We Japanese grew up listening to this song. My friends and I learned English while listening to this song. I learned English words, idioms, grammar, and pronunciation from S and G. But time passes. Most Japanese people who were born in 1956 no longer study English. But I keep learning English just because I love Simon and Garfunkel. Their music is too beautiful for me to stop listening to. Like a bridge over troubled water, their beautiful voices always ease my troubled mind. My dream to improve my English is still on the way. Thanks a lot. I am grateful for "Bridge over Troubled Water".
Paul Simon was a song writing genius, but no-one brought his songs to life like Art Garfunkel. His voice is just sublime, and together they are bigger than the sum of their parts.
Amazing, its 2024 and this song brings tears. At my high school graduation in 1970, this was our finale song and I was the pianist. That will go down in history for me as the most difficult piano piece I ever played. It took weeks and weeks of practice to bring the power of this song to fruition, but finally nailed it! Some where in a dusty old box, I still have the sheet music!!!
You ought to dig out that box and give this piece some new life! I checked the comments to see if anyone confirmed that the piano player did indeed fumble the music a couple times. If this piece is as difficult as you say, then maybe he did. But with Paul's artistic vision, maybe he wanted some odd timings thrown in, and maybe that's what I heard, but I don't think so.
Kudos! We had the sheet music in a big hardbound book of 60’s & 70’s music. This one was too hard for me! Sound of Silence was more my speed. Elton John’s music was usually too hard based on the # of sharps or flats. I was a hack but loved music then and now! P.S. Extra points for playing in public in front of classmates!
It's in my top five greatest songs ever written/recorded my list would be. 1. Better than I- David Campbell 2. Yesterday- The Beatles 3. Bridge Over Troubled Water- Simon and Garfunkel 4. If You Could Read My Mind- Gordon Lightfoot 5. Handle with Care- The Traveling Wilburys.
I don't understand everyone's comments about Paul singing on this song. Yes, Art did the vocals on the original, but this was the last song of a reunion special, and was highlighting their friendship and collaboration. It was beautiful and touching and great to see them performing together after so many years. Such an incredible and powerful conclusion!
Paul Simon gave a different tone to the song. Light and dark before joining together In harmony for the final verse. Some songs just get better as the performers age and this performance is one of them. Guys in their twenties writing a song that chimes so clearly in their seventies. Amazing
I was boarding my airplane to begin my trip back home at Phan Rang Air Force base in South Vietnam and Armed Forces Radio was playing this song and I was crying like a baby thinking of those I left behind and those who never made it home. That was in 1971. The years have gone by too fast.
It amazes me how Art can still move with all of Paul's nuances (new found ones at that) when they sing together. Doesn't even have to look at him for the feel. Whether they want to admit it or not, there is still a "chemistry" between them. Guess that comes from singing with each other since they were kids in 1953.
It's exactly as you said. A misterious magic happen when they sing together, whether they would admit it or not. It's truly beautiful, and hope they treasure it in their hearts
Here’s to anyone out there that has had what seems an unfair life. Keep your head up and be strong and don’t be afraid to seek help. Smile, I got you and so does the Lord. We can do this.
That man still gives me goosebumps every time I hear him hit those last couple of notes. Art Garfunkel is definitely by far one of the all time best singers in the history of music! And Pauly ain't too bad himself. Lol
Yes, Paul can sing well and is certainly a top notch songwriter, but Art is the great singer, which Paul later admitted. Arts vocals on this song match it better than any other vocalist, be it Paul Simon, Aretha Franklin or even Elvis Presley.
Non possiamo dimenticare I due fratelli le loro canzoni mi piacciono tantissimo Prego che Dio protegga entrambi e le loro famiglie che siano felici e in buona salute 🤟🏽
We played this at our wedding. Thank you Simon and Art for this masterpiece that my wife and I shared through 34 years of bliss until the angels came for her. I miss her so much. But I still have this to listen to.
May God less you both for this song. My late Father "Loved this song" and now after his passing, I Love this song forever more. Especially now that my Mother is also passing away. God Bless you Both. Paul and Simon. For you Paul and your "Heavenly Lyrics, and you Art for your "Heavenly Voice"
# # # Thanks to S&G for this great song. I remember when this song first hit the radio waves in about 1969. I was 9 years old growing up in Bell Gardens, the ghetto of Los Angeles. I grew up poor, always moving. We had a hard life with a single mother. This song lifted me up and gave me comfort. I am writing some books about those days and years. Maybe it might be made into a movie someday? This song pretty much summarizes everything. It brings back many memories about a time and place. RIP mom. JR # # #
i know at times it was tough for paul to be off to the side watching the standing ovation art would get for this song as paul wrote it, but his decision to have art sing it solo was pure genius as there’s just nobody else who does it the way it deserves to be sung
Beatiful music and wonderful performance! This was when Paul received the Gershwin price for his lifetime achievement and invited his friends and partners he had been working with to join him.
