Simon & Garfunkel - Bridge over Troubled Water (from The Concert in Central Park)

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  • "Bridge over Troubled Water" by Simon & Garfunkel from The Concert in Central Park
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    Chorus:
    Like a bridge over troubled water
    I will lay me down
    Like a bridge over troubled water
    I will lay me down
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Комментарии • 9 тыс.

  • @TristanandIsolt
    @TristanandIsolt 6 лет назад +7093

    He just stands there hands in his pockets and absolutely delivers one of the greatest vocals in the history of music.

    • @lindastonaker3013
      @lindastonaker3013 5 лет назад +174

      TristanandIsolt I totally agree with you! It doesn’t get any better than this guy.
      ,

    • @TristanandIsolt
      @TristanandIsolt 5 лет назад +94

      thanks. I finally get a reply.

    • @lindastonaker3013
      @lindastonaker3013 5 лет назад +70

      TristanandIsolt You’re so welcome, and so spot on! You deserve a positive comment!

    • @lindastonaker3013
      @lindastonaker3013 5 лет назад +120

      TristanandIsolt Nobody else on the planet sings this song or any other better than Artie! ❤️ ❤️

    • @bar0nv0nstrubel57
      @bar0nv0nstrubel57 5 лет назад +196

      He honestly looks like one of the dorkiest, goofiest, dudes on Earth just standing there belting it out with his hands in his pockets. And yet he delivers it absolutely PERFECTLY. It's pretty impressive to say the least.

  • @RobertDinTulsa
    @RobertDinTulsa 6 лет назад +6983

    Art Garfunkel...
    One of the most under-rated (BADASS) singers of all time. Just listen to that voice.
    Give a THUMBS UP if you agree.

  • @trovey02
    @trovey02 2 года назад +911

    No dancers, no show, no fancy clothing...just a microphone and a singer, I love it, wished I would have seen them live.

    • @patagualianmostly7437
      @patagualianmostly7437 Год назад +12

      By "No fancy clothing" mention......
      I presume you allude to the "Mutton Dressed As Lamb" performers we are are bombarded with today?

    • @kittekitts
      @kittekitts Год назад +5

      So true!

    • @brigitteschonfeld2557
      @brigitteschonfeld2557 Год назад +3

      I love this song

    • @AsadAli-jc5tg
      @AsadAli-jc5tg Год назад +1

      I think it would've been fun if they had thrown in two lady dancers and musically gone full metallic, full volume. Just my bit.

    • @mrmockatoo6786
      @mrmockatoo6786 Год назад +10

      And an outstanding gospel style piano.

  • @douglasroyce5631
    @douglasroyce5631 Год назад +88

    Folks , you are watching one of the most talented vocalists to ever step on stage . Just my opinion.

    • @TonyWeaving
      @TonyWeaving Месяц назад +2

      A very good opinion too my friend. Tony in Portsmouth England

    • @leelee2350
      @leelee2350 28 дней назад

      Tell me what your opinion is of john Farnham's version. ruclips.net/video/Z7scTuXSYT4/видео.html&ab_channel=GraehamGoble

  • @ClassicRock-gx8hd
    @ClassicRock-gx8hd 4 года назад +1824

    One of the most beautiful songs that ever existed. Ever.

    • @tonicursio
      @tonicursio 4 года назад +25

      Agree. This song is perfection

    • @jrdier3015
      @jrdier3015 4 года назад +11

      tonicursio and ClassicRock4007. true indeed coz it was sang by Art Garfunkel!

    • @balancedactguy
      @balancedactguy 4 года назад +23

      A song so beautiful that you can listen to it over and over......as long as Art is singing it though!

    • @tuts351
      @tuts351 3 года назад +23

      His voice makes it even better

    • @balancedactguy
      @balancedactguy 3 года назад +14

      @@tuts351Yup! Like this tune was just written for his voice!!

  • @viceroy_raygun
    @viceroy_raygun 3 года назад +1039

    The piano player really earned his paycheck that day, absolutely killer

    • @MrHeadbanger366
      @MrHeadbanger366 3 года назад +80

      The Infamous Richard Tee, as Paul Simon would refer to him. Sadly, he died of cancer in 1993 at the age of 49.

    • @otisroseboro2837
      @otisroseboro2837 3 года назад +7

      Yes i agree

    • @AA-sn9lz
      @AA-sn9lz 3 года назад +2

      @@MrHeadbanger366 why infamous

    • @doodooboy3063
      @doodooboy3063 3 года назад +16

      @@AA-sn9lz infamous can sometimes be used to express admiration

    • @AA-sn9lz
      @AA-sn9lz 3 года назад +7

      @@doodooboy3063 wouldn't infamous mean somebody unpopular? Like famously loathed??

  • @mikefin65
    @mikefin65 2 года назад +23

    An open air venue, no ear monitors, no tech mixers, and maybe one feedback monitor...and just perfection of talent.

  • @chuckyanus3563
    @chuckyanus3563 Год назад +13

    No one can ever sing this song the way Garfunkel did, and do it justice. Don’t even try.

  • @SpreadingDisease
    @SpreadingDisease 3 года назад +1350

    My father died 3 days ago. He loved this song. I’m drowning in the black abyss of pain and grief but I play this song to really take it in and cry. I can’t stay in denial. I must feel. This song provides me comfort. I love you dad.

    • @georgianawhite412
      @georgianawhite412 3 года назад +34

      I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in the loving memories and joys of the years you shared with your father. You are in my prayers.

    • @deirdrehalstead6963
      @deirdrehalstead6963 3 года назад +22

      Bless you, my heart goes out to you. As time passes you will find that your father will be with you forever, in in your heart, mind, thoughts and all you do. I’m thinking of you and sending you my love and support.

    • @mandys8782
      @mandys8782 3 года назад +22

      I'm here because of the same, except it was my mom and she passed 5 years ago. This song bring me comfort now.

    • @ady8097
      @ady8097 3 года назад +13

      I am sorry for your loss.

    • @cut--
      @cut-- 3 года назад +39

      My dad died in october , last fall 2020 from covid and my mom died from grief and a stroke a few months ago.. my brother died in 2004 .. I have no one left.. but Jesus.

  • @morrisjvan
    @morrisjvan 4 года назад +1288

    If Art did nothing else , this vocal alone justifies his existence.

    • @MrSeansnow
      @MrSeansnow 4 года назад +31

      He wasn't a musician ,he wasn't a writer but he was an amazing singer.

    • @iR3vil4te
      @iR3vil4te 4 года назад +61

      Sean Snow of course he was a musician. One of the finest of the last century. The term musician does not belong to those who consider themselves instrumentalists. The fact he was one half of the finest music making duos in the history of modern memory in itself justifies his position as an outstanding musician let along a ‘musician’.

    • @ihavefallenandicantreachmy2113
      @ihavefallenandicantreachmy2113 4 года назад +14

      @@MrSeansnow "wasn't a Musician" He is, still, alive, you know. Good Grief. Besides; how do you know he does not play a Musical Instrument, in his Private Life, not that it matters, because, as mentioned, previously, on "Simon & Simon", Art Garfunkel, IS, a Musician. So, there, Hot Shot Sean Snow.

    • @ladyttoesmcgee5106
      @ladyttoesmcgee5106 4 года назад

      Spot on 🕊️💚

    • @normaverleni7217
      @normaverleni7217 4 года назад +11

      Craig G Thsnk you Craig. You took the words right out of my mouth!! Art is a musician in every sense of the word - not only the greatest singer I have ever heard but a meticulous producer of their records with precision & perfection. He has devoted his life to making his music (and S&G music) the best it can possibly be. Most people don’t realize how much effort Artie has put into the end result of their albums and brought us the beautiful harmonies we love so much. Thank you Artie!! ❤️❤️

  • @jeris33
    @jeris33 Год назад +100

    He just sits there in his hoodie, hands on the keys, and absolutely delivers one of the greatest solo gospel piano accompaniments in the history of music. Richard Tee, we speak your name.

