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Paul Simon composed this folk rock ballad, which was recorded by the duo Simon & Garfunkel for their fifth and final studio album, Bridge over Troubled Water. It was initially released as a single in early 1969, approximately ten months before appearing on the album in 1970. The track is notable for its distinctive vocal refrain and heavily echoed percussion elements.
Lyrics ↗What the lyrics are about
The song explores poverty and loneliness through both first-person and third-person narrative perspectives centered on a boxer character. The lyrics draw from Simon's personal experiences and biblical influences, written during a period when he felt subjected to unfair criticism.
| Producer | Paul Simon, Art Garfunkel, Roy Halee |
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