I try to find something positive every day. In these days we are not allowed to travel a lot. But listen to this wonderful music ...it is like going on a little journey into the past and visite two old Friends.
I lost my mother in January this year. This is the song that was playing when she was in labor with me. Was always our song. I'm 50 now. Cried to this as she took her last breath. First time I've listened to it since. Cried my eyes out. BEAUTIFUL SONG!
@Bard, how are you doing? Truthfully this song never get old to me even in 2021. How it takes me back in time to beautiful memories it will always be one of my greatest masterpiece of all time
Definitely one of the greatest For me my top five greatest songs would have to be 1. Better than I 2. Bridge Over Troubled Water 3. A Million Dreams 4. The Power of Love 5. Right Here Waiting
Bridge Over Troubled Water is still the very best of Simon and Garfunkel... The voice, lyrics, and harmonic melody hymn of the piano from start to finish are so superb... The last verse is like taking off from an airplane... your heart is pounding faster as you climb up into the sky... what a Glorious ending song.
I saw Paul Simon perform this song on his farewell tour this summer in Greensboro, NC with my daughter Caity, a Grad student at UNC. He totally owned it, and it was a beautiful performance. But after viewing this video I was stunned at how Art's phenomenal vocals complete this song. I know that Paul wrote it, and he performs it brilliantly on his farewell tour, but Art's phenomenal vocal quality makes this song one of the classiest and most wonderful songs ever recorded. It's unfortunate that they split, but this is a phenomenal reunion of a great writer and a great vocalist. I agree with many others, I love both of them.
You should have a look at the Concert in the Park and watch Art Garfunkel singing it there. Absolutely unbelievable. Genius to write it (Paul Simon) and genius to sing it (Art Garfunkel).
After listening to them for a long time without much realisation and when you finally realise how talented they are then you know you're getting older.
Not necessarily. Realised how talented they were when I was still in play school/ kindergarten, even though it was over ten years after they split up. Hearing great songs like this , at any age, was enough for me.
I remember a girl in my class in the 80ies - when she first heard "Bridge Over Troubled Water" she cried and said it's been the most meaningful song she has ever heard.
I think a lot of people would tear up occasionally when they hear the song. I do ... occasionally ... This is one of the greatest songs ever recorded in my humble opinion.
I grew up listening to this song since the early 1970’s. It was one of my mama’s favorite songs. This will always be one of my favorite songs. I don’t think anyone else could have sung this song as well as Art Garfunkel. Yes, Paul Simon has amazing songwriting talent but Art’s voice…
Truly a great song. Growing up in the 70s my dad would play his S&G 8 track (and later cassette) in the car. Drove us nuts. It wasn't until later in life I could appreciate how great their music was - and especially this song. Dad is gone now but I hear the song and I can remember the inside of that Grand Marquis like it was yesterday. It may take years (or decades) to realize it - but sometimes our parents do know what they're talking about!
Paul Simon's singing has improved over the years and he does justice to this masterpiece that he wrote. I like them both sharing vocals on this as well.
I was going to say the same thing - Paul clearly took voice lessons. And he has control over his voice. I think he didn’t want to steal Artie’s thunder. Anyone who’s upset about this performance doesn’t realize the point was not to replicate the recording. The point was for them to perform together. Already had to have vocal fold surgery shortly after this performance. They didn’t know how things will turn out. So after having such a big split between them, they wanted to wear together and respect each other. So that actually was more important than even the quality of the performance. Both are important but they wanted the unity.
I was like 16 years old when I sang that song at a Party to my girlfriend. She died years ago in car crash. Every once in a while I listen to this song and I can't help crying like a small child. Still love her!
When you're weary, feeling small, When tears are in your eyes I will dry them all I'm on your side Oh when times get rough And friends just can't be found Like a bridge over troubled water I will lay me down Like a bridge over troubled water I will lay me down When you're down and out When you're on the street When evening falls so hard I will comfort you I'll take your part Oh when darkness comes And pain is all around Like a bridge over troubled water I will lay me down Like a bridge over troubled water I will lay me down Sail on, silver girl Sail on by Your time has come to shine All your dreams are on their way See how they shine Oh if you need a friend I'm sailing right behind Like a bridge over troubled water I will ease your mind Like a bridge over troubled water I will ease your mind.