    • @Gas2311
      @Gas2311 4 месяца назад +2

      yeah hes absolutely amazing...

  • @ericleach9854
    @ericleach9854 2 года назад +65

    When a human voice becomes the most beautiful musical instrument.

  • @TheSnakeboy11
    @TheSnakeboy11 4 года назад +1937

    but seriously can we give that pianist an award or something? he's amazing.

    • @milkylicker6963
      @milkylicker6963 4 года назад +39

      Yes absolutely brilliant

    • @aidanschram9652
      @aidanschram9652 4 года назад +72

      Richard Tee, one of my favorites

    • @cj-zn9lg
      @cj-zn9lg 4 года назад +12

      Oh yes yes Amen!

    • @TristanandIsolt
      @TristanandIsolt 4 года назад +25

      The piano player is great, but what an honor just sharing the stage with Garfunkel for this masterpiece.

    • @BeckVMH
      @BeckVMH 4 года назад +24

      Yes, sadly passed away July 1993, age 49, from prostate cancer.

  • @janetricchezza2042
    @janetricchezza2042 2 года назад +1310

    I was at that concert. When he sang this song it was like being in the presence of an angel. The audience was hushed and recognized this was special. Simon and Garfunkel was a sound of its own.

    • @michaelmurrin6439
      @michaelmurrin6439 2 года назад +27

      My sentiments exactly. The voice of an angel

    • @lethiapage4767
      @lethiapage4767 2 года назад +23

      You were there??????? I bet that was really something and I am quite jealous. 😊 Can you tell us about the guy who rushed the stage during the johnny ace song? What was his deal?

    • @patriciaquinn6377
      @patriciaquinn6377 2 года назад +15

      Hi Lethia
      I was at this concert too. I remember when that guy rushed the stage. It was right during the song about John Lennon. I don’t know if anybody know what that was about. But it was weird and you could see that Paul Dimin was a bit weirded out by it but anyway they got him off the stage pretty fast. That’s all I remember not much gel I guess to your question. It was so long ago. But it escalated great concert and I will never forget being there. PEACR

    • @christophersargeant615
      @christophersargeant615 2 года назад +15

      I was at their concert in Wellington, NZ February 1983. a calm summer night. When Art sang this, it was a huge sing-along by the crowd.

    • @traceytracey3756
      @traceytracey3756 2 года назад +9

      I'm jealous.❤

  • @Marco-ux9en
    @Marco-ux9en Месяц назад +27

    And he wasn't happy with his vocal performance this evening.... christ almighty... a performance that will live with me throughout my life and long after. Timeless.

  • @cf99999
    @cf99999 Год назад +71

    Exactly a year ago I gave up. I decided to not live anymore at 22. One of the last songs I heard when I was waiting for my "happy ending" was this song. Happily, I had a bridge that day who saved me. A great great friend who stills being a bridge for me these days. Even if it stills tough sometimes, I am happy to be here and be able to continue listening to this masterpiece. I have a lovely family, lovely friends and I am trying to learn to live again and love life. Art, friends and family save me everyday. I am alive. I am here! I love being here!

    • @laurenferrandez5132
      @laurenferrandez5132 2 месяца назад +4

      I Hope you’re feeling better these days, March 2024. Sending hugs.

    • @emmacook1984
      @emmacook1984 11 дней назад

      I hope you're doing well x I also decided to end everything in 1998 but failed and now I treasure every single day x. .

    • @abaraonyenonye6651
      @abaraonyenonye6651 6 дней назад

      🙏🌹🌹🏋️

    • @Dwitwitty
      @Dwitwitty 19 часов назад

      Amen! 🙏 Life is tough and precious at the same time.

  • @jamessmithe5490
    @jamessmithe5490 6 лет назад +1602

    Can you imagine the pressure of singing such a technically difficult song in front of half a million people? And he does it perfectly.

    • @hugovaughan6808
      @hugovaughan6808 5 лет назад +54

      WELL HE IS A PERFECTIONIST AFTER ALL, NOT TAKING ANYTHING AWAY FROM THIS MAGNIFICENT PERFORMANCE. JUST BRILLIANT.

    • @KimSenior
      @KimSenior 5 лет назад +7

      James Smithe ✋🏻

    • @marthiddink3926
      @marthiddink3926 5 лет назад +12

      that is so tru

    • @kennedykiser557
      @kennedykiser557 5 лет назад +3

      Handsome Pay

    • @marley92282
      @marley92282 5 лет назад +17

      Does it better than the recorded single.... and better than pretty much everything ever.

  • @fergiephan1983
    @fergiephan1983 3 года назад +1759

    Does anyone else agree that this was Art's best performance ever of this song?

    • @therealnotanerd_account2
      @therealnotanerd_account2 3 года назад +18

      I do.

    • @liamfox3401
      @liamfox3401 3 года назад +52

      Yes I've said that for years. Art's voice is utterly pitch perfect and sublime

    • @fergiephan1983
      @fergiephan1983 3 года назад +67

      @@liamfox3401 Paul wrote Bridge Over Troubled Water specifically for Art's voice.

    • @PaulJMcInnis
      @PaulJMcInnis 3 года назад +6

      Yes.

    • @robertafortino595
      @robertafortino595 3 года назад +7

      The best? Elvis’s performance was the best!

  • @user-bs3qo1bk8s
    @user-bs3qo1bk8s 2 месяца назад +8

    In the early '90s, my father bought me a cassette tape of Simon & Garfunkel on his way home from work. There was a loud audio in the master bedroom, and my father and I turned off the lights in the room and listened to music together. At the time, I was in elementary school, but I was touched by it and thought I listened to very beautiful music. My father didn't say much, but it made me a very emotional and music lover. I would like to thank him for his wonderful music and say that he is now in heaven but I always love him.

  • @joet4175
    @joet4175 5 месяцев назад +61

    I’m 27 years old male and from England and I absolutely adore this song. I hope GENERATIONS to come do aswell!!!!!

    • @mskf2009
      @mskf2009 21 день назад

      Oh, they will…

  • @mamadat3621
    @mamadat3621 3 года назад +4101

    I am the bridge for my husband, who has Alzheimer’s now! He was my bridge for decades. Being his bridge now, is my honor and privilege. My Vietnam vet will never be disrespected or mistreated! I know who he was, and what he gave!

    • @samseptemberbiker6248
      @samseptemberbiker6248 3 года назад +141

      bless you MAMA Dat im a vietnam vet myself and i honor you taking care of your dear hubby you will never regret it, i know its hard but we are praying for you

    • @scottycas
      @scottycas 3 года назад +94

      God LOVE you. Stay strong.

    • @georgianawhite412
      @georgianawhite412 3 года назад +77

      You are in my prayers. May you and your gallant husband be granted strength and comfort.

    • @aaronjones6892
      @aaronjones6892 3 года назад +57

      I've worked with people with dementia since 1995; just want to pass on my thoughts and best wishes

    • @govindsamyallen6372
      @govindsamyallen6372 3 года назад +34

      Bless u mama u husband is 8n our prayer

  • @itsmeyourfriend
    @itsmeyourfriend 4 года назад +568

    My beautiful Mother requested this be played at her service... so we did.
    I love you for eternity Mom 💕
    Connie M. Green 1951 - 2020

    • @norasmith2474
      @norasmith2474 4 года назад +7

      sorry about your mom

    • @brenty4451
      @brenty4451 4 года назад +5

      RIP

    • @Coastcrawler
      @Coastcrawler 4 года назад +9

      Imagine all the parallel universes, she is listening to this sound right now :)

    • @pagegirl507
      @pagegirl507 3 года назад +7

      My condolences. I hope your memories of your mom bring you joy. This is a timeless song which generation past, and generations to come, will enjoy. Blessings to you.

