are such a treasure.

  • @Shteedbee
    @Shteedbee ปีที่แล้ว +62

    You can tell Dave has a ton of respect for Paul. Paul seems to be quite a tender soul.

    • @juliannebrancadora3476
      @juliannebrancadora3476 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      "Paul seems to be quite a tender soul." - I see this too. I think it's common among gifted artists.

    • @willec7105
      @willec7105 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      And exquisitely attuned to every detail and even in his choice of just the right word which makes him super articulate. All this coupled with his laser focus and being present in the moment, makes him an excellent story teller, causing everyone to hang on his every word. This is the effect this kind of special, one-of-a-kind person has on the community.

  • @ChrisHodges87
    @ChrisHodges87 2 ปีที่แล้ว +224

    I actually learned something about artists in this interview. Letterman was a good host and Simon was a great guest. What a pleasure.

    • @ProgRockDan1
      @ProgRockDan1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes a great interview

    • @Gma7788
      @Gma7788 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh, yes, the snobbery.
      Oh how it's oozing in this interview.
      Even the fans back then were massive snobs.
      Even the Beatles fans, all ruthless snobs.
      They thought they didn't have to socialise, EVER.
      They thought they could keep all this music to themselves and scare others away.
      All they did was RUIN their own social scene.
      The artist got a delusional state of mind while the fans destroyed the social structure of society.
      Those horrible fans really speed up the process and the next generation wanted desperately to have nothing to do with Simon or Garfunkel.

    • @MissyQ12345
      @MissyQ12345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      What?

    • @rvanats9652
      @rvanats9652 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Gma7788 Careful, brain matter may be oozing...

    • @aznboycols
      @aznboycols 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Paul was a little hesitant at the beginning, but Letterman got he so relaxed that Paul was getting laughs etc.

  • @whereismyxanax
    @whereismyxanax 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    He's so adorable

  • @ayeshamoulvi4319
    @ayeshamoulvi4319 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I always loved ❤ Simon and Garfunkels songs and music 🎵... they're great together...!!! They've created some of the most beautiful music of all times❤❤❤

  • @colleenm6852
    @colleenm6852 2 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    Paul and Art, both musical genius. Best harmonies

    • @rwarren58
      @rwarren58 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Of course, I agree with you. I still remember “Gone at last” with Phobe Snow as one of my teenage favs.

  • @louismartin4446
    @louismartin4446 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Such a humble and high integrity person. Wow!

  • @Twentythousandlps
    @Twentythousandlps 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    Simon prevails despite the laughing fools.

    • @100carlos100
      @100carlos100 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      This crowd was dumb as you know what.

  • @DavidGoldman-ze7ii
    @DavidGoldman-ze7ii 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    He wrote & performed some great songs... Definitely put His name in music history 🎶

  • @bobafetting6373
    @bobafetting6373 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    It’s fantastic to hear how articulate these interviews are, as opposed to every other word being “like” or “y’know” or “know what I’m sayin’”

    • @lettiegrant9447
      @lettiegrant9447 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Oh boy! I agree!👍👍

  • @marklechman2225
    @marklechman2225 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I could listen to Paul Simon tell stories all day.

  • @kimweemhoff5622
    @kimweemhoff5622 2 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    For me Simon is the best songwriter ever . His melodies, lyrics and arrangements played by the best studio cats is such a joy since decades and decades

    • @ProgRockDan1
      @ProgRockDan1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes such great melodies

    • @paulsimon4381
      @paulsimon4381 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello kim
      how are you doing?
      Thanks for your love, support and for being an amazing fan! ❤️
      It's nice meeting you here

    • @praneshsupal1041
      @praneshsupal1041 ปีที่แล้ว

      Second that

    • @Joestudly
      @Joestudly ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hmm, Lennon and Mcartney were pretty good too

    • @obiephillips9174
      @obiephillips9174 ปีที่แล้ว

      Joni Mitchell.

  • @joebledsoe257
    @joebledsoe257 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I love his guitar playing throughout all his work.

  • @MacDaddyRico
    @MacDaddyRico 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Wherever he goes...whatever he writes...old or new...
    Paul Simon's music stands the test of time...