Been a fan of the Simon and Garfunkel band since the 70’s,well always stuck to them,what they have done to the music industry is unbelievable,good luck to Paul and Arthur,will always be there to support you
Unbelievable🥰... .. How spectacularly amazing to watch ONLY the music composer/ song writer Paul Simon, had the humility to allow his friend Art ... the only voice who could carry the song 'higher', stepped back and watched his (Paul's) lyrics under (Art's) voice carry the BEST finale to a song maybe EVER!! If ever a standing ovation , I believe maybe in the presence of God will there be anything equal
This two guys are terribly amazing singers I never get tired of repeatedly playing their songs they are so unbelievable like a voice of an Angel that will goes through ur souls they are wonderful creatures.
@Inezky, how are you doing? Truthfully this song never get old to me even in 2021. How it takes me back in time to beautiful memories it will always be one of my greatest masterpiece of all time
@Jim Brown The only thing that matters is what makes the crowd vibrate. Listen to the cheers when Art enters. This is another case of a genius songwriter who actually needed more his singer than he'd like to admit. Oh yeah sure, he still would have made tons of success and money. Like for example Sting in his solo carreer. Tons of money and success yeah sure, if that's your parameter. But for some strange reason, if Summers is not playing the guitar in message in a bottle, it just does nothing for me. Like here, the little gospel style that Simon tried in order to own his own song just desn't work.
To Me It DOES’NT MATTER WHO TRIES TO SING THIS BEAUTIFUL SONG ART GARFUNKEL IS THE ONLY ONE THAT CAN DO THIS THE BEST AND EVEN THOUGH PAUL SIMON WROTE IT ART GARFUNKEL OWNS IT PERIOD !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Choosing who is better is patently absurd.They split up because at one point each one of them wanted to be better than the other, they became pointlessly competitive and now people are still ridiculously putting them in comparison. They were an amazing duo, one of the best ones I would say, and they complemented each other perfectly. Just imagine how many more "Bridge(s) Over Troubled Water" there would be now to delight our ears with, hadn't they split up...:( Love them both, they're both wonderful artists, I wish they still performed together
This song reminds me of my dad's struggle with ill health for many years ,my family played Johhny Cash's version of this song in 2012 even now it still puts a lump in my throat after all these years!
On voit vraiment que Simon ne veut plus voir Garfunkel. Il fuit son regard. On sent une profondeur blessure chez Simon qui est impossible à réparer c'est triste pour lui. D ailleurs il remercie le public pour lui seul. Pauvre vraiment quel talent gâché. Simon a une voix bien meilleure à ce moment de sa vie et il a choisi sa version qui est superbe. Merci Simon
FABULOUS MUSIC-Incredible history.......I could listen to their music all day long.God bless you,Art and Paul. May you have many more years..........It's great for us,too !
This beautiful song sung by these beautiful singers, sound like a hym to the friendship in times when nobody is there for you if you are alone and helpless and hopeless, I love it...!
The whole product of perfecting this masterpiece is the 8th wonder of the world. From developing the lyrics, music then vocals its a timeless masterpiece . Thank you Paul and Art.
It's good to see them put their differences aside every once in awhile and allow their talents as a duo to entertain us like they did in their and our past.
Perfection. For most of us who were blessed with these 2 performers, their total inner souls were put on display with their music. They were both blessed by the hand of God. Yet so sad is their sensitivity to hurt in that they feel so deeply. There will never be another Simon and Garfunkel. So sad for us.
My Dad had this album I took it and played it over and over again with my childhood friend's. Thank you for the comfort and music when. I was younger I needed some help so it's ok not to be perfect.
They started in high school, in Forest Hills, a Jewish neighborhood in NYC, as “Tom and Jerry.” I was two years behind them, most amazing to me is how they grew to be so deep and thoughtful and still great to listen to. They were great separately and together.
Beautiful lyrics , beautiful melody , beautiful memories of my youth when summers seemed endless .. bless Simon and Garfunkle. .many thanks from this Anglo / Irish grandma . Art seemed so nervous but no worries . 👑👑👑
nung kabataan ko at kasama ko yung mga barkada ko favorite namin ang lahat ng kanta ng Simon and Garfunkel.. maiiyak ka sa sound of silence,the boxer, bridge over troubled water at bright eyes..🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
For all the acrimonious stories of these two They still have reunited quite a few times it's a shame they can't just enjoy each other and their musical legacy time keeps on ticking into the future Guys
We Japanese grew up listening to this song. My friends and I learned English while listening to this song. I learned English words, idioms, grammar, and pronunciation from S and G. But time passes. Most Japanese people who were born in 1956 no longer study English. But I keep learning English just because I love Simon and Garfunkel. Their music is too beautiful for me to stop listening to. Like a bridge over troubled water, their beautiful voices always ease my troubled mind. My dream to improve my English is still on the way. Thanks a lot. I am grateful for "Bridge over Troubled Water".