    • @diane3761
      @diane3761 3 года назад +7

      Its a perfect song to say goodbye... I have put this song for my dad too. I can't listen it without feel pain.

  • @andreahatfield2373
    @andreahatfield2373 2 года назад +66

    In 1970 we had this played during our wedding ceremony.
    For 32 years, my husband we my bridge.He died way too early and this song makes me cry every time I listen to it. Thank you!

    • @theartofpiano6405
      @theartofpiano6405 Год назад +9

      Sorry for your loss. Best wishes to you.

    • @TonyWeaving
      @TonyWeaving Месяц назад

      God bless you Andrea my friend. So sorry for your loss. Tony in Portsmouth England.

    • @BevDurran-by5kc
      @BevDurran-by5kc 25 дней назад

      So sorry for your loss so sorry to hear sending strength

  • @Unclescoot03
    @Unclescoot03 Год назад +13

    The 70s music will put you on another planet that no one will understand unless you have a love of the 70s music. You don't need drugs or alcohol to appreciate the best music ever. God....take me back to the 70s and leave me there....I'll be just fine.

  • @crispo41westbury40
    @crispo41westbury40 4 года назад +678

    If this song doesn't move you, then nothing ever will.

    • @coolguitaron1
      @coolguitaron1 4 года назад +13

      Absolutely right, talented beyond words. He will still be shining bright long after many of today's so-called "stars" have burned out and become forgotten.

    • @angelamcconnell7592
      @angelamcconnell7592 4 года назад +6

      A beautiful song sung by the great Art G and the amazing Paul Simon to write a song like this I think he had a hand God amen🙏🙏

    • @saywhat4314
      @saywhat4314 4 года назад +4

      This is more of those those sit and watch in awe kind of videos to me

    • @andiegenesis367
      @andiegenesis367 4 года назад +6

      this song and Artie ´s angelic voice move me to the bones every time !!! grgrgrgrgr

    • @Loulovesspeed
      @Loulovesspeed 4 года назад +7

      If this song doesn't move you, you are deceased!

  • @lisamaddox1965
    @lisamaddox1965 3 года назад +930

    I'm going through chemo right now for the third time...This song and his delivery gives me peace. I can't stop listening to it...I just play it over and over.

    • @amynbry1
      @amynbry1 3 года назад +28

      Best of luck with your therapy!

    • @masterplanbandph964
      @masterplanbandph964 3 года назад +37

      Sail on, silver girl.

    • @williamdavies6241
      @williamdavies6241 3 года назад +34

      I don't know you Lisa, but I love you , and I will Pray every night for you.xxx

    • @lucycrunkhorn4354
      @lucycrunkhorn4354 3 года назад +16

      Sending love your way ❤️

    • @williamdavies6241
      @williamdavies6241 3 года назад +13

      @@lucycrunkhorn4354 I'm not religious , but I do believe in the power of prayer, I've got a niece going through the same as Lisa, and hopefully she is coming out the other side now, I never underestimate the power of prayer.xxx

  • @trazanna
    @trazanna Год назад +13

    we don't get magical moments like this. we just don't. maybe once in life if we are fortunate.

  • @gunny80b26
    @gunny80b26 Год назад +50

    My favorite song ever. My bridge is my wife, my grandsons and God. I have leukemia, from the Camp Lejeune water. My wife cares for me, and my grandsons love their PawPaw. They are my strength when I have none!

    • @dwayneswanson6674
      @dwayneswanson6674 Год назад

      Best friend here.

    • @msbebban
      @msbebban 3 месяца назад +1

      Its my favourite too! I wish the best for you and your family ❤️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

  • @joantaylor5490
    @joantaylor5490 4 года назад +731

    One if most beautiful songs ever written. After nearly 50 years it still gives me goosebumps!
    Thumbs Up If You Think Art Garfunkel Nailed This Song!

    • @MmmmMmmm-yq9vk
      @MmmmMmmm-yq9vk 4 года назад +7

      Grew up listening to their songs😊😊😊😊❤️❤️

    • @marycarson2923
      @marycarson2923 3 года назад +3

      My husband and I danced to this when I was 19 and we were dating.

    • @chazvalvo2840
      @chazvalvo2840 3 года назад +6

      I wish I could give 100 thumbs up 👍 his voice in my mind is just Pure I don't know of any other words to describe how my mind processes his voice. No joke I might have been a weird kid but I swear I felt something inexplicable as a 6 year old child in kindergarten when I heard his voice on this song in 1969 my parents had the album and I hope that you don't think I making this up Ms. Joan I'm not. I remember it like it was yesterday I would come home from school they were 1/2 days for Kindergarten in NY and in one swift motion as I walked through the front door drop my lunch box say hi to mom walk past the stereo in the living room snatch the Simon and Garfunkel LP and the CSNY LP continue straight down to the basement where I had an old hand me down Wooden RCA VICTROLA from the 40's that would shock the living heck out of me every time I placed the needle to the record but it was worth it ! So to make a long story short I would play those 2 albums over and over until I heard my father coming in from work when I had to take the records back to the stereo before dad saw had been taken the only had 4 Records so it Was obvious when they weren't there. I remember my teacher Mrs. Rosen sent me home with a letter to my parents saying That she was concerned that I was never going to amount to anything except a clown in the circus not in a funny way because I got my ass beat first then my parent went to school to speak to her about my unworthiness to the future society. still not joking all is true. It seems that she was quite upset that I wasn't able to give the correct answers to simple word spelling during the flash card segment of the day and when it was music time the entire class was made to stand choir style along to for instance Disney music like lavender blue dilly dilly only i would sing
      Word for word Bridge over troubled water and Cecilia also Suite Judy Blue Eyes ! Regardless of what songs the rest of the class sang and it was disruptive ! True story BTW the teacher was tall skinny big nose and a thick German Accent! Of course when we got home I got the lecture but was spared a second beating and when my parents went in their bedroom and closed the door the whole neighborhood could hear them Laughing their ass' off

    • @rok2533
      @rok2533 3 года назад

      @@chazvalvo2840 cool story :)

    • @chazvalvo2840
      @chazvalvo2840 3 года назад +1

      @@rok2533 Thanks I never shared that story but it seemed like a good idea at the time.

  • @lynnehenderson4140
    @lynnehenderson4140 2 года назад +685

    No straining, no pushing, the voice just flows out. Stunning.

    • @karlmayhew859
      @karlmayhew859 Год назад +16

      Yes well said natural and beautifull; today we have singers who cant even hold a note and the songs are meaningless bring back the good old days"

    • @13TypeONeg13
      @13TypeONeg13 Год назад +22

      Yes I was thinking the same. How relaxed he is, hands in front pockets, hands in back pockets, occasionally holding the mic.... until the song finale when he really belts it out! And then bows to the crowd. Love it!

    • @patagualianmostly7437
      @patagualianmostly7437 Год назад +4

      @@13TypeONeg13 Class Act.

    • @firstnamenonapplicable5138
      @firstnamenonapplicable5138 Год назад +7

      @@karlmayhew859 what singers are you listening to, almost like you're looking for bad vocalists

    • @karlmayhew859
      @karlmayhew859 Год назад +3

      @@firstnamenonapplicable5138 no nothing negative just said a lot of music nowadays isnt as good as arts performance

  • @barbaracoiffic4275
    @barbaracoiffic4275 6 месяцев назад +23

    Listening in November 2023 doesn't get better than this. Absolute perfection.

  • @roborat777
    @roborat777 5 месяцев назад +19

    thumbs 👍 if you have been listening to this song since 1980

  • @dpken11
    @dpken11 4 года назад +628

    Simon wrote it, only Garfunkel can sing it. A match made in heaven. Saw them live in Melbourne, still got it.

