Exactly the way I felt for a long time - but was afraid to say that I truly think he is better than them all - including Beethoven, Mozart, whoever. And if they had to award the Nobel Prize to a musician, it should have been Paul Simon, not Bob Dylan.
@@sbansban Simon-- fantastic songwriter, love his music. Dylan--was given the Nobel for the profound effect he had on his chosen medium, which has been acknowledged by not only his peers (like, for instance, Paul Simon), but his elders, as well as poets and musicians across generations. Not simply because he wrote popular tunes that you happen to like, but because he forever altered what a popular song could be. Paul Simon, no matter how much you love his work, did not do that.
@@michaelcalcina1446 I have. I’ve met Paul in my home Town Truckee CA. Paul LOVES to ski and back then he would visit once a season. I’ve heard him play several songs Ive never heard before and were not on any of his albums/records. He’s a good guy and ALSO an incredible singer/songwriter. He especially enjoyed when I explained I was in the US ARMY a long time and was an NCO. My title was SGT PEPPER. I know, what a strange last name to have =]. Anyhow, after decades of spending an abnormally large amount of time with/in/around all things music…. My “opinion”, if it’s worth anything, is that Paul Simon is at the top of a very short list.
To have been alive and attuned to the music of Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Dylan, and so many others is a special privilege. We will lose some of them quite soon but their songs and voices will outlast the wretched culture we've become.
@@paulluchter137 Culture is something that is always changing. I believe what you're referring to is HUMANS. And yes, we have always been horrible. Sometimes, though, one may encounter incredible humans and you'll KNOW they are/were the very best of humanity... because you will always remember them. Paul is one of those humans.
@@roncaruso931 Goes without saying no one else comes anywhere near the Beatles or ever will but I do totally respect Paul Simon's songwriting and contribution to the world of music, I meant musician in the general sense as opposed to technical virtuoso's such as David Gilmour etc
Desde chile.. Un saludo grande... La voz se va perdiendo con los años.. Como la vista.. Los reflejos... Pero la calidad.. La, escencia...la humanidad... Eso está ahi... En él... Valiente y valioso... Abrazo gigante sr paul simon❤❤
What is amazing is he makes no attempt to sing the song the way he did originally. Instead he uses the ravages of age that time has left on his voice to give us a beautiful, unique rendition full of the wisdon, love and pain of life. It’s beautiful. Definitely a touch of the divine.
I'm so glad Paul's voice relaxed into it after the first few bars: so he as he wanted to could deliver his heart and soul felt performance. See and hear Joni Mitchell likewise, at the same Newport Festival.
Paul was the hero of my college years, his lyrics opening doors in my mind, opening my eyes to the conditions of the American people and the lives we lived back then. He is my hero still, all these years later. Paul Simon has a great soul and a tender heart.
Yes, he is mine too and always managed to catch him when he comes down to Australia. He epitomises the lost America of kindness and gentility as well as magnamity unlike the prevailing ethos in that country of causing wars, mayhem and death.
Beyond underrated. It always amazed me why he wasn't considered a " acoustic" guitar God. I know George Harrison admired his playing. Be safe fellow music man.
Scientifically speaking, brains tend to 'freeze' around songs they love at about 11-14 years old. This effect fades slowly til the late 20s, after which most songs don't create near the same emotional effect of songs from previous decades. So the music of today is equally good. Your 'fossilized' brain just can't hear these songs objectively. Also, this particular rendition of Sound of Silence is pathetic. He'd barely get applause at a rural open mic. But that's a topic for another day....
Nathan, tell me why my 11-year-old daughter, a music loving piano player of some considerable talent, has zoomed in on old acts and finds nothing to like in modern pop music.
I’ve listened to this song since he first released it. And it’s still growing on me 60 years later. That’s what art is about. Thank you, Paul Simon, for all the moments of joy and peace of mind you have created and given to the world. It means more than you can imagine.
Once upon a time there were lyrics and poetry and it makes me sad to think we might never say the likes of Paul Simon again. Genius seldom repeats itself.
"We"...I agree we may not. The world may..at some point if it can get it's act together and survive..statistically it'll possibly happen again. Just, not likely in my lifetime but at least I had it once and thankfully recordings to live it over and over. It's a sad sweetness every time we think of it as once upon a time isn't it!
there have been better writers, both before and after him. Townes Van Zandt for one. A dozen or so country guys, and John Moreland currently. Open your ears.