I'm italian and i started learning english listening S&G ❤️
Replay the song in my mother's funeral the song was Jesus talking to her
There was not even a dry eye in the in the funeral
Everybody cried on that song
When they finally closed the casket
Paul Simon was a song writing genius, but no-one brought his songs to life like Art Garfunkel. His voice is just sublime, and together they are bigger than the sum of their parts.
It is the combo that is the best
Amen!!!!
Awesome 👌
Así es. Nadie pudo describirlo mejor.
Have to disagree. Elvis took this song to heights these guys wanted to reach but couldn’t. Even Paul Simon said so.
i'm writing in 2023 and this video has again reached way inside me. It's incredible. i'm amazed by this sound.
Jetzt gerade zum 80igesten Geburtstag von Paul Simon. Wir, die Generation werden alt, aber die Musik niemals.
These two men left a legacy that will never go away.
Art Garfunkel is an incredible singer. He made this song.
And Paul Simon never forgave him for it.
No one can touch Art with this song, not even Paul. Art slayed this song.
I have said this before- Simon is a great song writer it it's Art Garfunkel who made Simon and Garfunkel
@@leonigolding9480i disagree Simon continued on as Art faded into the background.
❤🎉BOTH MAJE EACH OTHER!! They need each other!! TOGETHER THEY ARE AMAZING!!🤗🤗🥰🥰🤗🤗
It's my favorite song
This precious song kept me from attempting suicide when I at the age of 15 !!!! This song and Jesus !!! When I was totally deserted by my family !
A big WHY? I am here, and like a bridge over troubled water, i will never let u down!
Are u still there, my precious???
Jesus loves you for eternity. Just trust in Him and you’ll never be alone.
Thankful for this song and for your life.
How are you today, dear?
Amazing, its 2024 and this song brings tears. At my high school graduation in 1970, this was our finale song and I was the pianist. That will go down in history for me as the most difficult piano piece I ever played. It took weeks and weeks of practice to bring the power of this song to fruition, but finally nailed it! Some where in a dusty old box, I still have the sheet music!!!
You ought to dig out that box and give this piece some new life!
I checked the comments to see if anyone confirmed that the piano player did indeed fumble the music a couple times. If this piece is as difficult as you say, then maybe he did.
But with Paul's artistic vision, maybe he wanted some odd timings thrown in, and maybe that's what I heard, but I don't think so.
Kudos! We had the sheet music in a big hardbound book of 60’s & 70’s music. This one was too hard for me! Sound of Silence was more my speed. Elton John’s music was usually too hard based on the # of sharps or flats. I was a hack but loved music then and now! P.S. Extra points for playing in public in front of classmates!
"Oh if you need a friend, I'm sailing right behind" is a phase/lyric that speaks to me alone, and to every one
Bei Musik sind wir alle vereint. Grüße aus Germany
@@ClassicalPanPiano player is a she. 😊
Simon and Garfunkel are simply magical!
I ❤ this song
This song is one of the five greatest songs ever written and recorded!
What are the other four
Absolutely. I love Sound of Silence and I am a Rock as well
It's in my top five greatest songs ever written/recorded my list would be.
1. Better than I- David Campbell
2. Yesterday- The Beatles
3. Bridge Over Troubled Water- Simon and Garfunkel
4. If You Could Read My Mind- Gordon Lightfoot
5. Handle with Care- The Traveling Wilburys.
Art Garfunkel, voice of an angel man.
Beautiful voice. I love this man. Xxxx
Oh yes!!🤩
I was just sitting here thinking the same.
Love it so much
'Angel man' oneiromancy)
I don't understand everyone's comments about Paul singing on this song. Yes, Art did the vocals on the original, but this was the last song of a reunion special, and was highlighting their friendship and collaboration. It was beautiful and touching and great to see them performing together after so many years. Such an incredible and powerful conclusion!
Because it's obvious Paul is trying to "one up" Art. He appears to have little man syndrome, and has a hard time sharing the spot light
And isnt it that Paul Simon wrote it?
Paul Simon gave a different tone to the song. Light and dark before joining together In harmony for the final verse. Some songs just get better as the performers age and this performance is one of them. Guys in their twenties writing a song that chimes so clearly in their seventies. Amazing
You touched the point. Thats what musis is about❤ What a magical moment💛💚💙🩵💜🧡🩷❤️
The song is ma favorite
I was boarding my airplane to begin my trip back home at Phan Rang Air Force base in South Vietnam and Armed Forces Radio was playing this song and I was crying like a baby thinking of those I left behind and those who never made it home. That was in 1971. The years have gone by too fast.
