For me this is the best version of the song. Simon says he doesn’t play it anymore because he feels it’s dated, but with this arrangement it sounds modern.
The master paints his masterpiece again, blindfold, and in all colors. I'm back a month later for this and never imagined the impact this song has had on me and all the music he has spun for the world since I was in my teens with my upcoming tribute to Paul and Arty.
I have my books and poetry to protect me, I am shielded in my armor, to protect me, hiding in my room safe within my womb, I touch no one and no one touches me.. hello corona! My old friend
You say it well bro, as a teen , it scared me,,, social skills are a great challenge to some. In my 70s I still struggle but usually with a bit of dignity.
I've seen Paul in concert twice one in a large Amphitheater one in a quiet setting and I am going to see him in Chicago on his final farewell tour the man is a genius and it's too bad he's retiring but we he's given us so much so God bless him
@@edwardnummelin3569 I wouldn't say it "sucks" but like you, I think it sounds better with someone harmonizing with him. I pictured Art doing that here.
This was my favorite song when I was 13. Looking back, I wonder why no one questioned why a 13 year old would relate so strongly to lyrics that are sung from the point of view of such a damaged character.
I wonder if Paul didn't intentionally change the song's arrangement. Hear me out... Let's say he never listened to his 1960's recording, never heard it on the radio, never played it in concert. He continued to sing it, however, when playing his guitar alone (island mode). Now, 50 years later, after playing it by himself thousands of times, the song has evolved into this. Did the other musicians try to clue him in or did they just play along? Should somebody tell him?
I am not one to speak emotionally, you can tell by my username.. But when he says 'I am alone', i sort of picture a shadow of a passed away art garfunkel behind him
That song sounds FABULOUS with that electric guitar coming in Stronger...
For me this is the best version of the song. Simon says he doesn’t play it anymore because he feels it’s dated, but with this arrangement it sounds modern.
The master paints his masterpiece again, blindfold, and in all colors. I'm back a month later for this and never imagined the impact this song has had on me and all the music he has spun for the world since I was in my teens with my upcoming tribute to Paul and Arty.
The best. I will say it again.
I AM A ROCK! I AM AN ISLAND!! Rocks feel no pain and an island never cries. 😢
I have my books and poetry to protect me, I am shielded in my armor, to protect me, hiding in my room safe within my womb, I touch no one and no one touches me.. hello corona! My old friend
If only it were true )-:
A great description of being in a very lonely place. So deliciously true but always a hopefully passing experience. Thank you Paul for sharing . ❤🙏❤
I guess I am Crazy After All These Years. Can't get this great performance, performer, song out of my mind. Thanks so much for posting.
The genius of a Paul Simon! Making a negative song, beautiful and inspiring! Weird...!
You say it well bro, as a teen , it scared me,,, social skills are a great challenge to some. In my 70s I still struggle but usually with a bit of dignity.
I've seen Paul in concert twice one in a large Amphitheater one in a quiet setting and I am going to see him in Chicago on his final farewell tour the man is a genius and it's too bad he's retiring but we he's given us so much so God bless him
Oozing unlimited talent.It is such a privilege to hear an artist like Paul Simon. He is a gift to this world. He is to be honoured....
Just brilliant, Paul
I love Paul Simon❤❤❤❤
Nice one Paul Simon..
Paul Simon, thank you very much! I don't know how many times this song has saved me. Appreciation from Japan.
How does he do it? Over and over, he takes a song that's 30, 40 years old (and more) and makes it new. I just adore this guy, what can I say?
elizabeth b He's got a natural high pitches voice, which works perfect for him because he can reach high notes without much effort.
pure undiluted Class is his talent. long may he live.
And with out Garfunk this sucks !
It's pure talent, the extra cicle on "i am an island" gives more power to an already powerful and poetic song
@@edwardnummelin3569 I wouldn't say it "sucks" but like you, I think it sounds better with someone harmonizing with him. I pictured Art doing that here.
who thought at 15 would be my anthem..now 67 returned to it...
So true,
So sad
This was my favorite song when I was 13. Looking back, I wonder why no one questioned why a 13 year old would relate so strongly to lyrics that are sung from the point of view of such a damaged character.
My all-time favorite song. Vot me through a lot of pain in my life... im 62😎
This is the most country-sounding Paul Simon has ever been. Fantastic!
Paul Simon! Says it all !
I am a Rock too. But like all men, I am no island! Bless you.
A genius and a legend.
These two are the best... I walk through shops here in Ca... and hear their music all the time... it never gets old...
AngelsNeverDie = Music like this... I am RocknRoll, Simon and Art, we Salute You
God bless you Paul. Thank you so much for your life of music.
The best duet singer of all time as one voice duet
Thank you so much for this video! Probably my favorite versions of this song!
inspiration song
My classmate did good. One of the best ever.
You went to school with him? What was he like and did you know Garfunkel too? Sorry for all the questions just curious 😊
Vous êtes un rock ! ❤❤❤
Quanta maestria em cantar essa música!!! 👏🏼👏🏼💯❤️😍❤️💃🏻✨💎🕺🏻
Con C
"I've built walls
A fortress deep and mighty
That none may penetrate" ... my favourite verse ... see how you have to protect your borders!!!
Hermosa version! Great!!!!
Super, j'adore !
Wow, i love this version
Gracias Luís André ❤
Amazing
Love it it's great.
Amo ! I'm a rock.
Great!
hell of a song.....
I can relate to this
Still my favorite vido
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I have my books and my poetry to protect me. LOVELY INDEED!
Lovely👌
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For Matt Cord Philadelphia King of the Air ways WMGK 102.9 thanks brother 💜👑
I have my books..
An island is something or someone who is completely isolated..
Awesome song but this version deters me from wanting to see him live anytime soon...
I wonder if Paul didn't intentionally change the song's arrangement. Hear me out...
Let's say he never listened to his 1960's recording, never heard it on the radio, never played it in concert. He continued to sing it, however, when playing his guitar alone (island mode). Now, 50 years later, after playing it by himself thousands of times, the song has evolved into this.
Did the other musicians try to clue him in or did they just play along? Should somebody tell him?
I can remember the original and this version seems "jazzed up" to me.
I am not one to speak emotionally, you can tell by my username.. But when he says 'I am alone', i sort of picture a shadow of a passed away art garfunkel behind him
AnalTumor That’s a super emotional image. It would be even more emotional if Art Garfunkel was actually dead. But still, what an image!
That is a very emotional username.
That's deep.
Cool name 📛
Different but not better.
Me, after someone insulted my favourite fictional characters....
Not a patch on the original with Art.
What, did they run out of time. Why didn't he miss a verse? To me a very imported one too.
one direction
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laurie hamilton i thought the same thing :/
Which one?
Second verse.... love this version with the instrumental replacing 2nd verse..
アイ・アム OKUMURA ROCK.😅
Not the same without Art .
I so agree! Whenever Paul does a S&G song, I always picture Art standing beside him. Those songs need Art's harmony.
It seremos yo me Horrible nothing yo do with his original versión ..too los the ley just the lyrics remain
I orefer the version with Garfunckel singing along.
No shit
Agree with you dont like It ay allá he use yo chance every Sing he made on live performaces and its awfull dont like yo ser him singing live
I don't like this versión too emotional, epic and american.
Awful. Not a patch on the original version. Change for change's sake.
Mike bro be quiet dude if you don’t like it then leave
In your opinion only.. much better WITHOUT Art in mine.
Very good performance.instead. This original sound and guitar arrangement seems to give strength and sense of desperation.