Incredible writer, composer, musician. Off the charts, great. Unique in every way. People this intelligent don't come around often. Unbelievable talent.
I can't believe Paul Simon is 80 years and still plays and sings so beautifully. And he's still married to Edie Brickell. His worth is $200 million. I'm happy to read all this good news about him. He deserves all the success and happiness. I've enjoyed the music of Simon & Garfunkel since their first albums in the 1960s.
No words. Just deep gratitude for your music, accompanying me throughout my life, comforting, holding and loving me with all the gentle power and grace that emanates from your words and melodies. You have no idea how much the gift of your sacred presence in my life through your music has meant to me. What a soul! Namaste Paul Simon. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your authentic presence in this world.
Wonderful, just wonderful. I love this guy, he may not be be your typical fungi but he remains true to himself, even more so at the age of 82. God bless ya Paul.
You can be absolutely proud of what you have done, Mr. Simon. Your voice is not anymore what it used to be, but this is even more intense that way. Please play play and play until the last song. The world need real artists more than ever.
I have grown up with Paul Simon. Gosh. I was at the Central Park (New York City) concert. People were in trees listening. There just are not words to describe his amazing music and poetry. He truly has a magic.
it couldn't be more beautiful ,, lyrics written 60 odd years ago as a young man...................; the tune , voice & timing now sung by an elderly troubadour a whole lifetime producing the most beautiful melody's thank you Mr Simon
This is what music is to sound like. No electronic crap or modern technology involved. This is Real! Today's music is a joke compare to this music. Paul Simon You Sir is what music is about! And should sound like. God Bless You. ❤️
Großartig!!! Paul Simon, er hat sooooo großartige Songs komponiert . Ein Vollblutmusiker. Einer der Größten!! Love You Paul! und er ist so bescheiden und normal geblieben!🎸❤️🎸
Special talent to write a song at 20 that sounds good when you are 80.
I couldn't agree more. So true
Exactly
Amen
Geniuses.
Ones in a generation.
( Maybe angels in disguise )
Magical songs stay magical.
The best singer-songwriter to ever exist. We will never see another one like Paul. This is as good as music gets.
Exactly the way I felt for a long time - but was afraid to say that I truly think he is better than them all - including Beethoven, Mozart, whoever. And if they had to award the Nobel Prize to a musician, it should have been Paul Simon, not Bob Dylan.
@@sbansban Paul Simon Great American Songwriter,Mozart a musical Genius.I like both ,Mozart different era.
@@sbansban Simon-- fantastic songwriter, love his music. Dylan--was given the Nobel for the profound effect he had on his chosen medium, which has been acknowledged by not only his peers (like, for instance, Paul Simon), but his elders, as well as poets and musicians across generations. Not simply because he wrote popular tunes that you happen to like, but because he forever altered what a popular song could be. Paul Simon, no matter how much you love his work, did not do that.
Uh, ever hear of Lennon and McCartney?
@@michaelcalcina1446 I have. I’ve met Paul in my home Town Truckee CA. Paul LOVES to ski and back then he would visit once a season. I’ve heard him play several songs Ive never heard before and were not on any of his albums/records. He’s a good guy and ALSO an incredible singer/songwriter. He especially enjoyed when I explained I was in the US ARMY a long time and was an NCO. My title was SGT PEPPER. I know, what a strange last name to have =]. Anyhow, after decades of spending an abnormally large amount of time with/in/around all things music…. My “opinion”, if it’s worth anything, is that Paul Simon is at the top of a very short list.
Brilliant!!
LOVE Sir so much
You're watching a master at his craft and once this legend is gone we'll never have anything like him again.
Fortunate to have listened to these two legends in my lifetime. Life is so enriched
I visit your home friend
But what about Snoop Doggy dog?😮
Bravo
LIVING LEGEND ! Thx for all Paul !
He should receive the Nobel prize for poetry. A genius.
Paul was, indeed, a genius. He was the Emily Dickenson of our green age.
all the legends are now ageing....with no one to replace them....no one.
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Paul Simon my GOAT songwriter/poet
Wow..this song belongs to.Paul Simon..thankyou it is brilliant..than the rage added a sound..of this world into your song!! Wow..I love this so much
He sure can make a guitar sing......thank you paul simon
To have been alive and attuned to the music of Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Dylan, and so many others is a special privilege. We will lose some of them quite soon but their songs and voices will outlast the wretched culture we've become.