Years you like a flash
Years go like a flash. Amazing
God bless you my dear for your service and God bless and r. i. p to all of those who didn't make it back home to their families. Xxx
@Dragon Phoenix69 Me saco el sombrero! que cosa mas grande que arriesgar su vida por la patria.
♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Art Garfunkel’s vocals, Paul Simon’s songwriting, excellent pianist = huge hit song lasting through the years
Mein Gott, immer wieder eine Gnade, um diese beiden Musiker zu wissen und diese Musik
bis in alle Ewigkeit genießen zu können. Danke Danke Danke
It amazes me how Art can still move with all of Paul's nuances (new found ones at that) when they sing together. Doesn't even have to look at him for the feel. Whether they want to admit it or not, there is still a "chemistry" between them. Guess that comes from singing with each other since they were kids in 1953.
Beautiful dual harmony like no other in history.
It's exactly as you said. A misterious magic happen when they sing together, whether they would admit it or not. It's truly beautiful, and hope they treasure it in their hearts
Beautifully said!!
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Fifty years, and it still brings tears. Paul Simon got a lot of glory, but Art, my God, he's the man.
Here’s to anyone out there that has had what seems an unfair life. Keep your head up and be strong and don’t be afraid to seek help. Smile, I got you and so does the Lord. We can do this.
3:24 Sadly, the bridge was just washed out
There is no question in my mind that this song is Paul Simon's masterpiece!
No
That man still gives me goosebumps every time I hear him hit those last couple of notes. Art Garfunkel is definitely by far one of the all time best singers in the history of music! And Pauly ain't too bad himself. Lol
Yes, Paul can sing well and is certainly a top notch songwriter, but Art is the great singer, which Paul later admitted. Arts vocals on this song match it better than any other vocalist, be it Paul Simon, Aretha Franklin or even Elvis Presley.
Morten Harket version was the closest but Art owns this song especially with the last couple of notes he belts out.
I love these two together. I don't think we can deny that Art really owns the vocals on this song for sure.
Art is just a better singer in every respect. Paul Simon is a hell of a songwriter. They feed off each other beautiful
shut it up people be gratefull we still have these 2 living legends. sit back and enjoy this performance. quit fighting like little kids.
Amen! Enjoy the song!
Rhonda Boncutter
Hi bastard. Human masters don’t need your pathetic amen begging.
No, I like the talk. We're all entitled to our opinions. Keep it going, guys!
The duo are very good no doubt
Rhonda Boncutter
Hi bastard. Human masters don’t need your pathetic amen begging.
Non possiamo dimenticare I due fratelli le loro canzoni mi piacciono tantissimo Prego che Dio protegga entrambi e le loro famiglie che siano felici e in buona salute 🤟🏽
Art Garfunkel & Paul Simon - No need for more to be said! Thank you gentlemen!
One of the greatest duos of all time. Great harmonies.
Paul Simon wrote this song. But man! Garfunkel owns this.
Not really 😕
We played this at our wedding. Thank you Simon and Art for this masterpiece that my wife and I shared through 34 years of bliss until the angels came for her. I miss her so much. But I still have this to listen to.
Well, I was already blinking back tears when I got to this comment…and the waterworks began. ❤️
Keep on being happy, be cause you have been loved... It's the most extraordinary thing in life ;) Vive l'amour et la musique! Kisses from France
Loved how simon respected art's moment in this song. He did not infringe on a beautiful and personal moment here. True friend.
Seriously? Paul did not sing it straight. He was selfish and out of place.
@@nicknick1864 he always is in their more recent performances. It's like he has little man syndrome, and always has to "one up" Art
It’s Paul’s song lmao
@@michaelmaschmann5023so not how it works but sure
June 28, 2024, Friday. Philippines. The bridge over troubled water in my life has been my wife of 57 years.
Who cares about his hair, he sings this one perfectly. What an amazing voice!
Can I just say...the lady playing the piano is utterly FANTASTIC!!!!!
May God less you both for this song. My late Father "Loved this song" and now after his
passing, I Love this song forever more. Especially now that my Mother is also passing
away. God Bless you Both. Paul and Simon. For you Paul and your "Heavenly Lyrics, and
you Art for your "Heavenly Voice"
Amém
Paul Simon, an absolute genius: When Elvis covers one of your songs you have done everything right!
Because Elvis could only cover songs...not actually write them. Which is fine, as long as everyone knows that.
