Paul is an excellent guitarist, fingerpicking style, effortless and beautiful. Very underrated guitarist in my opinion, you don't often hear of people mentioning his guitar technique.
What people don't realize is that he had tremendous amount of classical influence in his playing and writing. Bach, etc. and that elevated the quality of his songs and guitar work above his contemporaries
I heard him in an interview recently. He only likes performing songs that move him emotionally. The fact that he chose this song out of his entire catalog says a lot about what it means to him.
You've got that right, John Williams. There is nothing like the pure, organic sound and feeling of a live performance, whether it be singing, acting, dance or any other art form. I was delighted to see Paul Simon perform live several times; he is pure is dynamite, best when its just him and his six string in the spotlight.
He's not just a legendary singer/songwriter but also a brilliant acoustic guitarist. He doesn't need to rely on fake electronic bullshit to get a song across.
@@EvaluateAssimilate Beautifully put. Simon -- with Garfunkel -- were great poets of the 60s, producing gorgeous music that was more about alienation and regret than rebellion -- but above all, incredible beauty. I mean, Jesus, "Scarborough Fair".
Totally agree. Seeing him quiet and old but strong of voice makes the resonances more profound. It's like he wrote this aged 20 something for this age and these troubled times.
There's a vid in this stack >> of him singing this song 42 years earlier in 1975 on a show. 63 now, I grew up with his music. There is something so poignant to me about hearing both, and the mind that hatched those lyrics and that melody and mood so long ago savoring it so many times since and still today. He's a brilliant guitarist, writer and singer. The crispness of his voice in the early vid is so impressive, but the quaver in his voice in this one is deeply touching in a different way. A song so relevant at both ages.
I remember that it had been stolen a few times. Simon had pleaded for it's return at a concert. Some college students got together and purchased a replacement with secure fittings. Pretty sure that the one that is there currently is that one.
Paul Simon is the best poet/songwriter of all times. As long as humans are sentient beings, even hundreds of years in the future, they will still be moved by his songs.
Sadly, I am not sure your forecast will come true. I hope you are correct. I am, however, so glad to be born of a time that did appreciate this sentiment.
1965 till today he takes his place of genius where music flows thru to human nature as milk to a new born .An honor to be in his era that added comfort to countless millions a joy to the world !!! THANK YOU PAUL
I was fortunate to have actually met Paul years ago in a one on one, business setting. Being in the presence of a music icon, it was all I could do to keep my composure. He is a gentleman as well as a legend. I will cherish this memory.
Isn't it amazing, he spent his time writing a song whilst waiting for a train and it's still playing 50 years later? Today ppl spend time waiting with staring at the phone 😊
Yeah! But they are not artists. Artists today still draw sketches, write lines or spend their time observing and meditating from what's happening around them. That what's make them the sensible and creative part of the world !
@@FranzRobertWILD Exactly. People have to understand people like Simon, Dylan, whoever else. They aren't common, normal people. They are fanatical about their art. So, there were thousands of dolts sitting all around Paul Simon. Probably consumed with their Newspapers.
I agree but one thing that crossed my mind when reading your comment and listening to the lyrics is that these days young people would be glued to their phone on Tinder at the railway station, not "cigarettes and magazines" thinking of their girl back home. So the song is timeless in its quality but unfortunately the time it depicts is long gone.
Stunning performance from Paul , it’s a great song , His voice although not as strong as it was has developed a frailty that suits this and most of his songs perfectly , There’s a longing and loneliness in this song , That intro / outro is beautiful and Paul’s lyrics are always on point , a brilliant songwriter, Watch the people watching him , That’s awe , Also just noticed Paul’s long fingernails which he uses as picks , Genius at work here , No auto tune here folks , One man , his song about missing his girlfriend and that beautiful Martin guitar . Age has not withered his genius
@@mikewoods7167 Now who is being ridiculous...someone who is expressing his point of you kindly and discreetly or you who can so easily offend people ?