  • @Kendo276
    @Kendo276 2 ปีที่แล้ว +241

    Paul Simon is so intelligent and his humor is subtle, hidden behind feigned nervousness. In reality if you watch enough interviews you see he is a very humorous man. Love this interview, I watched it on Letterman when I heard he was going to be on the show back then he did not do a whole lot of interviews.

    • @Treviso100
      @Treviso100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I find him incredibly odd and awkward. This was painful to get through. I felt sorry for Dave. Haha

    • @erniesmith871
      @erniesmith871 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Treviso100 definitely

    • @fpereira77
      @fpereira77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@Treviso100 I disagree. He's a peculiar man, but not the most peculiar one ahah
      I agree with Kendo that he ends up coming off as a bit humorous.

    • @curtispeters8296
      @curtispeters8296 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Why do you suggest that Paul Simon is feigning nervousness here? I think he was very much out of his element here and showed genuine nervousness from the outset of this interview. He is clearly physically uncomfortable and looks like he would rather eat glass than be on that set.

    • @fpereira77
      @fpereira77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@curtispeters8296 Indeed, I don't believe he was feigning nervousness, even though he was more than used to these interviews.
      Anyway, I do think he comes off as funny sometimes. His nervousness is almost part of the charm.

  • @SubdolphinX
    @SubdolphinX 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    The world is better with Paul Simon in it.

  • @endima6204
    @endima6204 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    What a lovely man....

    • @paulsimon1
      @paulsimon1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello En How are you doing it's nice meeting you here..

    • @TanteTiffy1979
      @TanteTiffy1979 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Really a Kind and lovely man❤❤

  • @chrisgrayling7584
    @chrisgrayling7584 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Wow, have been listening to Simon and Garfunkel for decades. Saw Art in concert once (solo); great performance but didn't interact with the audience at all. Had never seen any interviews with Paul Simon; this interview was fabulous. What an eccentric, brilliant artist, also honest and somewhat vulnerable. There are no real song writers any more; what a pity.

  • @bopeep7080
    @bopeep7080 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Thank you Dave for making Paul comfortable because it because it became a great interview

  • @oastie3
    @oastie3 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    This man is what I call one of the world’s wordsmiths; akin to Shakespeare and Wordsworth. Today, I likened two old men, sitting on a bench in the sunshine, to his song “Bookends”.

  • @nextari
    @nextari 2 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    What really stands out is how totally unique both Simon and Garfunkel both were, which reflects how they were able to rise up from seemingly nowhere to capture the whole world's attention. Smooth foot work by Paul Simon, deftly getting Dave, who is normally combative and casually disrespectful, to level-zero. Simon being a shorter guy has learned his game well. You can watch him masterfully bring himself constantly back to humility and a very slow tempo, keeping Dave in check and not allowing him to get an edge at all. Gotta love his dry and intelligent wit.

    • @billslocum9819
      @billslocum9819 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      That is a solid analysis. I would add Dave Letterman, not yet four months into his new talk show, minded his manners more with A-listers, and consequently did some good interviews.

    • @slapstock6641
      @slapstock6641 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Also, occasionally, very occasionally, a guest would come along who Dave had genuine respect for, and this would seem to be one of those occasions.

    • @ProgRockDan1
      @ProgRockDan1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes so true

    • @joeseddit
      @joeseddit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wow. Nice post. I love Letterman. Like your description, too- "combative and casually disrespectful". I always referred to him as the ultimate smartass, which played well for me when he was interviewing a celebrity who came off as too narcissistic, which was most of 'em. But I like Simon, so I didn't much care for Letterman's combative and casually disrespectful schtick during the whole moving of the chair thing. Heh-heh. That is a fine description.

    • @deborahcurtis1385
      @deborahcurtis1385 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@joeseddit I think they would have broadly worked out beforehand how the discussion would go, including the chair moving thing.

  • @northwildlings6795
    @northwildlings6795 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Paul Simon and Simon & Garfunkel are the soundtracks of my life. Simon's voice and talent soothe my soul and bring so much joy. I listen endlessly.