    • @robmorrison1043
      @robmorrison1043 4 года назад +6

      Damien Kennedy , phenomenal performance , but Elvis and Aretha did it fantastic. Actually Paul Simon said that Elvis version was the greatest performance of one of his songs.

    • @Sarcastard24
      @Sarcastard24 4 года назад +2

      Do they preform a lot still? I'd love to see them live.

    • @robmorrison1043
      @robmorrison1043 4 года назад +13

      @@Sarcastard24 , They do not. I believe around 2010 was their last performance together. They do not get along well. Paul Simon recently did his farewell tour, and since Art damaged his vocal chord back in 2010, he rarely if ever performs live. A phenomenal duo, who became the sound of a generation.

    • @Sarcastard24
      @Sarcastard24 4 года назад +9

      @@robmorrison1043 if I remember correctly it was paul who had a problem with art. I feel like it all started after bridge over troubled water.

    • @squonk86
      @squonk86 4 года назад +9

      @@Sarcastard24 Yes it was Paul who had the problem with Art and what a shame that had to happen but at least they left us with some of the best music ever written and sung by two of the best performers.

  • @billmckenzie6349
    @billmckenzie6349 4 года назад +439

    He doesn't oversell the song, he sings it perfectly, as it was written, and lets the song sell itself. It's so compelling.

    • @cryptic1741
      @cryptic1741 3 года назад +11

      Yes and he lets it build to the fabulous crescendo at the end. Bravo!

    • @williamdavies6241
      @williamdavies6241 3 года назад +10

      I totally agree with your comment, he really does let the song find its own force.🤗

    • @tonycatman
      @tonycatman 3 года назад +7

      Good point. He literally steps out of the limelight at the end, once his incredible contribution is finished.

    • @christianperez7846
      @christianperez7846 3 года назад +5

      He’s a very conscious performer. Why he made everything he’s ever made. He knows what he’s doing, always.

  • @ssp5324
    @ssp5324 8 месяцев назад +12

    One of the most famous songs in the music world that I prefer.

  • @jefferyyates779
    @jefferyyates779 2 месяца назад +12

    ❤❤❤❤❤ this song is one of the perfect examples of the quote "where words fail, music speaks'

  • @user-zp1vm6tw4q
    @user-zp1vm6tw4q 6 лет назад +816

    And here stood a guy with his hands in his pockets. No electronics without fireworks without laser lights. Without grandiose decor, just stands and sings and shakes everyone who hears him with divine talent. Where is the music of the past ?????

    • @404ever
      @404ever 5 лет назад +17

      It’s in the past... kinda obvious isn’t it

    • @cappystrano1
      @cappystrano1 5 лет назад +2

      Dubilyoo....said it

    • @orion351us
      @orion351us 5 лет назад +4

      This style of singing is making a comeback. Dimash Kudaibergen and So Hyang come to mind. The asian singers seem to have focused on what you are looking for.

    • @gebarowskibrikanovic9210
      @gebarowskibrikanovic9210 5 лет назад +4

      Doode, all is gone buddy...now it's the time of cell phones, smart phones, shit phones

    • @shanefistell8890
      @shanefistell8890 5 лет назад +12

      Shalom! You're right. The rest of the so-called music of today is schmaltz and waltz. The music of today follows a formula of faked emotion and pretense. The fireworks and laser lights are meant to impress;but it only deflects from the bad music.

  • @bryansandiego
    @bryansandiego 3 года назад +209

    As of now, 20M people have watched an angel sing. How does one piano and one singer sound like a symphony?

    • @aaronjones6892
      @aaronjones6892 3 года назад +12

      A simple answer is skill and talent, but, there is also the point of not making yourself more important than the song. There is a version by 'Friends for Grenfell'; Grenfell Tower was a tower block in London that burned down. As a response to this a local choir and some professional singers recorded a version of Bridge over Troubled Waters. The local choir nailed it, but the professional singers ruined it as they were trying to out do each other (at one point it seemed to be a competition of who could put the most vibrato in their voice). These 'professional' singers put their egos before the song and ruined it; they should be made to watch this video until they learn their lesson!

    • @helloromie
      @helloromie 3 года назад +1

      @@aaronjones6892 Going to watch this now.

    • @reic0002
      @reic0002 Месяц назад

      @@aaronjones6892 oh really? you're hijacking this now too? shame on you. all you are out is for to get as much money as possible for not deserving people. Total con.

    • @aaronjones6892
      @aaronjones6892 Месяц назад

      @@reic0002 What am I 'highjacking' and how am I out to 'get as much money as possible'? Frankly, your comment is inconsistent with the thread. Incidentally, if you are going to insult me, please learn your spelling and grammar; the first letter of a sentence should always be a capital letter.

  • @pickle7681
    @pickle7681 Год назад +19

    Everytime I listen to this, I cry. Everytime.

  • @lisaluby8881
    @lisaluby8881 8 месяцев назад +14

    Listening in 2023. What an incredible song ❤

  • @thehashearthasheart7146
    @thehashearthasheart7146 4 года назад +357

    This was my older sister's favorite songs. She raised me as her daughter. She passed away 1 year ago today. (March 25). I'm listening to it as a way to honor her memory. I Iove and miss you. Hug hug. Love, Honeybunch

    • @TristanandIsolt
      @TristanandIsolt 3 года назад +1

      Thanks for sharing. A beautiful way to honor her memory.

    • @whenwe9168
      @whenwe9168 3 года назад +1

      My late mothers faves aswell

    • @natelivingstonn
      @natelivingstonn 3 года назад

      i’m so sorry. rip❤️❤️

    • @yvonnewatkinson840
      @yvonnewatkinson840 3 года назад

      So very sorry for loss duck (I'm from nottingham) England x

    • @threalismaradona9899
      @threalismaradona9899 3 года назад

      Sorry for you loss I have two of my bros in heaven now

  • @josephlemko3027
    @josephlemko3027 5 лет назад +553

    Art Garfunkel nailed this song. This version is one of the great live recordings of all time. It is magical.

    • @rafaelmartinezservin7073
      @rafaelmartinezservin7073 4 года назад

      joseph lemko hi

    • @squonk86
      @squonk86 4 года назад +12

      AGREED AND ONE OF THE BEST VOICES EVER!!!

    • @isabelibarra4920
      @isabelibarra4920 4 года назад +6

      joseph lemko for me one of the best. I can listen to it all the time.

    • @squonk86
      @squonk86 4 года назад +7

      @Barrier Boy Yes but Paul Simon wrote it for Art so Paul should get half the credit but Art does have the best voice out there..

    • @orn-umakanjanarujivut9015
      @orn-umakanjanarujivut9015 4 года назад +7

      I Love ❤️ the best voice of Art Garfunkel many years and today to 2020

  • @BuntM4gnet
    @BuntM4gnet Месяц назад +5

    This humility, It's so stunning regarding the excellence of the performance. I don't understand how this man has still no statue in the middle of New York.

  • @christobell555
    @christobell555 Год назад +15

    I know they had their ups and downs together but they should know that their musical partnership together produced some of the greatest music ever heard.

  • @BroadswordNYC
    @BroadswordNYC 3 года назад +463

    Besides Art's magnificent performance, kudos to keyboardist, Richard Tee for his spectacular accompaniment. He died at the tender age of 49

    • @bphlebotomist67
      @bphlebotomist67 2 года назад +12

      That's sad 😢

    • @BigBruno624
      @BigBruno624 2 года назад +10

      And don’t forget Paul Simon who wrote the song, and always let Art get the applause and kudos.

    • @swimdeep189
      @swimdeep189 2 года назад

      He had a natural ability. x

    • @MikeM275
      @MikeM275 2 года назад +8

      @@BigBruno624 Something Paul later regretted. This song broke up Simon & Garfunkle...Paul did indeed say Art was the best for the song, then begrudged it the entire time. Ended up hating Art as this song marked their end, one tour with the song and they ended. Art was into making movies, Paul was more into liberal protesting. The beauty in this song hides the hate it was borne of, both in the underlying reason of the song (anti war, anti establishment) but also of Art. The first lines were written about Art neglecting Paul as Art was off making movies and Paul felt alone and rejected. The tears he speaks of were his, because of Art.