One of the most beautiful and gut wrenching honest songs Paul Simon or anyone else has ever written. Look at the faces of the people sitting around him. Totally captivated one and all..
For reasons I don't care to get into, I can never go home again. This beautiful, poignant song breaks my heart every time. Thank you, Paul. You are a treasure.
@@christopherguimaraes2300 - yes I have. I have a lovely home in a new city. My childhood home, though, is gone. It was nothing great, but it was where I grew up. It was razed about 40 years ago for a new development. I am certainly safe and happy now though. Thanks for asking.
Love Skavlan! What a great interviewer! And, Mr. Simon, thank you for sharing yourself with us…and bringing to awareness what a great benefit of wisdom and heart that Artists of the world could contribute to world leaders/politics… if only they would ask and listen. 🙏🏽
The intimacy creates an emotional depth that is not possible otherwise. I have heard this so many times but this is the first time I have been moved to tears. (i'm old)
Thank you for your beautiful music that was and still is a very important part of my life. I remember you as guest on Saturday Night live back in the 70s doing a skit role as Billy Jack. You are a treasure in my heart Mr. Paul Simon, thank you.
this is probably the best interview of paul simon i have seen in years. the guy is the real deal when he notice the audience its in fact serious enough and concerned about his job.
Sensational Saw Mr Simon live in Adeaide 1995... After race concert. It had rained all day ... the race was stopped half distance. WE all stayed for hours waiting for the concert not knowing if it would be cancelled due to the weather. The rain cleared and it went on... Paul Simon was sensational... the best concert I've ever attended and I've seen The Boss, U2, INXS, Phil Collins
Great entanterer thanks alot Paul for your time and music so good to hear from him bless you great time in life goes on lucky enough we have music like this music injoy life
He's in B flat, just like the original. So his voice is as high as when he was young! Between one of the verses and the following chorus, he adds something not on the original guitar work, which he uses in other songs (basically), like Kathy's song. It's three beautiful guitar chords, with no vocal, that I won't describe here (so as not to bore you). Amazing song, amazing songwriter, beautiful!!!!!
Obviously you can sing a song as the same level and with the same voice if you create it with all your love... so deeply... I used to sing this song so many times Wonderful
I love Paul Simon and I've watched a lot of his early material such as his appearance on Dick Cavett, live musical appearances, etc and am just still constantly amazed, pleased and euphoric to hear his voice along with his beautifully written songs. It's sad to me to hear his voice age and the songs take on a different sound. A few years ago, I discovered a tribute to him of sorts from a Swedish band I think they were called "First Aid Kit" where they sung his song "America" which quickly led me to his accrual recording. I have to tell you that .. the song was such a profound experience for me, I got the sense of love, of journey, throwing caution to the wind with what must have been an adventure into the unknown never knowing where you might land. It brought out all these scary but exciting emotions for me. I then realized that Cathy was a real person and the song took on a sad overtone as this love they had was long ago lost. I can only imagine he thinks of her time to time.
The Kathy that this song is about is Kathleen Chitty, an English girl that Simon met on his first visit to the UK. She's also the Kathy who appears in 'Kathy's Song' and 'America'. She is the girl on the cover of the 1965 album, 'The Paul Simon Songbook'.
One of my absolute favourites. I saw Paul on stage in Stockholm in 2018 - I'd planned my 5-week trip around Europe, then got an email saying he was performing across northern Europe. Bang! All plans out the window, Stockholm went onto the itinerary, and I saw him perform for the second time in my life. First time was a few years earlier in Australia, when he performed just a couple of miles down the road from my house, I couldn't miss that one :-)
Paul Simon is basically just a regular guy who happens to be one of the best songwriters of all time.
Yep. Like Dylan ... and many.
Macca and Lennon were like this too.
The best of all time yet with great humility!
Bob dylan join the conversation
No artifice whatsoever in his speaking
Paul is an excellent guitarist, fingerpicking style, effortless and beautiful. Very underrated guitarist in my opinion, you don't often hear of people mentioning his guitar technique.