  • @greigallan5845
    @greigallan5845 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The audience maybe didn't realise they were in the company of greatness in Paul Simon.

  • @moodiblues2
    @moodiblues2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Paul Simon is a genius song writer and has penned some of the best music ever written for folk/rock. Art Garfunkel’s genius is the structure of his throat and his ability to sing. Some of sweetest sounds I’ve heard is Garfunkel singing such as in Bridge Over Troubled Waters. I owe Simon Garfunkel more than I could ever pay them for pleasure their music gave and still gives me.

  • @mantashaft
    @mantashaft 2 ปีที่แล้ว +153

    I was 10 years old and granted a tv for my room by my parents (perhaps b/c my only brother had died and they didn't want me to be lonely)... but I stayed up late nearly every night to watch Dave's show. It really had a huge impact on me. Here I see another example of someone that produces magnificent art, and at the same time...

    • @danmoreno37
      @danmoreno37 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      My condolences for the loss of your brother.

    • @angusrocks939
      @angusrocks939 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      same here. remember the dr. ruth recomending a cucumber incident? i woke my mom and dad laughing out loud that night.

    • @alangrant5684
      @alangrant5684 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I know what you mean. I felt that way about the Charlie Rose Show. His interviews were so personal and isolated. How quiet it was and no audience and the background all black ... I really miss that show.

    • @erikdykeman547
      @erikdykeman547 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      So sorry for your loss! I agree with you totally!

    • @rocknral
      @rocknral 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      "And at the same time...." Please fill us in. Not sure what you mean?

  • @islandbirdw
    @islandbirdw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Gotta love how candid Paul Simon is here and that the artist is so clearly on display here.

  • @ttc9559
    @ttc9559 2 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    In the end, this is how history will remember both of them. History will always, and forever, link Simon and Garfunkel together. It is what it is.

    • @SONOFABITCH
      @SONOFABITCH 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      The next time you are about to say or type 'it is what it is', remember you can also say nothing and it will convey the same thing....nothing.

    • @SONOFABITCH
      @SONOFABITCH 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@deandeck Just trying to help this guy tighten up his language game.

    • @inmundo6927
      @inmundo6927 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@SONOFABITCH same comment goes for you!
      "it is what is is":
      *used to say that a situation cannot be changed and must be accepted*
      The fact that Simon will always be linked to Garfunkel in our subconscious, cannot be changed, so the statement is actually valid. That little figure of speech serves to illustrate that point.
      Saying nothing, on the other hand, is used for the completely opposite intention of conveying absolutely nothing.
      "It is what it is" conveys an inevitability to change things, which is, a lot more than simply "nothing".
      Now, what kind of self-righteous know-it-all goes around telling others how to express themselves??
      Just trying to help loosen up your ego and drop that pedantic game.

    • @SONOFABITCH
      @SONOFABITCH 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@inmundo6927
      It's an annoying phrase to me because it never conveys any additional meaning, and your defense of it is unconvincing.

    • @inmundo6927
      @inmundo6927 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@SONOFABITCH What part of it isn't convincing to you? The part that doesn't equate a "restatement" with "nothing"?
      They are contradictory notions. What is clearly unconvincing is to say they "are the same thing", which very clearly they aren't.
      And who says a given figure of speech can only be used to "add" additional meaning?
      It is a matter of semantics, and as per the meaning, what it does add is: reaffirmation, repetition, reiteration, emphasis. In other words, it is a restatement of what has already been stated. A colorful reinforcement.
      You dont like it? Well, here's what you can do, and this is the key part, since you mentioned it was annoying *to you* : when *you* talk, or write, *you* chose *your own* way of expressing *yourself* . Simple enough.