    • @threalismaradona9899
      @threalismaradona9899 2 года назад

      damn

  • @normaverleni7217
    @normaverleni7217 4 года назад +711

    Remember folks - this is a live performance - he only has one chance to sing this difficult song perfectly’ hit those high notes. He does it beautifully & it is such a joy to hear! Thank you Artie - your talent will be with us forever & we love you for it. 💞💕💕

    • @johnclaybaugh9536
      @johnclaybaugh9536 4 года назад

      I don't find it difficult at all. But whatever. I've been singing my whole life, so it just comes easier for me I guess.

    • @janetaldrich7747
      @janetaldrich7747 4 года назад +16

      @@johnclaybaugh9536 Easier than Art, mon vieux? Somehow I doubt it.

    • @leewalczak9852
      @leewalczak9852 4 года назад +2

      Right on!

    • @ShawnaCaptain
      @ShawnaCaptain 4 года назад +26

      Exactly, live performance in an open air setting in front of record crowds in his hometown....I think his little smirk/smile after the first verse was him thinking "yeah, I got this". Breathtaking performance in every way!

    • @gorginageorge9341
      @gorginageorge9341 4 года назад +4

      My favourite song ever gives me goosebumps every time .

  • @kelvingolden252
    @kelvingolden252 Год назад +29

    You'll never hear a better live vocal than this ever

  • @leonigolding9480
    @leonigolding9480 2 года назад +10

    Simon is a brilliant song writer, but without Garfunkel's voice there would not have been a Simon and Garfunkel. His exceptional voice is not only the landmark of Simon and Garfunkel, but in regard to songs written by other composers, such as All I know, Bright Eyes etc, merely underscores the fact that he .made Simon and Garfunkel.

  • @oswaldoblandon339
    @oswaldoblandon339 3 года назад +247

    I was there 18 years old in central park I was blessed with the oportuniti to withnes this reunion seating on a blanket with my girlfriend drinking wine we spent 34 years together and then God called her this is our song mi son loves it too

    • @pimvisschers2061
      @pimvisschers2061 3 года назад +9

      What a beautiful memory sir. I'm sorry for your loss. Hope you stay strong these days.

    • @doowappable
      @doowappable 3 года назад +7

      Forget gold, platinum, diamonds.. the most valuable thing in life are memories like that, and you have them.

    • @threalismaradona9899
      @threalismaradona9899 3 года назад +3

      Sorry for your loss but what a memory

    • @jonsteadman6216
      @jonsteadman6216 3 года назад +3

      So sorry for your loss. very best wishes

    • @scottcaldwell7480
      @scottcaldwell7480 3 года назад +4

      I’m glad you were blessed with 34 years. Peace to you my friend.

  • @fozzy58uk
    @fozzy58uk 3 года назад +70

    Perhaps the most remarkable thing here is that scrolling down the comments there is not a single downthumb. Best male voice I have heard in my 60 plus years.

  • @glenne1427
    @glenne1427 2 года назад +109

    There is only one Simon and Garfunkel.
    How many soldiers in Viet Nam wept over this song, how many children conceived, how many guys at the concert trying not to cry in front of their girlfriend.
    Performers like these are timeless.

  • @stevew1904
    @stevew1904 2 года назад +288

    For me, this is the greatest song ever written. I was 16 when I bought Simon and Garfunkel's greatest hits in 1974. After almost 50 years I still haven't found a song that surpasses this one. Just AWESOME!!

    • @Theolesaltydawg
      @Theolesaltydawg Год назад +13

      Indeed.
      This is the greatest song ever written and sung by the greatest male singer of all times.
      I first heard it when I was I8 years old and I still love it at 71.
      Never get tired of it

    • @jamesfitzpatrick8300
      @jamesfitzpatrick8300 Год назад +5

      Agreed

    • @juttaschirmann1008
      @juttaschirmann1008 11 месяцев назад +7

      I am Born 64 ten years old listening this Music behind the door from my Brothers room. It is the best . This Song was coming from heaven and ist performed from an angel's voice. To comfort us all!!!!!!

    • @georgemanka
      @georgemanka 11 месяцев назад +2

      Beautiful

    • @anitaluzuriaga6441
      @anitaluzuriaga6441 10 месяцев назад +5

      So amazing voice every night before I sleep i listen this music until i slept very nice voice love you guys.

  • @BernieMadoff-qv5in
    @BernieMadoff-qv5in 3 года назад +1019

    Nobody will ever sing this song like Art Garfunkel sang it.

    • @dougdickason
      @dougdickason 3 года назад +10

      No, but here is my favorite performance of the song ever. ruclips.net/video/mLbOBoa8vD8/видео.html

    • @MrAdriancooke
      @MrAdriancooke 2 года назад +1

      Are there many cover versions?

    • @michaelparadisis4076
      @michaelparadisis4076 2 года назад +19

      Art is brilliant no doubt , Elvis does it better in my opinion.

    • @kwalterrasquinha413
      @kwalterrasquinha413 2 года назад +9

      @@michaelparadisis4076 they're different versions imao

    • @trentoliver7702
      @trentoliver7702 2 года назад +9

      I agree! He put the life of emotion into the words when it was written. You can't duplicate emotion, you may emulate it, but not duplicate it!

  • @carengoodrich
    @carengoodrich 5 лет назад +3399

    When I was a kid, I thought this was the best song ever. About 45 years later, I got to see him sing it live. Thank God I had the money to afford a ticket in the second row. I was just a few feet away. It was like a religious experience.

    • @darklight898
      @darklight898 3 года назад +30

      Are in in your 70's mam

    • @neta565
      @neta565 3 года назад +48

      Am so happy for you that you could experience that!😉

    • @TristanandIsolt
      @TristanandIsolt 3 года назад +23

      Caren that's exactly how I describe such performances. I saw the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band do Mr. Bojangles twice. Not quite this level, but a religious experience also.

    • @loisschmitt8334
      @loisschmitt8334 3 года назад +6

      @@chazvalvo2840 I saw CSNY at the Forum, in Torrance?? CA. Stills & Young were my favorites . Thanks for sharing your story. I took pictures, & none turned out, no flash, but even when I got close to stage, too far away, low light.

    • @chazvalvo2840
      @chazvalvo2840 3 года назад +17

      A truly special event for you I'm sure. Good on ya Miss Caren and a sincere Thanks to you for sharing a time of joy in your life. Your brief comment speaks volumes as to how a person living in a state of gratitude makes the world a better place for all of us to live in.

  • @DHuhnCatMom
    @DHuhnCatMom 2 года назад +18

    Though I desperately wanted mom to live, she died of sudden onset throat cancer within weeks. This song described perfectly what she had been to me: - a bridge over troubled water - all through my life... Sail on silver girl. All my love ❤

    • @garylefevers
      @garylefevers Год назад +2

      So sorry for your loss. God bless you and yours.

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      @KnM757 11 месяцев назад

  • @shuggiemcg1
    @shuggiemcg1 9 месяцев назад +15

    You'll never ever hear a better sung version of this EVER!

    • @shuggiemcg1
      @shuggiemcg1 6 месяцев назад

      Nope! Doesnt even come close! @@LS-mx1ge

  • @helenwambangco3366
    @helenwambangco3366 2 года назад +447

    I'm 72 yrs.old now, still I cry whenever I watch this video of Art Garfunkel singing this amazing song, so soothing to my heart, ..Love this song..!!!