We've always been a wretched culture...
@@paulluchter137 Culture is something that is always changing. I believe what you're referring to is HUMANS. And yes, we have always been horrible. Sometimes, though, one may encounter incredible humans and you'll KNOW they are/were the very best of humanity... because you will always remember them. Paul is one of those humans.
Paul Simon, old and frail these days, is still amazing. And the author of those great songs.
i love Simon Sound
He has given so so much to all of us.He has touched us all with his music and his words.Any of us who were listening that is.Thank you Paul Simon.
"Any of us who were listening that is." ...I see what you did there (:
Let's also not forget Art Garfunkel, both of them were great.
I was fortunate to see him and Bob Dylan in concert on a tour in 96 I think.
I visit your home friend
HERE HERE.
quiet, finest, the silence at its very best....
My whole life from high school to being 68 passes before me.
Yes.
I know what you mean Iwas thinking the same thing.
Even a couple more years than that for me.
I'm 70 years old, I'm with you brother I have a tear in my eye. Don't know what you got till it's gone, Good memories though
Same.
I think this may be my favourite version above every I've heard.
Agreed. It’s not just a performance. It’s life.
Right there is what a living legend looks and sounds like!
On his tombstone will be etched..."the Sound of Silence."
I'm crying just thinking about it.
It’s one of the songs I’ve chosen for my funeral, sounds morbid I know but I don’t want anyone else choosing the music which I want…
Great. Thanks for posting
Best Song Ever
For someone to walk onstage, play guitar & sing & hold a crowd at 80 years old is a victory!
Only 1 Paul Simon, one of the greatest songwriters & musicians of all time, Total Respect from UK 🇬🇧🇺🇸
Amen.
I agree. Total respect from Spain.
@@roncaruso931 Goes without saying no one else comes anywhere near the Beatles or ever will but I do totally respect Paul Simon's songwriting and contribution to the world of music, I meant musician in the general sense as opposed to technical virtuoso's such as David Gilmour etc
Uk plus f and c.
@@druidswillow1052 I think Stevie Wonder was a great musician, he played son many instruments
Desde chile.. Un saludo grande... La voz se va perdiendo con los años.. Como la vista.. Los reflejos... Pero la calidad.. La, escencia...la humanidad... Eso está ahi... En él... Valiente y valioso... Abrazo gigante sr paul simon❤❤
Mucha razón..... 👋👋👋👋🎵🎶💜🇨🇱🎶
Wonderful guitar playing for an 80 year old too...
Uno de los grandes saimon. La leyenda de la buena música saludos
80 years old. But it's still Paul Simon in all his brilliance. This performance was just breathtaking.
A national treasure.
International too!
What is amazing is he makes no attempt to sing the song the way he did originally. Instead he uses the ravages of age that time has left on his voice to give us a beautiful, unique rendition full of the wisdon, love and pain of life. It’s beautiful. Definitely a touch of the divine.
I think his voice is astonishingly youthful, and has barely changed in the last few decades.
Initially I was disappointed that he didn't sound like he once did, but than I read your comment and you're absolutely right.
I'm so glad Paul's voice relaxed into it after the first few bars: so he as he wanted to could deliver his heart and soul felt performance. See and hear Joni Mitchell likewise, at the same Newport Festival.
You are absolutely correct!
I visit your home friend
What a life!
Just Paul, his guitar and his voice... this is how it is done kids. No big production show, just pure talent.
But it seems he’s speaking the song, not singing it. Is that from aging?
@@janeruthraphael4644still better than speaking words like rappers,and auto tune singers!!
@janeruthraphael4644 have you not heard the original? 😂
No it experience that comes with Age ,
What a festival in 2022. Simon and Mitchell... two songwriters and acoustic guitarists for the ages.
It’s beautiful
Paul looks great at 80 years old! Amazing!
The world would not be the same without this song. Brilliant and forever the best melody ever! Thanks Paul and Art! This song will never die!
Great song, no doubt, but ? no fucking balls Paul Simon says dr Mengele Fauchi shiting in their vaccines and cia bioweapons covid 19
Top 3 45 record I played as a young kid
And the flip side was homeward bound
Paul ist der kreative von beiden.
Paul was the hero of my college years, his lyrics opening doors in my mind, opening my eyes to the conditions of the American people and the lives we lived back then. He is my hero still, all these years later. Paul Simon has a great soul and a tender heart.