  • @christienelson1437
    @christienelson1437 2 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    I love Paul. He is kind, generous, a genius and a human being. I believe he and Art are like family, they love each other but spending too much time together drives them crazy.💕❤️♥️

    • @marjoriemargel1567
      @marjoriemargel1567 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Oh maybe not “like Family” More like gum stuck to the bottom of Paul Simons shoe like he says today

    • @christienelson1437
      @christienelson1437 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@marjoriemargel1567 You know the kind of bro that gets all the attentions and is kind of spoiled but you grew up together. I am sure Art knows a lot of Paul’s secrets that he could have spilled over the years to make money off of it but didn’t. He never sued him or wreck his home or ride or tried to sleep with his wife. He is just a little insensitive at times to Paul.😉♥️💕💕❤️🙏

    • @erniesmith871
      @erniesmith871 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Garfunkel is very unlikable

    • @MichaelWilliams-so1pq
      @MichaelWilliams-so1pq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I think Paul is like, I'm the talent and carried you. See ya!

    • @acr08807
      @acr08807 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Christie Nelson Yes, Paul is a kind and generous wife beater.

  • @SEALCOATINGISLIFE
    @SEALCOATINGISLIFE ปีที่แล้ว +15

    His speaking voice is melodic.

  • @drahcirnomis6719
    @drahcirnomis6719 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    A pleasure watching this clip...back in the Letterman days.

  • @josephthomas9052
    @josephthomas9052 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I saw Art Garfunkel in a small venue in Orlando a few years ago. He mentioned the first time he met Paul in a candy store where he would shake the Good N Plenty candy boxeds looking for the one with the most candies. These guys were a treasure.

    • @Orcinus1967
      @Orcinus1967 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I bet if you shook a Good N' Plenty box in the dark they both would instantly identify the sound and smile.

  • @maloum-lsodermark7869
    @maloum-lsodermark7869 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He is not only a genious in his own right,he is a wonderful human being.Wonderful interview letting Paul being Paul !

  • @busterb11702
    @busterb11702 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    A fascinating interview. Paul Simon is so cerebral. He is certainly one of the geniuses of popular music! ( love his Queens NY accent. sounds like home)

  • @MaxyBoy-x9u
    @MaxyBoy-x9u 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Rare to see a good interview with Paul Simon, who is so reticent. His music, of course, is nothing short of brilliant.

    • @shaunconway740
      @shaunconway740 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      His height is nothing short of short

    • @suehaden6103
      @suehaden6103 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@shaunconway740 🥱🥱🥱🥱

  • @RobertStrader-jb4ty
    @RobertStrader-jb4ty ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great time to watch television. Rough around the edges, real, just three months after this show started.

  • @billlynch4467
    @billlynch4467 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    First concert I saw, S&G, Yale Bowl 1967. So simple and beautiful. Two guys on a stage playing and singing.

  • @RideAcrossTheRiver
    @RideAcrossTheRiver 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Paul Simon raps his stuff ... and compliments the house band. Now THAT is class.

  • @janeburton3419
    @janeburton3419 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I can listen to him all day so intelligent such a genius and so handsome and cute just love him❤❤

  • @JuleszzC
    @JuleszzC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I saw him in concert in SC four or five years ago where there were no theatrics or props, just him in blue jeans with his guitar, his musicians and his backup singers on stage when they were needed and it was wonderful!!

    • @xhaltsalute
      @xhaltsalute 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lucky you!

    • @davidrice3337
      @davidrice3337 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      is he still performing ? he is up there in age ....80 ? maybe?

  • @mynameisnotyours888
    @mynameisnotyours888 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I love Paul Simon he walked by me in a restaurant I was workin at my crew told me I was hallucinating I only realized it was him after he’d gone, I cried

    • @rhythmfield
      @rhythmfield 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Probably best that you didn’t bug him - I’ve heard that he doesn’t particularly like to chat with strangers and fans, unfortunately- You really did the right thing to just leave him alone

    • @davidtaylor111
      @davidtaylor111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Paul Simon is not a nice guy

    • @bernardbrenner6088
      @bernardbrenner6088 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@davidtaylor111 He has a Napoleonic complex.

    • @drieaz
      @drieaz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bernardbrenner6088 True the Napoleanic wars with wifey Edie Brickel was very Bohemian of them...

    • @suehaden6103
      @suehaden6103 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bernardbrenner6088 yawn….