What people don't realize is that he had tremendous amount of classical influence in his playing and writing. Bach, etc. and that elevated the quality of his songs and guitar work above his contemporaries
actually, he is very, very well known to be a fantastic guitarist, imho....
I remember a John Denver interview in the 80’s, in which he singled out Paul Simon as the guitarist he envied . High praise indeed.
I think it's because he really supports the song with what it needs and seems so simple and effortless. But I agree, he's definitely up there.
Not underrated. Everyone knows he is a great guitar player.
Amazing, Paul has performed this song probably a million times but still manages to play it with a passion, and studio quality
I heard him in an interview recently. He only likes performing songs that move him emotionally. The fact that he chose this song out of his entire catalog says a lot about what it means to him.
His voice is still beautiful. Truly an artist for generations.
Listening to Paul talk (and sing) never gets old. He has such a calm presence. A very comforting personality.
Going to see him live at the Royal Albert Hall in November! I'm only 17 but definitely a huge Paul Simon fan. Can't wait.
Good taste, young one! Have fun and enjoy.
14 years old!!!
You're were raised right!!! Kudos to your parents!
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Great art and artists stand the test of time.
Is there anything better than a true artist performing/reliving one of his masterpieces???
I think not.
Props to the man for having the balls to play live...solo..and acoustic... Sick of all the lip syncers
At that times here was two guys alone with acoustic guitars and they filled stadiums.
Balls have nothing to do with playing live. All it takes is confidence. Women have it, too.
Paul Simon is an artist, that why! :)
You've got that right, John Williams. There is nothing like the pure, organic sound and feeling of a live performance, whether it be singing, acting, dance or any other art form. I was delighted to see Paul Simon perform live several times; he is pure is dynamite, best when its just him and his six string in the spotlight.
He's not just a legendary singer/songwriter but also a brilliant acoustic guitarist. He doesn't need to rely on fake electronic bullshit to get a song across.
No one in the group dares to breathe. This is how deep admiration and respect and love for Simon are.
I am so glad you noticed that too.
...excellent point. Yes. Breathless, all.
Paul Simon brings such authenticity to his music. It brings tears to my eyes.
... yeah. He’s the real deal.
This really hit me hard. Homeward bound takes on a whole new meaning as he and we age.
Namaste.
Musicians are journalists of reality just to be interpreted a different way than, say, a book, a painting or a newspaper.
@@EvaluateAssimilate Beautifully put. Simon -- with Garfunkel -- were great poets of the 60s, producing gorgeous music that was more about alienation and regret than rebellion -- but above all, incredible beauty. I mean, Jesus, "Scarborough Fair".
@@paulmartos7730 Agree except Garfunkel's sole contribution was his voice
Totally agree. Seeing him quiet and old but strong of voice makes the resonances more profound. It's like he wrote this aged 20 something for this age and these troubled times.
The song has aged as gracefully as Paul
Yes but can't believe the guitar was so out of tune.
You can't name genius songwriters without naming Paul Simon.
Holy smoke, imagine a living legend sing right in front of you.
This becomes a very personal and meaningful song when it is played and sung by Paul Simon. A beautiful rendition.
unplugged and still stunning singing. The others on stage silently in awe as I am. Paul is a great songwriter and live performer.
There's a vid in this stack >> of him singing this song 42 years earlier in 1975 on a show. 63 now, I grew up with his music. There is something so poignant to me about hearing both, and the mind that hatched those lyrics and that melody and mood so long ago savoring it so many times since and still today. He's a brilliant guitarist, writer and singer. The crispness of his voice in the early vid is so impressive, but the quaver in his voice in this one is deeply touching in a different way. A song so relevant at both ages.
Absolutely so well said
Watching him do this at this age, my whole life flashed before my eyes and I did feel homesick
It was written in Widnes station and there's a plaque on the station wall commemorating this.
Widnes, inspiring musicians to write about being anywhere else since 1966.
I remember that it had been stolen a few times. Simon had pleaded for it's return at a concert. Some college students got together and purchased a replacement with secure fittings. Pretty sure that the one that is there currently is that one.