    • @margarethall7837
      @margarethall7837 2 года назад +12

      I cry too, so many people lost, we need a bridge over troubled water more than ever.
      God rest and forgive 🙏

    • @SUGAR_XYLER
      @SUGAR_XYLER 2 года назад +1

      @@margarethall7837 ⚛ God who.....where

    • @rubenvillanueva8635
      @rubenvillanueva8635 2 года назад +10

      Helen, I am 73, we lived through the great times of music, god bless!

    • @spoonfullofsalt8889
      @spoonfullofsalt8889 2 года назад +6

      @@rubenvillanueva8635 you all did live through the greatest era of music. Music today like rap and all that pales in comparison to art like this.

    • @rjk8008
      @rjk8008 Год назад +2

      Ditto for me, so happy I grew up at a time that gave us all the great singer/songwriters. Lyrics were just inspiring.

  • @dariaestermann2418
    @dariaestermann2418 3 года назад +788

    Just a man with an outstanding touching voice in front of the microphone, no dancers, no cool clothes, no sexy moves, no bling bling. If you are as talented as Art Garfunkel and singing a great song, your voice and personality are enough.

    • @oldlace4u467
      @oldlace4u467 2 года назад +10

      Garfunkel!

    • @carolynvertula1890
      @carolynvertula1890 2 года назад +14

      No matter how you spell it, this is a beautiful song!!

    • @katharinavandewinkel7506
      @katharinavandewinkel7506 2 года назад +3

      Very true .IT was the best time .No Need all Bling Bling to have Talentet to sing and make music .

    • @chchwoman9960
      @chchwoman9960 2 года назад

      Right on, Daria

    • @dans9463
      @dans9463 2 года назад +15

      And best of all NO AUTOTUNE...which sounds like squeezing the voice into a hose..

  • @michael-sz9rk
    @michael-sz9rk 2 месяца назад +7

    Simon & Garfunkel are without a doubt one of the greatest singing and song writing duo's of all time, I feel so unlucky that my young self will never get to hear them in person. :(

  • @kalmia01
    @kalmia01 9 месяцев назад +75

    He'so truly unique. So different from most famous artists, singers, musicians.not even a trace of posing, pretending, not the slightest stardom in his attitude, way of delivering, just pure and deep singing, from his inner core. And that's what makes him such a legendary artist,still reaching and touching milions around t world❤

  • @Isabel-gj6nw
    @Isabel-gj6nw 5 лет назад +526

    One of the smoothest and softest voices of all time. He's really under rated.

    • @Zanollo5
      @Zanollo5 4 года назад +11

      Under rated by who? Are u nuts?

    • @kennylucas8060
      @kennylucas8060 4 года назад +8

      André Zanollo nobody listens to this music anymore. Its only rap, which isnt even singing. Its basically talking fast. You can consider it a talent if u want...

    • @mnmnmnmnmnmnmnmnmmmmmmmmmm230
      @mnmnmnmnmnmnmnmnmmmmmmmmmm230 4 года назад +7

      Kenny Lucas you sound 60

    • @kakel536
      @kakel536 4 года назад +3

      Watermelon Kid... I'm from their era; late 1960's/1970. Believe me they were not under rated! Simon and Garfunkel were, and still are, two of the top performers of my era!

    • @TheMeckar
      @TheMeckar 4 года назад +7

      @@kennylucas8060 They sold more than 100 million records.

  • @freddegrazia3620
    @freddegrazia3620 4 года назад +603

    I am 62 years old and this still brings tears to my eyes
    Where did the time go ?

    • @gustavoharzheim4035
      @gustavoharzheim4035 4 года назад +5

      is wonderfull what that man can do

    • @hawkeye1836
      @hawkeye1836 4 года назад +1

      It went that-ah-way >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> pardner
      from Roy Rodgers to String Theory, what's next >>>>>>>>>

    • @raptrix1739
      @raptrix1739 4 года назад +30

      im 28 and im afraid of getting old. not because of me but because of my parents and my loved ones... this comment just brought tears to my eyes. im a very sentimental person and this comment hit a chord in my heart... where has time gone?

    • @davidbull3465
      @davidbull3465 4 года назад +5

      Where did that time go indeed !! But they are timeless thats for sure

    • @eileenlester3313
      @eileenlester3313 4 года назад +6

      64 here....same

  • @claytonpascoe480
    @claytonpascoe480 Год назад +50

    One of the most powerful, and beautiful voices of all times.

    • @seanbryant-smith5662
      @seanbryant-smith5662 Год назад

      One of them voices u don't forget for sure. Great shame Paul Simon didn't want to keep sharing his intellectual property. Too bad I can't sing like Arrt.Still booting him off the holy Paul Simon said as he departed from a fruitful duo & friendship. Miserable bustard!!

    • @timothy4557
      @timothy4557 6 месяцев назад

      ​@@seanbryant-smith5662relax son.

  • @rush248
    @rush248 Год назад +6

    Whose still listening and is completely taken back by this amazing performance in 2023 :)

  • @geomax5470
    @geomax5470 6 лет назад +521

    How many people just got goose bumps listening to this masterpiece ?

    • @craigbarnes7509
      @craigbarnes7509 6 лет назад +5

      I did and always have and always will (while I am still here, at least).

    • @jeannettewasha4598
      @jeannettewasha4598 6 лет назад +5

      I know he went and taught Mathematics in the Northeast. I need to get in touch with him...need a tutor for Stats in college!!! However, I would rather listen to him sing.

    • @AlbertaRose94
      @AlbertaRose94 5 лет назад +1

      I went from listening to a bunch of Aretha Franklin tunes to this one. I definitely got goosebumps.

    • @bonvct
      @bonvct 5 лет назад +5

      Fantastic! Not a big Art fan until i saw this

    • @PaulC39
      @PaulC39 5 лет назад +6

      I not only get goosebumps but I can shed tears listening to this epic song.

  • @travellerworld8966
    @travellerworld8966 5 лет назад +270

    Can't believe this is live. What a performance.

    • @ABHyt
      @ABHyt 4 года назад

      @Margaret Gust wow, that must've been nice

  • @steveng8706
    @steveng8706 2 года назад +6

    When I was a teen this was normal radio play. Now I am 67 and still amazed how blessed we were back then to grow up with what we took as normal. How times have changes...

  • @nickmcp7191
    @nickmcp7191 Год назад +11

    I don't know if this is the greatest song ever composed, but it must be in with a shout.

    • @benrogers3311
      @benrogers3311 Год назад +2

      1000% Mate, and the Greatest Male Voice, past or present.

  • @hadesvondoom6501
    @hadesvondoom6501 2 года назад +32

    Ok Paul Simon wrote this masterpiece but Garfunkel brought it to life with his voice

  • @sheilamcintosh6632
    @sheilamcintosh6632 2 года назад +730

    Art Garfunkel has the voice of an angel. This performance always moves me. No frills or complicated runs. Just pure straight up vocal mastery

    • @TheCatnipCinema
      @TheCatnipCinema 2 года назад +16

      I hate the frills and runs too of today's artists. Let's go back to no auto tune and composition mastery which we now lack in today's music.

    • @experi-mentalproductions5358
      @experi-mentalproductions5358 2 года назад +5

      @@TheCatnipCinema Unforunately that will never happen.
      The simple fact is; Talent and originality don't make as much money as autotune and repetative lazyness.
      Also, don't call modern singers "artists", they couldn't be further from...

    • @TheCatnipCinema
      @TheCatnipCinema 2 года назад +2

      @@experi-mentalproductions5358 I disagree. There is an art to modern music. It's just the art of making money rather than the art of making genuinely good music.

    • @nadinerick1182
      @nadinerick1182 2 года назад +6

      @@experi-mentalproductions5358 Och, don‘t be one of those small-minded „everything used to be better“-people. 🙂 Geez, 2000 years ago, probably even 30,000 years ago, the older generations would say stuff like: „everything used to be better…“
      There are a lot of great singers today. Pink, OneRepublic (Ryan Tedder is amazing!), Lady Gaga (she‘d use autotune if it fits the song, just like you’d use the pedals of a piano), or Angus&Julia Jones, Pentatonix,… whatever, those are just my favourites today.
      And in between the 60s and now, you got MeatLoaf, Guns‘n‘Roses, Aerosmith, Metallica, Nirvana, Alanis Morissette, ABBA, and a fuckload of other amazing singers and artists!
      Seriously, don’t let confirmation bias blind you.