  • @spikecazcarro5208
    @spikecazcarro5208 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    this kind of interview is rare now. i miss the old days where people respect conversations

  • @philiphamer565
    @philiphamer565 2 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Genius pure and simple. Hugely articulate compared to so many other singer/songwriters. A stunning interview.

    • @luv2cruise80
      @luv2cruise80 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Does he talk about his Kodakrome?

    • @ProgRockDan1
      @ProgRockDan1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes such a genius

    • @Gma7788
      @Gma7788 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      A fine example of what destroyed simon and Garfunkel's careers.
      You're not helping them.
      Deal with your social disaster problem.
      It's YOU the audience that caused all the downfall.

    • @MissyQ12345
      @MissyQ12345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dreyn, just what are you on about?

    • @mikewhipp2984
      @mikewhipp2984 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MissyQ12345 isn't it obvious? 😄🤦‍♂️

  • @nzfalcon6578
    @nzfalcon6578 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    bridge over troubled waters by Garfunkel is one of those emotional songs that gets in your soul and bring tear's to your eye's , very powerful song

  • @JeffCogswell
    @JeffCogswell ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What's so awesome about this is regardless of how much Paul and Art have fought and disagreed over the decades, to the point they did solo albums and refused to work together, it's clear they still truly love each other like the best brothers ever. I could only dream of having best friends like that.

  • @paulmccumber9291
    @paulmccumber9291 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    What a treasure that man is

  • @elizabethmcleod246
    @elizabethmcleod246 2 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    One of the best writer singers ever❤️

    • @exactsame
      @exactsame 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The very best From America to The Boy In The Bubble

    • @flemingcourt
      @flemingcourt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You may say that again.

    • @SpeegBJ
      @SpeegBJ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That he is....exquisite song writer. Profound.

    • @stevepayne5965
      @stevepayne5965 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nightmare to work with though, I've heard.

    • @ehlerhog
      @ehlerhog 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Uhhm I believe the term is called singer - songwriter bud.

  • @callmebigpapa
    @callmebigpapa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Art sounds like my kinda guy! He does his own thing! Great interview.

  • @Zobin211
    @Zobin211 2 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    What a wonderful interview. Great stories about Garfunkel and John Lennon.

    • @ProgRockDan1
      @ProgRockDan1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes a great interview

    • @Gma7788
      @Gma7788 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ... and Dave who?
      See, you really are terrible.
      You just keep on treating people as if they don't exist.
      This is THE number one problem with Paul Simon fans.
      Nobody likes you, so you dismiss everyone.
      That makes everyone hate you even more.
      That results in NO sales and that causes Paul to doubt himself.
      The general public WINS 🏆 👌 🙌 👏 😎

    • @Gma7788
      @Gma7788 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ProgRockDan1 They're alluding to the fact that Paul's fans are socially terrible and that has been a disaster for Paul himself.

    • @stupendous1068
      @stupendous1068 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ironically Paul Simon was born on the same day as the Beatles' legendary road manager Neil Aspinall, October 13, 1941.

    • @owenrees7544
      @owenrees7544 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      how is that ironic?

  • @ianscianablo8507
    @ianscianablo8507 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    He is so quiet, sweet and cerebral. Loved his turn in "Annie Hall."

    • @bestofnature-h7i
      @bestofnature-h7i 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      "Let's go back to my place and get mellow"?

    • @rodrigobraz2
      @rodrigobraz2 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was trying to remember which movie I had seen him in, thank you!

  • @froggieredcliffe8097
    @froggieredcliffe8097 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Paul Simon is so natural and Down to Earth.

  • @stevestudley4060
    @stevestudley4060 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Paul Simon was a little before and during my time. I was never a follower. In 2018 on his final tour I got to see him perform. I had no expectations but I was amazed at what a conductor he was. He was in full control of every note that was played or sung on stage. At that level of perfection he has to be a task master. I became a fan that night. Thank you Paul Simon for your hard work and talent.

    • @taand4725
      @taand4725 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Paul Simon is still little

    • @johnh293
      @johnh293 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @taand..... that is good funny right there.