# # # Thanks to S&G for this great song. I remember when this song first hit the radio waves in about 1969. I was 9 years old growing up in Bell Gardens, the ghetto of Los Angeles. I grew up poor, always moving. We had a hard life with a single mother. This song lifted me up and gave me comfort. I am writing some books about those days and years. Maybe it might be made into a movie someday? This song pretty much summarizes everything. It brings back many memories about a time and place. RIP mom. JR # # #
i know at times it was tough for paul to be off to the side watching the standing ovation art would get for this song as paul wrote it, but his decision to have art sing it solo was pure genius as there’s just nobody else who does it the way it deserves to be sung
In countless hours of studio and live recordings I've never heard Art Garfunkel singing a note less than pitch-perfect
全世界が認めた名曲です。
Beatiful music and wonderful performance! This was when Paul received the Gershwin price for his lifetime achievement and invited his friends and partners he had been working with to join him.
Is anyone also listening to this good classic during the quarantine - Covid 19 2020?🇧🇷🙏🏻 💚💛💙🤍
Yes, always loved this song, but seems even more evocative in these times!
I try to find something positive every day. In these days we are not allowed to travel a lot. But listen to this wonderful music ...it is like going on a little journey into the past and visite two old Friends.
@@dorisk.4944 I also look for the same in this difficult time, this music raises my energies.
@@patyoliveira3249 😷➡🌸☀️🎶🎶➡😁☀😉
I lost my mother in January this year. This is the song that was playing when she was in labor with me. Was always our song. I'm 50 now. Cried to this as she took her last breath. First time I've listened to it since. Cried my eyes out. BEAUTIFUL SONG!
Please, "reunion" is the only thing that the world wants. At your 80s it should be fabulous. 🙏
Not physically capable anymore.
One of the greatest songs of all time.
Agreed------that line"When evening falls so hard.." Just gets you deep in the soul....
Not one of the greatest Song, That is the GREATEST Song!!
@Bard, how are you doing? Truthfully this song never get old to me even in 2021. How it takes me back in time to beautiful memories it will always be one of my greatest masterpiece of all time
Definitely one of the greatest
For me my top five greatest songs would have to be
1. Better than I
2. Bridge Over Troubled Water
3. A Million Dreams
4. The Power of Love
5. Right Here Waiting
After listening tonight, and I am 77 and grew up with these songs, by far the best dou ever.
Bridge Over Troubled Water is still the very best of Simon and Garfunkel... The voice, lyrics, and harmonic melody hymn of the piano from start to finish are so superb... The last verse is like taking off from an airplane... your heart is pounding faster as you climb up into the sky... what a Glorious ending song.
Paul is such a great talent! Great lyrics and music and he sang it beautifully!
I saw Paul Simon perform this song on his farewell tour this summer in Greensboro, NC with my daughter Caity, a Grad student at UNC. He totally owned it, and it was a beautiful performance. But after viewing this video I was stunned at how Art's phenomenal vocals complete this song. I know that Paul wrote it, and he performs it brilliantly on his farewell tour, but Art's phenomenal vocal quality makes this song one of the classiest and most wonderful songs ever recorded. It's unfortunate that they split, but this is a phenomenal reunion of a great writer and a great vocalist. I agree with many others, I love both of them.
You should have a look at the Concert in the Park and watch Art Garfunkel singing it there. Absolutely unbelievable. Genius to write it (Paul Simon) and genius to sing it (Art Garfunkel).
After listening to them for a long time without much realisation and when you finally realise how talented they are then you know you're getting older.
Not necessarily. Realised how talented they were when I was still in play school/ kindergarten, even though it was over ten years after they split up. Hearing great songs like this , at any age, was enough for me.
I remember a girl in my class in the 80ies - when she first heard "Bridge Over Troubled Water" she cried and said it's been the most meaningful song she has ever heard.
I think a lot of people would tear up occasionally when they hear the song. I do ... occasionally ... This is one of the greatest songs ever recorded in my humble opinion.
Thats true.. This song really has its all.. My Emotions keep pouring out i dont know why. It makes me cry.. Whats in this songs... Lovely..
I grew up listening to this song since the early 1970’s. It was one of my mama’s favorite songs. This will always be one of my favorite songs. I don’t think anyone else could have sung this song as well as Art Garfunkel. Yes, Paul Simon has amazing songwriting talent but Art’s voice…
Oh Art Garfunkiel is most amazing.
Truly a great song. Growing up in the 70s my dad would play his S&G 8 track (and later cassette) in the car. Drove us nuts. It wasn't until later in life I could appreciate how great their music was - and especially this song. Dad is gone now but I hear the song and I can remember the inside of that Grand Marquis like it was yesterday. It may take years (or decades) to realize it - but sometimes our parents do know what they're talking about!