Yes, he is mine too and always managed to catch him when he comes down to Australia. He epitomises the lost America of kindness and gentility as well as magnamity unlike the prevailing ethos in that country of causing wars, mayhem and death.
@@hangtuah888 Exactly right. My favorite is "A Dangling Conversation." Poetry.
@@robertodebeers2551 he has catchy tune & others with Deep meanings
Wow paul simon im bieng a fan of all the years.. i love you..❤❤❤❤
Timeless. Always thought his guitar playing was underrated.
Beyond underrated. It always amazed me why he wasn't considered a " acoustic" guitar God. I know George Harrison admired his playing. Be safe fellow music man.
Scarborough Fair is a fine example of Paul’s underrated guitar skills.
In the world of musicians, he is very well respected as a great guitarist.
Mrs Robinson. Great opening riff and great fills throughout. Love ‘At The Zoo’! Hamsters turn on frequently.
He is definitely one of the best acoustic guitarists.
My favorite song as a kid. Never realized at the time that music would not get any better. Nothing exceeds this.
Hello Caren how are you doing
Scientifically speaking, brains tend to 'freeze' around songs they love at about 11-14 years old. This effect fades slowly til the late 20s, after which most songs don't create near the same emotional effect of songs from previous decades. So the music of today is equally good. Your 'fossilized' brain just can't hear these songs objectively. Also, this particular rendition of Sound of Silence is pathetic. He'd barely get applause at a rural open mic. But that's a topic for another day....
Nathan, tell me why my 11-year-old daughter, a music loving piano player of some considerable talent, has zoomed in on old acts and finds nothing to like in modern pop music.
Great song but ruined by this rendition Paul is well out of tune, he has reached well past retirement age
He never sings a song without getting inside it and loving it.
yes yes yes AND he never sings this song the same wsy twice.He never did.
@@Pwd-advocate It’d be nicer to hear it done more like the original.
A tremendous songwriter.
He seems just overwhelmed by grief in this video.
Don't think he enjoys performing this particular song.
Paul ,mit dem Alter wirst Du für mich immer liebenswerter, Dein Scharm und die Songs, einfach Wunderbar
I’ve listened to this song since he first released it. And it’s still growing on me 60 years later. That’s what art is about.
Thank you, Paul Simon, for all the moments of joy and peace of mind you have created and given to the world. It means more than you can imagine.
Once upon a time there were lyrics and poetry and it makes me sad to think we might never say the likes of Paul Simon again. Genius seldom repeats itself.
"We"...I agree we may not. The world may..at some point if it can get it's act together and survive..statistically it'll possibly happen again. Just, not likely in my lifetime but at least I had it once and thankfully recordings to live it over and over. It's a sad sweetness every time we think of it as once upon a time isn't it!
You obviously haven’t heard WAP.
there have been better writers, both before and after him. Townes Van Zandt for one. A dozen or so country guys, and John Moreland currently. Open your ears.
It was a joke. Perhaps that song in contrast to this one is an example of how far we’ve fell in terms of music quality:/
@@derekec
ZEITGEIST:
The defining spirit or mood of a particular period of history.
Every epoch has some.
I think we are prone to nostalgia.
....... still great..... 🌻
Wow! At 80 Paul is undiminished. That was a superlative performance.
what a great musician 😌😌😌
Incredible writer, composer, musician. Off the charts, great.
Unique in every way. People this intelligent don't come around often. Unbelievable talent.
I visit your home friend
This epic song is more important now than ever. Paul Simon, you are a gift to humankind.
Danke💞
Thank you Paul...wise and old ...and great :-)
Oh how you have inspired in my life
This song will never grow old, remains forever in human beings.
Respect Sir.
How are you? so sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song.
"thank God for you Paul Simon" is just perfect
Ich bin tief berührt. Simon begleitet mich mein ganzes Leben. Meine Hochachtung vor seinem Erfolg und seiner Lebensgeschichte
Paul keeping that lost art of entertainment alive...God Bless him.
🥰 Thank you Paul for beeing, playing and singing. V&Z from Czechia
A treasure, a living treasure, a world heritage...
I can't believe Paul Simon is 80 years and still plays and sings so beautifully. And he's still married to Edie Brickell. His worth is $200 million. I'm happy to read all this good news about him. He deserves all the success and happiness. I've enjoyed the music of Simon & Garfunkel since their first albums in the 1960s.