  • @mynameisnotyours888
    @mynameisnotyours888 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Pure class y’all want a definition of class this is it

  • @craigrussell3062
    @craigrussell3062 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Letterman is SUCH a good interviewer. He has just the right touch to get celebrities to talk about uncomfortable things. He's both a nice guy and a kid with a bug in a jar.

    • @east5871
      @east5871 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Who is this Letterman of whom you speak?

    • @robertgeorgemiller278
      @robertgeorgemiller278 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Craig Russell - you're joking right? I think he is cardboard and lacks the ability to relax his guest.

    • @craigrussell3062
      @craigrussell3062 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@robertgeorgemiller278 Who wants guests relaxed?

    • @east5871
      @east5871 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@craigrussell3062 anyone who wants candid conversation. I think you’re confusing a talk show host with a trial lawyer.

    • @craigrussell3062
      @craigrussell3062 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@east5871 And I think you're confusing David Letterman with a regular talk show host. The fact that we're here talking about a 40 year old interview shows that Dave's got something that most people don't have, whether you approve of it or not.

  • @jasonmurdoc9533
    @jasonmurdoc9533 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    For all of the supposed backstages craziness Paul has always been a gentleman while discussing Art.

  • @maryfraser8821
    @maryfraser8821 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I love this, what a beautiful friendship ❤

  • @megela13
    @megela13 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I enjoyed this interview very much because it was 'real'. Simon & Garfunkle were the very first album my sister & I purchased, when we were teens...and he's still going strong.

  • @Junior_Rocky
    @Junior_Rocky ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great interview!

  • @googlefan8990
    @googlefan8990 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    He was so cute when he was young - hard to resist!

  • @communityorganizer5645
    @communityorganizer5645 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Missed that one. It's my favorite Simon intervie w. He was fun, cool and a regular guy.

  • @victorliedholm5376
    @victorliedholm5376 2 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    I vehemently maintain that Paul Simon is one of the three greatest songwriters of the 20th century, along with Dylan and McCartney.

    • @tommytomtom5531
      @tommytomtom5531 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Gordon Lightfoot is better than them all....

    • @antonmoshkounian9115
      @antonmoshkounian9115 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You forgot John Lennon my friend

    • @baizhanghuaihai2298
      @baizhanghuaihai2298 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ummm…Joni Mitchell.

    • @JamelLorick
      @JamelLorick 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It depends on what genres you like or your upbringing & culture. They are AMAZING songwriters but you could add Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder & many others to those top tier songwriter lists.

    • @cactaceous
      @cactaceous 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Exchange McCartney for Lennon and you might have something there. McCartney’s post Beatles work is mediocre and his waltzy granny songs in The Beatles are at times cringey.

  • @Domzdream
    @Domzdream 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’ve never seen Paul Simon speaking. What a really cool guy!

  • @DJ-bj8ku
    @DJ-bj8ku ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love that anecdote about Art shaking the Good and Plenty. I can see him doing it. As for walking across Japan, Artie is one with the world and a poet. I should read his memoir.

  • @xontheweb2376
    @xontheweb2376 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Great interview, allowing the guess to publicly explore his feelings. Well led, great guest. 👍

  • @Redmenace96
    @Redmenace96 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    "One Trick Pony" was very good! Watched it upon theatrical release, as a kid. Not a blockbuster, but a nice little movie.

  • @Greenr0
    @Greenr0 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    This is the first time I saw David freaked out. Paul was at ease with songs and music. David was at ease with frivolous talks and jokes. When Paul invited David to sing a song with him, Paul was telling David 'Come to my world'. David's reply was 'No, I am comfortable here'. This was a very interesting interview. Paul was uneasy and David in his elements in the beginning and during; the reverse happened near the end. I'll bet Paul came out of the interview with a great feeling of satisfaction.

  • @richbuilds_com
    @richbuilds_com 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    He seems like a pretty nice guy. I like thoughtful people.

    • @richbuilds_com
      @richbuilds_com 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      * I realise this is from 1982 - please don't tell me he turned out to be a puppy eating right wing loonytune - I daren't google it.

  • @gilleschercuitte4255
    @gilleschercuitte4255 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    It’s kind of weird but when he talks about Art there is an undercurrent of admiration.