Paul Simon's singing has improved over the years and he does justice to this masterpiece that he wrote. I like them both sharing vocals on this as well.
I was going to say the same thing - Paul clearly took voice lessons. And he has control over his voice. I think he didn’t want to steal Artie’s thunder. Anyone who’s upset about this performance doesn’t realize the point was not to replicate the recording. The point was for them to perform together. Already had to have vocal fold surgery shortly after this performance. They didn’t know how things will turn out. So after having such a big split between them, they wanted to wear together and respect each other. So that actually was more important than even the quality of the performance. Both are important but they wanted the unity.
I was like 16 years old when I sang that song at a Party to my girlfriend. She died years ago in car crash. Every once in a while I listen to this song and I can't help crying like a small child. Still love her!
+Greta S Bo That is so freaking sad and unfair. I'm sad for your loss. May she rest in peace.
Let her beautiful memory be a bridge over troubled water for the rest of your life.
so sorry Greta to read if your terrible loss. I do hope your pain will ease 💝
Thanks so much for your answer. I keep thinking sometimes what could have been, but I have made my peace. She was a wonderful person.
Simon and Garfunkel really touches heart.
When you're weary, feeling small,
When tears are in your eyes
I will dry them all
I'm on your side
Oh when times get rough
And friends just can't be found
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
When you're down and out
When you're on the street
When evening falls so hard
I will comfort you
I'll take your part
Oh when darkness comes
And pain is all around
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Sail on, silver girl
Sail on by
Your time has come to shine
All your dreams are on their way
See how they shine
Oh if you need a friend
I'm sailing right behind
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind.
Man I love these guys, Art is unreal even in this performance years later. Paul is amazing, very talented song writer.
Profound, in this performance’s beauty...and it’s meaning. May they always be there for each other when it counts most.
Hello Lisa
How are you doing today?
Yes may they be old friends on that park bench
Wow, Art Garfunkel was able to perform the ending about the same way he was able to over 2 decades ago back in 1982.
82 was 4 decades ago 😂 I know. Shocking!
Paul wrote a masterpiece and Art made those lyrics soar!! There will never be another duo like them!!
"Sail On Silver Girl," Magical line from a magical song.
Yeah!
Эта гениальная песня дарит надежду тем, кто оказался в трудной жизненной ситуации! Спасибо за этот шедевр!!!
Amen!
Been a fan of the Simon and Garfunkel band since the 70’s,well always stuck to them,what they have done to the music industry is unbelievable,good luck to Paul and Arthur,will always be there to support you
Unbelievable🥰... .. How spectacularly amazing to watch ONLY the music composer/ song writer Paul Simon, had the humility to allow his friend Art ... the only voice who could carry the song 'higher', stepped back and watched his (Paul's) lyrics under (Art's) voice carry the BEST finale to a song maybe EVER!! If ever a standing ovation , I believe maybe in the presence of God will there be anything equal
Art can still hit that top Ab and sustain that top G. What a singer - and what a genius Paul is to write it!
A true gestalt for the ears and emotions! Thank you
GIVE ANYTHING TO Hear Them Both Again Live. God Bless Them Both. Got to see Paul Simon's last concert in Tampa Bay. EPIC
We saw Arty in 2016 and it was one of the best concerts I've ever seen. He's still got that voice.
I love both these guys individually, but their harmony together is the best!
Good performance by two of the best and one of the best songwriters of the rock era bar none
Art's voice was a true gift . I think he could of sang with anyone and sounded awesome!
What a beautiful performance. I love the complete Gershwin prize show. Paul’s music is so great!
@Paul Simon ♪ 🤣🤣
~Oh this was an amazing time when both of them sang together ...simple love it❤ Thank you
This two guys are terribly amazing singers I never get tired of repeatedly playing their songs they are so unbelievable like a voice of an Angel that will goes through ur souls they are wonderful creatures.
@Inezky, how are you doing? Truthfully this song never get old to me even in 2021. How it takes me back in time to beautiful memories it will always be one of my greatest masterpiece of all time
As much as I love Paul, he should realise that his genius is recognised in Art's voice on this song
i think Pauls voice makes us realise how spectacular Art is ... just sayin
Uh I think he does realize that, which is why he had Artie sing it?
He ruined this live performance of the song. Art has the phenomenal angelic voice.
