Paul Simon wrote this consolation are to someone in need. It began modestly as a gospel hymn, but is even more dramatic than it together.
Art Garfunkel sang alone, although he thought Simon would sing. Simon Top Love Songs says: “Many times I do not regret it.”
The production was on Phil Spector “Old Man River” by The Righteous Brothers are based. Spector is famous for his technique “Wall of Sound” production.
This is one of the most covered songs of all time. In the 70s, so many people sang a version of this that is a joke.
This was one of the few songs in the top of the U.S. and UK charts simultaneously. It was # 1 in the USA for 6 weeks, # 1 in the UK for 3.
In 1971 she won five Grammys: Top Love Songs Of The Year, Record Of The Year, Best Contemporary Song, Best Record and Best Arrangement Designed accompanying singers. The album won Album Of The Year.