💯💯💯👏👏👏
sic transit gloria mundi
Legend
Paul sounds great. He's worth way more than 200 million, but aren't we all?
@@rthib1960 I'm not aware of any human being whose real value is higher than a silver coin
This is gold
Beautiful god bless him
No words. Just deep gratitude for your music, accompanying me throughout my life, comforting, holding and loving me with all the gentle power and grace that emanates from your words and melodies. You have no idea how much the gift of your sacred presence in my life through your music has meant to me. What a soul! Namaste Paul Simon. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your authentic presence in this world.
This makes me proud to be a human.
Thank you Paul Simon. Thank you poster.
One of the greatest songwriters and singers in this world. 👏👍❤️
Just a brilliant songwriter.
A musical giant!
Wow wow and wow!
The one and only. The ultimate songwriter and performer. One of the greatest musicians ever.
He wrote things that will likely live forever and stand the test of time.
Nunca vai deixar de ser meu ídolo. Renato (Brasil).
The beauty of life encapsulated in a soul stirring performance. What a gem.
That guitar was so beautiful!!! ❤❤❤
Wonderful, just wonderful. I love this guy, he may not be be your typical fungi but he remains true to himself, even more so at the age of 82. God bless ya Paul.
You can be absolutely proud of what you have done, Mr. Simon.
Your voice is not anymore what it used to be, but this is even more intense that way. Please play play and play until the last song. The world need real artists more than ever.
Legend... here it is...
Paul Simon. A musical a legend der Ewigkeit. 🤗🥰
Those words.. sound of silence... still amazes after all the years. So much meaning and content in those three words.
My happytears are pouring, hello mr Simon my old friend through Your music. Thanks for making Young me a pasifist decades ago☮️🇫🇮
Absolutely great artist. His music is loved by all generations.
What a festival! Joni and Paul.
Speck for yourself.
Man that gave me chills. His voice has his unmistakeable quality, albeit aged. Yet not without a power undimmed by age.
it's such a big difference compared with Hyde park concert 4 yours later; covid'nightmare has olded and nearly killed old people and even youngest;-((
What a treat to hear Paul Simon play again. Thank you Amy!!
I am always surprised at what an accomplished guitarist Simon is. At age 82!
like Joni's "Both Sides Now,'' this may be my favorite performance of the song...
His fragility makes the impact of this song even more significant
I have grown up with Paul Simon. Gosh. I was at the Central Park (New York City) concert. People were in trees listening. There just are not words to describe his amazing music and poetry. He truly has a magic.
He looks and sounds great ❤
Thanks for all the great and wonderful memories Paul!!!
it couldn't be more beautiful ,, lyrics written 60 odd years ago as a young man...................; the tune , voice & timing now sung by an elderly troubadour a whole lifetime producing the most beautiful melody's thank you Mr Simon
I first heard Paul sing this in England in the sixties. Then I heard Paul sing this in the eighties and 2000s. I'm so pleased to hear it again
And the world stands still, time suspends, until the last chord. Music is magic
This is what music is to sound like. No electronic crap or modern technology involved. This is Real! Today's music is a joke compare to this music. Paul Simon You Sir is what music is about! And should sound like. God Bless You. ❤️
@Wojak Doomer Ben Stravensky Granny I don't know who Alan walker is 😂
@Wojak Doomer Ben Stravensky How the hell can you compare Simon and Garfunkel to this Alan walker person. Oh please! Don't make me laugh 🤣🤣
La plus belle chanson au monde elle m'a vu grandir mon grand frère Guy merci
Großartig!!! Paul Simon, er hat sooooo großartige Songs komponiert . Ein Vollblutmusiker. Einer der Größten!! Love You Paul! und er ist so bescheiden und normal geblieben!🎸❤️🎸
Once he got his vocal relaxed the vocals were beautiful and perfect for Paul's age. Just beautiful
So polite, daisy
Yes! Absolutely beautiful.
What a guy
Qu'ell descente que le vieillissement malgres tout c'est un mer eilleux retoud sur le passe de ce grand artiste
One Man and one Gittar ! Thank you for all Mr. Simon !
Thanks Mr. Paul Simon!!
Legend
Arguably the greatest songwriter of the 20th century
One of the best ever songs. Thank you, Paul.