The Best of Simon and Garfunkel
Simon & Garfunkel · 1999
64 min · 20 tracks · folk rock · folk-pop · soft rock
Timeless harmonies weave through poignant lyrics, capturing the essence of a transformative era in American music.
Why this album works
- Best for
- reflective, introspective listening moments dynamic emotional storytelling gentle, soothing background ambiance
- Context
- Released in 1999, this compilation showcases Simon & Garfunkel's most significant hits during their peak years in the 1960s. By this time, they had already disbanded and reunited for brief tours, making this album a nostalgic collection that introduced new listeners to their influential sound.
- If you like
- folk rock, folk-pop, soft rock
The Best of Simon and Garfunkel is an album by Simon & Garfunkel, released in 1999. Timeless harmonies weave through poignant lyrics, capturing the essence of a transformative era in American music. This compilation reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, affirming the duo's lasting popularity even decades after their initial success. It also played a crucial role in introducing their music to a new generation, solidifying their legacy as folk rock pioneers. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Best of Simon and Garfunkel sound like?
Timeless harmonies weave through poignant lyrics, capturing the essence of a transformative era in American music. Rooted in folk rock and folk-pop.
What makes The Best of Simon and Garfunkel by Simon & Garfunkel notable?
This compilation reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, affirming the duo's lasting popularity even decades after their initial success. It also played a crucial role in introducing their music to a new generation, solidifying their legacy as folk rock pioneers. Released in 1999, this compilation showcases Simon & Garfunkel's most significant hits during their peak years in the 1960s. By this time, they had already disbanded and reunited for brief tours, making this album a nostalgic collection that introduced new listeners to their influential sound.
Who is The Best of Simon and Garfunkel for?
The Best of Simon and Garfunkel works well if you're into reflective, introspective listening moments, dynamic emotional storytelling and gentle, soothing background ambiance.
How many songs are on The Best of Simon and Garfunkel?
The Best of Simon and Garfunkel has 20 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 The Sound of Silence Standout 3:07
- 2 Homeward Bound 2:28
- 3 I Am a Rock 2:51
- 4 The Dangling Conversation 2:38
- 5 Scarborough Fair / Canticle 3:10
- 6 The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin’ Groovy) 1:55
- 7 A Hazy Shade of Winter 2:17
- 8 At the Zoo 2:24
- 9 Fakin’ It 3:12
- 10 Mrs. Robinson Standout 4:03
- 11 Old Friends / Bookends 3:57
- 12 The Boxer 5:10
- 13 Bridge Over Troubled Water Standout 4:54
- 14 Cecilia 2:56
- 15 The Only Living Boy in New York 3:59
- 16 Song for the Asking 1:51
- 17 El Condor Pasa (If I Could) 3:08
- 18 For Emily, Whenever I May Find Her (live) 2:22
- 19 America 3:37
- 20 My Little Town 3:52
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