THAT is interesting. Do you know of a site where I can see that? Paul Simon is one of the great contributors towards great music.
Warrington he said. not far off.
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Paul Simon is the best poet/songwriter of all times. As long as humans are sentient beings, even hundreds of years in the future, they will still be moved by his songs.
Sadly, I am not sure your forecast will come true. I hope you are correct. I am, however, so glad to be born of a time that did appreciate this sentiment.
He sings and plays with raw emotion, as if he is the embodiment of the meaning of the song.
Props to those in attendance for keeping it together.
I wept like a baby.
Genius? Treasure? Once in a generation artist? All of the above. Thanks for it all Paul. Namaste
What do you mean when you write "Once in a generation artist"?
aggreed
1965 till today he takes his place of genius where music flows thru to human nature as milk to a new born .An honor to be in his era that added comfort to countless millions a joy to the world !!! THANK YOU PAUL
I was fortunate to have actually met Paul years ago in a one on one, business setting. Being in the presence of a music icon, it was all I could do to keep my composure. He is a gentleman as well as a legend. I will cherish this memory.
a song he's sung a thousand times, re-arranged once again. great job.
Isn't it amazing, he spent his time writing a song whilst waiting for a train and it's still playing 50 years later? Today ppl spend time waiting with staring at the phone 😊
Yeah! But they are not artists. Artists today still draw sketches, write lines or spend their time observing and meditating from what's happening around them. That what's make them the sensible and creative part of the world !
So true Sophia. Love that comment. :)
Almost 60
@@FranzRobertWILD Exactly. People have to understand people like Simon, Dylan, whoever else. They aren't common, normal people. They are fanatical about their art. So, there were thousands of dolts sitting all around Paul Simon. Probably consumed with their Newspapers.
Most people in the north of england can wait for upto 50 years for their trains to arrive
Still brilliant, still relevant, still timeless, still awesome... after all these years
I agree but one thing that crossed my mind when reading your comment and listening to the lyrics is that these days young people would be glued to their phone on Tinder at the railway station, not "cigarettes and magazines" thinking of their girl back home. So the song is timeless in its quality but unfortunately the time it depicts is long gone.
Stunning performance from Paul , it’s a great song , His voice although not as strong as it was has developed a frailty that suits this and most of his songs perfectly , There’s a longing and loneliness in this song , That intro / outro is beautiful and Paul’s lyrics are always on point , a brilliant songwriter, Watch the people watching him , That’s awe , Also just noticed Paul’s long fingernails which he uses as picks , Genius at work here , No auto tune here folks , One man , his song about missing his girlfriend and that beautiful Martin guitar . Age has not withered his genius
One of the most emocional and deep songs of all time! A rare masterpiece! Master Paul.
Paul Simon is the golden bar against which every other guitarist or songwriter must be compared.
@@mikewoods7167 Now who is being ridiculous...someone who is expressing his point of you kindly and discreetly or you who can so easily offend people ?
@@mikewoods7167 talkin shit mike.
@@mikewoods7167 I've changed it to songwriter man.
I was blessed to meet Paul Simon and spend some time with him when he flew into Manchester UK , he was a true gent !
no. one. cares.
@@ebsenraptzski9522 I do care
One of the most beautiful and gut wrenching honest songs Paul Simon or anyone else has ever written. Look at the faces of the people sitting around him. Totally captivated one and all..
I love this man
Paul your music is timeless and beautiful
For reasons I don't care to get into, I can never go home again. This beautiful, poignant song breaks my heart every time. Thank you, Paul. You are a treasure.
You and Thomas Wolf
fuck YOU
I hope you've made a new home in this meantime.
@@christopherguimaraes2300 - yes I have. I have a lovely home in a new city. My childhood home, though, is gone. It was nothing great, but it was where I grew up. It was razed about 40 years ago for a new development. I am certainly safe and happy now though. Thanks for asking.