    • @communityorganizer5645
      @communityorganizer5645 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah, what a weirdo No wait. Not weird, and I bet it was mutual

    • @inmundo6927
      @inmundo6927 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      is it weird to admire the guy who played with you, whose talent you got to appreciate on a daily basis for over 10 years??

  • @davideverett9995
    @davideverett9995 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Great interview. He let the guest talk instead of constant interruptions.

  • @forhim370
    @forhim370 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Dear God I love this man.

  • @soarornor
    @soarornor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    That was one of the best interviews with Paul. Too bad the songs were cut out.

    • @ProgRockDan1
      @ProgRockDan1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes it was

    • @Gma7788
      @Gma7788 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do we have to listen to your failed attempts to be social, once again?
      Surely after all these decades you realise it's YOU that's the problem.
      Keep behaving like this and society will keep excluding you.

  • @ProgRockDan1
    @ProgRockDan1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Excellent interview with this great musician

  • @saraknight3605
    @saraknight3605 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely love this guy. Such a gentle soul.

  • @NPA1001
    @NPA1001 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Paul and Art are brothers in all but name. I hope they get together and make up and speak before the inevitable happens, whoever remains will regret it if they don’t .. my Dad and his brother didn’t speak for ten years and When my uncle died my dad regretted not making up with him for the rest of his life

  • @alangrant5684
    @alangrant5684 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Very few people I'm in awe of, even less with musicians, but something makes me feel he's almost immortal.

  • @Paulco67
    @Paulco67 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Look at the talent on this set. Unreal

    • @tryithere
      @tryithere 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yeah, there's Paul Simon...and some other guy.

  • @svcjjc01
    @svcjjc01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Separating the quality of work from its popularity, that’s a great point. What an icon, love Paul Simon. Sorry he and Art couldn’t work it out.

  • @kystars
    @kystars 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Simon and Garfunkel GREAT American music and GREAT writers of music and performers. One of the greatest of all time groups in American history. I remember when THE GRADUATE came out, and all those songs, everyone heard for the first time, was just a huge hit! This group is a LEGEND. Paul does a great interview.

  • @johnedwardjones999
    @johnedwardjones999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such a great interview. They would play in SF North Beach club now and then.
    I lived near The Grace Cathedral. Art sometimes sat on a bench in the small park there and write....Was a fan of Simon and Garfunkel. Special to see ART.

  • @Anthony-gq7dk
    @Anthony-gq7dk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    A musical genius who kept on giving .

    • @ProgRockDan1
      @ProgRockDan1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes indeed

    • @spinblackcircles
      @spinblackcircles 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It crazy how he made music for 60 years and it never got bad. The only stuff he ever did that was mediocre was one trick pony and the capeman and you can’t judge either of those as albums by themselves.
      All of his studio albums are at the very very least high quality, thoughtful and expertly executed music. His career coda 23 psalms he put out last year is such a perfect bookend to his career.
      What an absolute genius.

  • @bubblezovlove7213
    @bubblezovlove7213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    God I wish I could have met Paul Simon.... I love his music so much it hurts. He's the only male artist that has caused that feeling. It actually hurts to look at him (sort of in a good way) because I know I'll never get to tell him what his music has meant for me in my life..... It's a lot like love actually. The feeling of knowing you'll never see your girlfriend again when you didn't want to break up. It's very similar to that feeling except a bit more positive obviously. But just as big a feeling of disembodied unrequited love........ ❤️

    • @bubblezovlove7213
      @bubblezovlove7213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Whoah....
      I just realised.... That's why nutters stalk or kill thier "victims"! 😮 They feel the feeling I'm talking about but thier personality type OR mental illness, or both mixed, can't handle it. It basically feels like an attack to feel so strongly about something you aren't in control of..... Whoah...