    • @tallard5911
      @tallard5911 2 года назад +4

      Yes, the voice of an angel.

  • @gabrielladilario5750
    @gabrielladilario5750 9 месяцев назад +32

    The purity of Garfunkel's voice is angelic! Simply sublime.

  • @rudolfmago6688
    @rudolfmago6688 2 года назад +27

    When you're weary
    Feeling small
    When tears are in your eyes
    I'll 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
    133

    • @user-ry7xy5zm7d
      @user-ry7xy5zm7d Год назад

      Watch how I sang the song "Bridge over troubled water": ruclips.net/video/PZyb07p2D1g/видео.html

  • @stevenfarrar607
    @stevenfarrar607 2 года назад +48

    I lost my son about 5 years ago he was such a beautiful person I need this song for comfort Cody I miss you so very much.

  • @jamesbond2632
    @jamesbond2632 3 года назад +157

    This Central Park performance, Art just absolutely nailed it. Better than the original studio recording IMHO

    • @NoxiousRob
      @NoxiousRob 3 года назад +12

      I agree, this is the best performance of the song I've ever seen or heard. As you say, Art absolutely nailed it.

    • @TXBill132
      @TXBill132 3 года назад +6

      And did it 10+ years later....

    • @dw7896
      @dw7896 2 года назад

      Agree agree agree

  • @user-eu1rm2vu8s
    @user-eu1rm2vu8s 17 часов назад +1

    What words are there to express my wonder and delight as I watch Art sing this fabulous song?
    Nothing better on RUclips!

  • @Chrisdavies33
    @Chrisdavies33 Год назад +30

    Probably one of the Best Live Performances ever ……and I stand to be corrected

  • @ThomasMauk
    @ThomasMauk 2 года назад +38

    This song goes out to my wife Leslie, she was a polio survivor and this was her song for the 7 years we were married, before her death. May she Rest in Peace. Beautiful Song.

  • @scorch33
    @scorch33 3 года назад +117

    This is how you silence 1 million people who just listen in awe.

  • @thorsvensson8172
    @thorsvensson8172 Месяц назад +5

    Surely Art was never better than that. Sheer magic.

  • @sweetjunegirl
    @sweetjunegirl Год назад +173

    One of the best live vocal performances ever.
    Thank you Art and Paul for writing it.

    • @user-ry7xy5zm7d
      @user-ry7xy5zm7d Год назад +1

      Watch how I sang the song "Bridge over troubled water": ruclips.net/video/PZyb07p2D1g/видео.html

    • @jayshreesheth7250
      @jayshreesheth7250 9 месяцев назад +5

      Don't forget the pianist

    • @truefilm6991
      @truefilm6991 7 месяцев назад +1

      @@jayshreesheth7250 I was looking for this comment! That's the wonderful Richard Tee. Gorgeous, tasteful gospel-style piano playing, perfectly accompanying Art Garfunkel's angelic voice. He died way too early.

  • @okmagnolia55
    @okmagnolia55 4 года назад +662

    This video of Art singing is one of the best things any aspiring vocalist can watch. Art's timing of breaths, the way he manipulates his vocal chords, how he shapes & widens his mouth for certain sounds and effects, the calm expression he maintains... incredible. It is school for singers & honey for the heart. Beautiful in all ways.

    • @breabg828
      @breabg828 4 года назад +12

      Magnolia5 Spot ON! Yes.

    • @breabg828
      @breabg828 4 года назад +16

      Magnolia5 I keep going back to your spot on comment: A rarity for me. . . . Just wanted you to know it impacts strongly.

    • @okmagnolia55
      @okmagnolia55 4 года назад +15

      @@breabg828 Thank you for saying that! I don't comment often but this video seems to have something very special... worth taking a moment to share a thought & a feeling. I am so touched that I could add to your enjoyment of this song, & I appreciate you letting me know it. Thanks again :)

    • @breabg828
      @breabg828 4 года назад +7

      @@okmagnolia55 YW! 🙂

    • @jameshuang8440
      @jameshuang8440 4 года назад +6

      FYI I am still learning how to sing like him.

  • @AgentXPQ
    @AgentXPQ 2 года назад +453

    I have a lot of respect for this. When the roar of the crowd comes back at him, his instinct is to bow.

    • @leonigolding9480
      @leonigolding9480 2 года назад +18

      He is the greatest singer the world has ever known. I am 75 now ,5 years younger than Art Garfunkel. I have been listening to him singing for as long as I can remember. He was, and still is the greatest. Leoni Golding, South Africa.

    • @kevinmcdonald6477
      @kevinmcdonald6477 2 года назад +7

      @@leonigolding9480 Bless you in Africa. I don't know if Art is the greatest singer ever but he owns this song although it was written by Paul Simon, Art immortalized it with his amazing gift of a singing voice! All the best to you and yours.

    • @leonigolding9480
      @leonigolding9480 2 года назад +3

      @@kevinmcdonald6477 Thanks so much Kevin McDonald. I really appreciate your reply. Come to Africa, Cape Town, in fact. If you do, please let me know. Kind regards. Leoni Golding

    • @reggie9
      @reggie9 2 года назад +6

      @@leonigolding9480 I'm 45 and he"s definitely one of the greatest singers ever and was since he was a child. I love the story of how Paul Simon saw him sing in a school talent show with all the girls watching and decided to be a musician. I think this is an all-time great performance

    • @kevinmcdonald6477
      @kevinmcdonald6477 2 года назад +5

      @@leonigolding9480 Thank you Leoni for the kind invitation. I don't know if I will ever get to Cape Town but you also have an open invite to New Jersey, U.S.A.! !

  • @imsirota1965
    @imsirota1965 2 года назад +24

    Maybe the greatest version of one of the greatest rock anthems of all time. Such an amazing song.

    • @user-ry7xy5zm7d
      @user-ry7xy5zm7d Год назад

      Watch how I sang the song "Bridge over troubled water": ruclips.net/video/PZyb07p2D1g/видео.html

  • @nikolamarkovina2751
    @nikolamarkovina2751 3 месяца назад +5

    I have watched this video countless times, and each and every time I do I am still filled with such a sense of awe and wonder at this most incredibly sublime performance by Art Garfunkel. With his jeans, and teacher poses (hands in pockets, arms folded), and that truly amazing climactic crescendo at the song's conclusion, what can better?

  • @darrenlake5596
    @darrenlake5596 3 года назад +228

    Depression is horrible. It’s a constant battle you can never seem to win. You have to find a way to stay here for those that love you.

    • @alicerenda1532
      @alicerenda1532 3 года назад +12

      I truly understand what you mean. I feel the same way every single day. It`s a daily battle, an every-moment battle... you're fine, two minutes later you are in hell... The good news is that there are some moments of solace and peace

    • @mayakosmal4309
      @mayakosmal4309 3 года назад +3

      20 Jahre Depression liegen hinter mir .....aber man kann dieses Desaster auch gewinnen...mit soo viel Schmerz + Trauer verbunden....und plötzlich....ich muß es selber verändern....oft ...habe ich die Kraft + Energie auch nicht....aber ich bin jetzt an dem Punkt .....Okay mal ne Scheiß Woche .....aber reiß dich mal etwas zusammen. Ich weiß allerdings selber ...ich weiß nie was morgen ist + wie ich zurecht komme.....die Anst bleibt...
      Alles Liebe für Betroffene Menschen.
      ..