@Jim Brown The only thing that matters is what makes the crowd vibrate. Listen to the cheers when Art enters. This is another case of a genius songwriter who actually needed more his singer than he'd like to admit. Oh yeah sure, he still would have made tons of success and money. Like for example Sting in his solo carreer. Tons of money and success yeah sure, if that's your parameter. But for some strange reason, if Summers is not playing the guitar in message in a bottle, it just does nothing for me. Like here, the little gospel style that Simon tried in order to own his own song just desn't work.
tony banks Tony... the creator has the creed to do what he wants.. I would say Art tries to show he is the song...without Paul... Art who!
Wow! Love them, especially Paul ❤. He is multitalented!
This version starts in a lower key, and in the piano solo in the middle, it switches back to the original key. Masterful chord work.
To Me It DOES’NT MATTER WHO TRIES TO SING THIS BEAUTIFUL SONG ART GARFUNKEL IS THE ONLY ONE THAT CAN DO THIS THE BEST AND EVEN THOUGH PAUL SIMON WROTE IT ART GARFUNKEL OWNS IT PERIOD !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Choosing who is better is patently absurd.They split up because at one point each one of them wanted to be better than the other, they became pointlessly competitive and now people are still ridiculously putting them in comparison. They were an amazing duo, one of the best ones I would say, and they complemented each other perfectly. Just imagine how many more "Bridge(s) Over Troubled Water" there would be now to delight our ears with, hadn't they split up...:( Love them both, they're both wonderful artists, I wish they still performed together
A powerful song. The whole world should start their day by listening to this tune.
This song reminds me of my dad's struggle with ill health for many years ,my family played Johhny Cash's version of this song in 2012 even now it still puts a lump in my throat after all these years!
such beautiful voices that compliment each other… legends!
On voit vraiment que Simon ne veut plus voir Garfunkel. Il fuit son regard. On sent une profondeur blessure chez Simon qui est impossible à réparer c'est triste pour lui. D ailleurs il remercie le public pour lui seul. Pauvre vraiment quel talent gâché. Simon a une voix bien meilleure à ce moment de sa vie et il a choisi sa version qui est superbe. Merci Simon
VERY MOVING LISTENING TO THESE TWO WONDERFUL PEOPLE IN THEIR OLD AGE-THEIR ABILITY TO TRANSMIT REAL FEELINGS IN THEIR OLD AGE IS AWESOME!!!!
I never get over how wonderful this song is it's got to be one of the greatest songs ever
Art, with the voice of an angel.
FABULOUS MUSIC-Incredible history.......I could listen to their music all day long.God bless you,Art and Paul. May you have many more years..........It's great for us,too !
One of the most perfect blend of voice...Paul assembled the lyrics that came from his heart .
Art has an amazing voice
This beautiful song sung by these beautiful singers, sound like a hym to the friendship in times when nobody is there for you if you are alone and helpless and hopeless, I love it...!
The whole product of perfecting this masterpiece is the 8th wonder of the world.
From developing the lyrics, music then vocals its a timeless masterpiece .
Thank you Paul and Art.
It's good to see them put their differences aside every once in awhile and allow their talents as a duo to entertain us like they did in their and our past.
Paul is so multitalented. Congratulations on your Grammy nomination for Seven Psalms ❤
At the 1st and now at 67.....life full of possibilities and now full of memories. This is the background music 🎶 of my life
Paul Simon....living legend. Art's voice is from the heavens.
Perfection. For most of us who were blessed with these 2 performers, their total inner souls were put on display with their music. They were both blessed by the hand of God. Yet so sad is their sensitivity to hurt in that they feel so deeply. There will never be another Simon and Garfunkel. So sad for us.
An absolute classic from Si-Man and the G-funk. One of the best songs ever written.
My Dad had this album I took it and played it over and over again with my childhood friend's. Thank you for the comfort and music when. I was younger I needed some help so it's ok not to be perfect.
Both of em are living legends. Enough said.
A song that will live forever. What a great song, "lyrics + voice + music = perfect"
They started in high school, in Forest Hills, a Jewish neighborhood in NYC, as “Tom and Jerry.” I was two years behind them, most amazing to me is how they grew to be so deep and thoughtful and still great to listen to. They were great separately and together.
Beautiful lyrics , beautiful melody , beautiful memories of my youth when summers seemed endless .. bless Simon and Garfunkle. .many thanks from this Anglo / Irish grandma . Art seemed so nervous but no worries . 👑👑👑
nung kabataan ko at kasama ko yung mga barkada ko favorite namin ang lahat ng kanta ng Simon and Garfunkel.. maiiyak ka sa sound of silence,the boxer, bridge over troubled water at bright eyes..🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
For all the acrimonious stories of these two
They still have reunited quite a few times
it's a shame they can't just enjoy each other and their musical legacy
time keeps on ticking into the future
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