@@knarf_on_a_bike that's very good to know. Best of luck to you
One of the best versions of one of the greatest songs about the illusion of joy , with fame on the road again. Thanks Paul. Bravo.
Such a deep melodic song, that is simple yet beautifully , poetically , speaks of the soul's longing. Paul Simon, one of the greats...
"Home. Where my love lies waiting silently for me." Just wonderful that's all!
Paul's music is wonderful. He was one of my idols long time ago. He's still now. Can't stop listening to his songs. I'm addicted I admit it.
That's just about as good as it gets. Thank you Paul.
Nothing short of stunning - So cool, so calm, such a beautiful rendition !!
fantastic.51 years ago i first heard that song.fan ever since.
A beautiful man, playing his beautiful song on his beautiful Martin.
...playing it beautifully as well.
his guitar skills though... every time he plays one of his own songs it gets better
The way that should sound.
Love Skavlan! What a great interviewer! And, Mr. Simon, thank you for sharing yourself with us…and bringing to awareness what a great benefit of wisdom and heart that Artists of the world could contribute to world leaders/politics… if only they would ask and listen. 🙏🏽
The way music is supposed to be. A classic from a legend.
Paul is certainly one of the remaining GREATS, absolutely timeless!
The intimacy creates an emotional depth that is not possible otherwise. I have heard this so many times but this is the first time I have been moved to tears. (i'm old)
Exactly.... So many songs take on new meanings the further down the river of life we get.
...those people just sat there, in true awe. Mouths agape
The presenter was so overwhelmed by that performance, afterwards he started gibbering in a alien language!
@joe jitsu grammar nazi!
norwiegian is not alien, you jagoff
ebsen raptzski seems they don’t have a sense of humour either
ebsen raptzski It was a joke, clearly. And a good one :)
@@moscowguitarman thanks lol
What a treasure that man is - a gift from God.
Thank you for your beautiful music that was and still is a very important part of my life. I remember you as guest on Saturday Night live back in the 70s doing a skit role as Billy Jack. You are a treasure in my heart Mr. Paul Simon, thank you.
That was a spiritual experience. Thank you.
One of the greatest songwriters of the 20th century
the Greatest
I really loved this......this man is special....always has been. Thanks for posting
So much more beautiful in this time ❤ really heart rendering, Paul❤
What a guy to give a good interview and back it up to the new generation sealed with a Homeward Bound homerun of a song!!!!!
Thank you Paul for enriching my youth with your songs
Brings chills to me and tears for the beauty of this number
Absolutely a great man and a great freind. Still entertaining piles of people. Great Job my Freind.
Beautiful piece of music
I just hopped over here after seeing a clip of him playing this in 1975. And now I have chills. It's slower...it's gravelly...it feels different.
Funny personality, Skavlan. Giving room for people, friendly without pleasing to much. No wonder he is so popular.
I'm not crying. YOU'RE CRYING.
How is possible someone gives dislike for Paul Simon. Simon and Garfunkel , my favorite Band since my 6 years old in Brazil
A warm version of an old favorite that certainly takes one home. Straight from the head to the heart... Thanks Señor Simon - Juano Lippi
Just beautiful and moving. I felt spellbound and breathless and in total awe
Thank you! I love listening to Paul re-interpreting his own work. Sound of Silence is amazing.
Simply astonishing! Paul Simons voice is like a fine wine, it just gets better with time!
You should go see a doctor. His voice was clearly better, had a wider range and more power when he was young.
Lol, no shit sherlock....
Nah
Not bad for 75, very nice :)
Voice held up better than his counterpart's.
He wrote it at Widnes Train Station. The commemorative plaques keep getting stolen
This guy is a genius with words.
Tears - such a touching performance from this sensitive poetic man.
Me too. Touches the soul.
As someone who is from Warrington, knowing he wrote Homeward Bound in the train station I go to almost every day is honestly amazing
Absolute legend...........Thanks Mr Simon....
So sweet. What a masterpiece from the best there is, in my opinion.