    • @sarabarnes4284
      @sarabarnes4284 3 года назад +4

      Oh yes depression definitely is an uphill battle one minute it seems like we're on our way and know what to do the next minute the complete opposite. That being said I would love to share some wonderful comforting heartfelt information first of all I've lost many family members to death and I've learned that there's going to be a resurrection if you go to your Bible and read Daniel 12-2 those asleep in the dust of the earth will wake up. John 17:3 this means everlasting life they're coming to know you the only true God and the one whom you sent Jesus Christ. According to that we must come to know God and his son to gain everlasting life and the way to do that is read your Bible we have wonderful aids to help you understand your Bible. Ecclesiastes 1:4 the Earth remains forever. So no need to worry about it ever being destroyed Psalms 3:29 the righteous will possess the Earth and they will live forever on it. That one tells us what kind of people will live on the earth and for how long ,there's so many things to learn the Earth will become a paradise we will have eternity to learn and explore this world and who knows what else Jehovah God has in store for us for information go to jw.org.

    • @CodyBaccus
      @CodyBaccus 3 года назад +4

      Hi Sara! Yes, everyday is a struggle. I deal with a TBI, lost my right eye, involuntary movements..... @@sarabarnes4284 SO VERY HUMILIATING at times.The most simple of things are a struggle to accomplish each day. Some people can be so cruel..... I didn't ask for this injury. Don't need to be laughed at when I lose my thought process, forget that I am asking about...... have to start over............ STAY STRONG AND KNOW YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

    • @chazvalvo2840
      @chazvalvo2840 3 года назад +2

      Stan, I've roamed the Earth as an adult for the past 30 years I'd like to at least hope that I've picked up a bit of discernment and or wisdom along the way. I have dedicated the last 15 years to give back if you will being a veteran has given me opportunity to see these young men and women coming from a combat zone straight into o0 ppthe civilian world with very little time in which to readjust or adjust. The experience of seeing the Confusion, Depression , insecurities and of course trauma on a level that you would have to be there and experience it yourself to fully understand how derailing it is. Yes I can personally relate more in the area of Depression than trauma. The point Im trying to make is it moved me so much at the age of 50 went back to college on campus no internet! and learned how to help people with mental health problems and I can tell you even if one who is suffering from Depression or trauma or abuse was not caused by combat civilian or vet it is real and the way you described issue in comment was nothing short of Brilliant and Balls on accurate having spent the last 2 years getting my masters in human services and had always had PHD. Professors I am impressed by your authentic outlook on Depression. If your not working in the industry you should.

  • @cunard61
    @cunard61 5 лет назад +161

    This is one of those rare live recordings that you know is going to stand the test of time forever.

    • @sarahbolger7308
      @sarahbolger7308 4 года назад

      cunard61 yes indeed turely inspirational grate Song ,voices!❤️❤️😉😊😇💕💐😘

  • @csucsu80
    @csucsu80 2 месяца назад +8

    The voice and words of an angel.

  • @markmchenry4489
    @markmchenry4489 Год назад +10

    I like how he pumps his fist at the end to show his emotion and celebrate a great performance.

  • @rosalindegan3485
    @rosalindegan3485 5 лет назад +500

    A man a microphone and a voice. Who needs more

  • @hankkirby5386
    @hankkirby5386 6 лет назад +146

    Art Garfunkel has the voice of an angel

  • @deeaplw
    @deeaplw 2 года назад +7

    The comments I have read leave me with little to add. It was about music. It was about what this song meant. Even the media could not try to make enough “news” and controversy to stop this beautiful night from happening, as they could and would, and do today. Absolutely pure and beautiful.

  • @The_golden_charlie
    @The_golden_charlie 8 месяцев назад +3

    My brother Derek Schimanke played this when I was a child. He's passed away now but when I hear certain songs I think of him and tears fill my eyes.

  • @phillipabowe5349
    @phillipabowe5349 4 года назад +227

    Why would anyone put a thumbs down to this song and this version? Are you insane, totally tone deaf or have no soul.

    • @41bmc
      @41bmc 4 года назад +4

      Perhaps they are all of the above!

    • @dons106
      @dons106 4 года назад +5

      @Jim Brown Not with this song dummy....

    • @gorginageorge9341
      @gorginageorge9341 4 года назад +4

      Only someone who is tone deaf and knows nothing about real music would.

    • @rexped5915
      @rexped5915 4 года назад +2

      Perhaps they are idiots! Doesn't know how to appreciate good music.

    • @cielosiemprecielo
      @cielosiemprecielo 4 года назад +2

      I'm afraid the last option is the most accurate. Only soulless (and brainless) people can dislike this precious caress to the ear, body and soul.

  • @ObamAmerican48
    @ObamAmerican48 4 года назад +127

    God, his voice is as pure as fresh snow.

    • @jrdier3015
      @jrdier3015 3 года назад +1

      The "FRESHEST🌱🌱🌱" ever!

  • @sanders7789
    @sanders7789 День назад

    June 2024 We surely need this incomparable magic of a song in these troubled times

  • @chrisgates8891
    @chrisgates8891 Год назад +38

    I lost my mum in 2020 and I remember listening to this with her when I was a kid as she loved Simon and Garfunkel. I grew up not knowing that I have Autism, but my mum was always my rock and my safe place (without knowing why I needed that person), who guided me through the world and pointed me in the right direction when I needed it.
    She was diagnosed with Alzheimer's just after I had my diagnosis, but I always tried to treat her like normal all the way through to the end of her life, but I never had the chance to tell her why I was the way am.
    I have been going to see a grief counsellor to help me understand the loss of my mum and after the second session I had I was leaving the place I go to, feeling quite emotional. When I am riding by myself I always have my music playing over my intercom as music is my love and my safe place. I have a play list with songs I like and I was listening to that.
    I was just leaving the place I go to and then this song came on. At that moment I knew that my mum was with me, still being that bridge over troubled waters.

    • @ec8787
      @ec8787 Год назад +4

      God bless you Chris 🙏

    • @alex38607
      @alex38607 Год назад +6

      That is the most beautiful memory I've ever heard, rock on Chris, for she IS with you.

    • @TristanandIsolt
      @TristanandIsolt Год назад +5

      You are articulating your thoughts very well and thank you for sharing them.

    • @marrymarry5800
      @marrymarry5800 Год назад +4

      its so emotional what you wrote. thank you. I have this Song Player at the ceremony of my father. He loved Simon & Garfunkel.

    • @KnM757
      @KnM757 11 месяцев назад

  • @anthonymariani3793
    @anthonymariani3793 2 года назад +369

    This man sings like an angel, No one sounds this good live.

    • @toddnelson7651
      @toddnelson7651 2 года назад +2

      I love it. And I love EP's version too but in a different way. How cool is it that?

    • @-Davit-
      @-Davit- 2 года назад +1

      @@toddnelson7651 Exactly, Elvis sounds a little bit like Presley. Both versions are excelent.

    • @sarahowland6931
      @sarahowland6931 2 года назад +2

      No one, except him.

    • @conanjohnpiga112
      @conanjohnpiga112 2 года назад +1

      Robin Gibb is the best for me. Watch him all his music.

    • @1745ohbloodyhell
      @1745ohbloodyhell 2 года назад +2

      I read that when they split up, Paul Simon said the most difficult part was not being able to rely on that perfect voice next to him.

  • @magneto7930
    @magneto7930 2 года назад +89

    Paul Simon knows good singing when he hears it. He wrote this song and he was wise to give it to Art to sing. Nobody sings it better!

  • @jamesconvery164
    @jamesconvery164 16 дней назад +1

    Love this song, belongs to my brother in law who passed away , every time I hear this song John comes into my head , great memories with John , gentleman! This is for you brother in law 🙏

  • @angelabolton4478
    @angelabolton4478 2 года назад +53

    I've watched this so many times, but that bow he does at the end. Like he knows it's not his, that the song transcends him. It s rather amazing. What a gift.