Bridge over Troubled Water
Simon & Garfunkel · 1970
37 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · folk-pop · soft rock
A harmonious blend of folk and orchestration, capturing emotional depth through poignant lyrics and stunning melodies.
Why this album works
'Bridge Over Troubled Water' topped the Billboard charts for ten weeks and won five Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. Its title track has become emblematic of the duo's legacy, often recognized for its profound cultural impact and enduring popularity in various media and cover versions.
- Best for
- steady melodic progression emotional depth exploration reflective listening moments
- Context
- Released on January 26, 1970, 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' was Simon & Garfunkel's fifth and final studio album, following their successful 'Bookends.' At this point in their career, the duo had already established themselves as leading voices in the folk rock genre and were experiencing peak commercial success, with a growing fanbase eager for their melodic storytelling.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Donovan· Sixto Rodriguez· Steeleye Span
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bridge Over Troubled Water Standout 4:55
- 2 El cóndor pasa (If I Could) 3:09
- 3 Cecilia Standout 2:55
- 4 Keep the Customer Satisfied 2:38
- 5 So Long, Frank Lloyd Wright 3:45
- 6 The Boxer Standout 5:12
- 7 Baby Driver 3:18
- 8 The Only Living Boy in New York 4:02
- 9 Why Don’t You Write Me 2:45
- 10 Bye Bye Love 2:55
- 11 Song for the Asking 1:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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