Greatest Hits: Shining Like a National Guitar
Paul Simon · 2000
76 min · 19 tracks · folk rock · soft rock
A vibrant tapestry of folk, rock, and world music woven with introspective lyrics and infectious melodies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks infectious melodies for sing-alongs introspective lyrics for reflection
- Context
- By the time 'Greatest Hits: Shining Like a National Guitar' was released in 2000, Paul Simon was both a celebrated solo artist and former member of Simon & Garfunkel. This compilation album arrived after his commercial peak in the 1980s with 'Graceland', showcasing a career that spanned over three decades and included numerous hits defining the folk rock genre.
- If you like
- folk rock, soft rock
Greatest Hits: Shining Like a National Guitar is an album by Paul Simon, released in 2000. A vibrant tapestry of folk, rock, and world music woven with introspective lyrics and infectious melodies. This compilation not only highlights Simon's extensive catalog but also reached significant chart success, reinforcing his status as a prominent figure in American music. The album is notable for its critical acclaim and popularity, particularly among fans who appreciate the blend of various musical styles that influenced contemporary music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Greatest Hits: Shining Like a National Guitar sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of folk, rock, and world music woven with introspective lyrics and infectious melodies. Rooted in folk rock and soft rock.
What makes Greatest Hits: Shining Like a National Guitar by Paul Simon notable?
This compilation not only highlights Simon's extensive catalog but also reached significant chart success, reinforcing his status as a prominent figure in American music. The album is notable for its critical acclaim and popularity, particularly among fans who appreciate the blend of various musical styles that influenced contemporary music. By the time 'Greatest Hits: Shining Like a National Guitar' was released in 2000, Paul Simon was both a celebrated solo artist and former member of Simon & Garfunkel. This compilation album arrived after his commercial peak in the 1980s with 'Graceland', showcasing a career that spanned over three decades and included numerous hits defining the folk rock genre.
Who is Greatest Hits: Shining Like a National Guitar for?
Greatest Hits: Shining Like a National Guitar works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, infectious melodies for sing-alongs and introspective lyrics for reflection.
How many songs are on Greatest Hits: Shining Like a National Guitar?
Greatest Hits: Shining Like a National Guitar has 19 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Graceland Standout 4:47
- 2 You Can Call Me Al Standout 4:41
- 3 Mother and Child Reunion 2:58
- 4 The Cool, Cool River 4:33
- 5 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover Standout 3:07
- 6 The Obvious Child 4:11
- 7 The Boy in the Bubble 3:57
- 8 Rene and Georgette Magritte With Their Dog After the War 3:43
- 9 Late in the Evening 3:54
- 10 Bernadette 3:28
- 11 Slip Slidin' Away 4:45
- 12 Take Me to the Mardi Gras 3:22
- 13 Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes 5:49
- 14 Still Crazy After All These Years 3:22
- 15 Kodachrome® 3:28
- 16 Loves Me Like a Rock 3:14
- 17 Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard 2:43
- 18 Hearts and Bones 5:38
- 19 Trailways Bus 5:16
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