    • @islandhomenavigator
      @islandhomenavigator 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I mean, he’s still alive. Strange post

  • @joncumber2020
    @joncumber2020 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Dave is clearly in awe that he’s even there and Paul is so strangely free-wheeling:)

  • @pocopico7409
    @pocopico7409 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lol....good Lord! He must be one of the slowest talkers I've ever heard. Even answering simple questions takes him several minutes. First, he has to think about what he's going to say, and then he has to think about exactly how he's going to phrase it. He never just responds! I can't imagine how long it took him to write a song, but he's one of the best in the history of American music in that regard. Paul and Art were among my 4-5 favorites growing up. His melodies are absolutely astounding, and his lyrics are unequaled.

  • @redbaron0949
    @redbaron0949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    One of the most creative writers of the century, like Dylan, a national treasure. And Arts voice was incomparable, he could have sang opera. Love them both.

    • @matthewhunter6421
      @matthewhunter6421 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dylan's no treasure, he was average, Simon of course is

    • @redbaron0949
      @redbaron0949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@matthewhunter6421 I liked both, Dylan has some impressive work.

  • @janetclaireSays
    @janetclaireSays 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    He's very gracious here.

  • @joelcampbell1491
    @joelcampbell1491 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Simon and Garfunkel soundtrack to my youth

  • @amandab73
    @amandab73 2 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    Sometimes I don't understand how Paul Simon writes the way that he does, and then I hear him talk.

    • @SpeegBJ
      @SpeegBJ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I know what you mean. His writing is second to Bob Dylan for me....his words, his poetry. The talk, ok, let's go there.

    • @nomiddlenamenmn427
      @nomiddlenamenmn427 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I agree. I believe that true artists express themselves well through their artistry, but aren’t the most gifted conversationalists.

    • @raygordonteacheschess5501
      @raygordonteacheschess5501 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Late in the Evening is my favorite Simon song.

  • @cardo1111
    @cardo1111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A great interview on an early Letterman show. A legendary duo, a few years later he would go to Memphis TN and visit Elvis' home that influenced him to create a masterpiece called Graceland.

  • @Susanna-ti2pv
    @Susanna-ti2pv ปีที่แล้ว

    Old tapes. The word partner aint the same anymore now u know. Great to know paul and art been friends since 10 yrs of age. I recently rehooked up with a friend from age 12. She taught me to whistle,dance,rally on handball court with racket,fit false lashes. Coming from a bigger town got me up to speed socially. Paul looks a pensive type and what doesnt he consider. Was reminded about going to hilton to eat and waiter told me and my then husband that paul mccartney was there the day before. He was accompanied with six armed guards. That was following the loss of john lennon. Songs we learn serve as markers in our journey as so do these videos. Thank you for sharing.

  • @mellowmoods8393
    @mellowmoods8393 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What a great interview. Dave and Paul had some chemistry here.

  • @paulcleary1954
    @paulcleary1954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely brilliant insight into Paul Simon

  • @Etcher
    @Etcher ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Everyone bangs on about Dylan but Simon is where it's at.

    • @markkubiak8296
      @markkubiak8296 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Paul is such a versatile songwriter.

    • @hollye7879
      @hollye7879 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      (( Well, he could actually sing ))

    • @JasonBBell
      @JasonBBell 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I don't think Paul Simon would ever dare challenge the jester.

    • @spinblackcircles
      @spinblackcircles 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JasonBBellI guarantee you Paul thinks he is a better musician with more great songs than Dylan lol. He’s been jealous of the attention Dylan has gotten his entire career even though Paul had periods he was more commercially successful I think he never felt like he got quite the respect from other artists than Dylan did. And I bet you he is like ‘how can than be? My music is better’.

  • @patriciasinger-ct5tv
    @patriciasinger-ct5tv หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ah love Simon & Garfunkel. We went to the same public school,& high school. Great delightful interview.

  • @mineralt
    @mineralt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    this is better than anything I've seen on TV for a long time

  • @DavidMartinez-zk8vs
    @DavidMartinez-zk8vs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    He’s like a humble intellectual.

  • @brianlehmkuhl8162
    @brianlehmkuhl8162 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Art has the voice and soul of an angel

  • @carmenandthedevil2804
    @carmenandthedevil2804 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Simon and Garfunkel were up there with the Beatles in song writing, period. Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and our little town.