I actually lived in the station masters house, it was the train station in town called Widnes
this is probably the best interview of paul simon i have seen in years. the guy is the real deal when he notice the audience its in fact serious enough and concerned about his job.
That Skavlan interview recollection of people asking him "-What's wrong ?" I used to hear that.
I never get tired of hearing any Simon and Garfunkel songs, well done Paul.
Imagine if we still had John and George and someone could induce them to pick up a guitar on a talk show.
....wow. Yeah. Imagine
Amazing singer songwriter a big fav of mine I miss the U K where I’m from so much thank you for all your beautiful songs 🦋
Absolutely timeless. Love his version w/ George from SNL. Also, watch his version of Surfer Girl from the Brian Wilson tribute, it is moving!
My oh my what a beautiful guitar , and paul is awesome as always
He captures the breath of everyone. Amazing !!
To have lived during the same era as Paul Simon is such a gift
It literally makes my heart explode with emotion. Good music is like a magic potion. ❤
Many thanks for that broadcast. wonderful people in awe.
Wonderful. Such a talent and so many memories...
Sensational
Saw Mr Simon live in Adeaide 1995... After race concert. It had rained all day ... the race was stopped half distance. WE all stayed for hours waiting for the concert not knowing if it would be cancelled due to the weather. The rain cleared and it went on... Paul Simon was sensational... the best concert I've ever attended and I've seen The Boss, U2, INXS, Phil Collins
This is just pure class❗️👍🍷
What a fantastic song and guitar arrangement!
Great entanterer thanks alot Paul for your time and music so good to hear from him bless you great time in life goes on lucky enough we have music like this music injoy life
Touching. I have tears in my eyes.
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so sad to know I wont get to see them live now. An amazing talent, legend and a seemingly kind, peaceable, thoughtful man. xxx
Love this song. Never gets old. Brilliant! Poetic and musical.
He's in B flat, just like the original. So his voice is as high as when he was young! Between one of the verses and the following chorus, he adds something not on the original guitar work, which he uses in other songs (basically), like Kathy's song. It's three beautiful guitar chords, with no vocal, that I won't describe here (so as not to bore you). Amazing song, amazing songwriter, beautiful!!!!!
You have a good ear. I know the precise moment and guitar lick you're talking about.
At what point in the video does he do this? I don’t know the song well enough but I’m intrigued as a guitar player and studying his songs
KMusic Stefan White 3:00 maybe?
Exactly Math....
Yes, a C chord moved up two frets. Also in Kathy's Song.
Just beautiful !
Obviously you can sing a song as the same level and with the same voice if you create it with all your love... so deeply...
I used to sing this song so many times
Wonderful
I love Paul Simon and I've watched a lot of his early material such as his appearance on Dick Cavett, live musical appearances, etc and am just still constantly amazed, pleased and euphoric to hear his voice along with his beautifully written songs. It's sad to me to hear his voice age and the songs take on a different sound. A few years ago, I discovered a tribute to him of sorts from a Swedish band I think they were called "First Aid Kit" where they sung his song "America" which quickly led me to his accrual recording. I have to tell you that .. the song was such a profound experience for me, I got the sense of love, of journey, throwing caution to the wind with what must have been an adventure into the unknown never knowing where you might land. It brought out all these scary but exciting emotions for me. I then realized that Cathy was a real person and the song took on a sad overtone as this love they had was long ago lost. I can only imagine he thinks of her time to time.
The Kathy that this song is about is Kathleen Chitty, an English girl that Simon met on his first visit to the UK. She's also the Kathy who appears in 'Kathy's Song' and 'America'. She is the girl on the cover of the 1965 album, 'The Paul Simon Songbook'.
One of my absolute favourites. I saw Paul on stage in Stockholm in 2018 - I'd planned my 5-week trip around Europe, then got an email saying he was performing across northern Europe. Bang! All plans out the window, Stockholm went onto the itinerary, and I saw him perform for the second time in my life. First time was a few years earlier in Australia, when he performed just a couple of miles down the road from my house, I couldn't miss that one :-)
Simple... and beautiful. Thanks Paul.