The Essential Simon & Garfunkel
Simon & Garfunkel · 2003
118 min · 40 tracks · folk rock · folk-pop · soft rock
Timeless harmonies interweave with poignant storytelling, creating a reflective tapestry of American folk rock.
Why this album works
'The Essential Simon & Garfunkel' achieved significant commercial success, reaching No. 14 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album has been praised for its curation of iconic songs that have shaped the folk-rock genre, solidifying the duo's legacy. Its release revitalized interest in their music, introducing new listeners to their profound lyrical themes and harmonious sound.
- Best for
- reflective storytelling moments dynamic journeys with peaks long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'The Essential Simon & Garfunkel' serves as a comprehensive compilation that encapsulates the duo's illustrious career. This album arrived after their reunion performance at the 2003 Grammy Awards, showcasing their enduring influence on folk music and pop culture. It highlights key tracks from their journey, including classics from their early days in the 1960s to later works.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Donovan· Sixto Rodriguez· Steeleye Span
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Sound of Silence Standout 3:06
- 2 Wednesday Morning, 3 A.M. (live) 2:44
- 3 Bye Bye Love 2:48
- 4 Bleecker Street 2:45
- 5 I Am a Rock 2:51
- 6 A Most Peculiar Man (live) 2:33
- 7 Richard Cory 2:56
- 8 Kathy’s Song (live) 3:22
- 9 Scarborough Fair / Canticle 3:10
- 10 Homeward Bound 2:29
- 11 Sparrow (live) 3:03
- 12 Leaves That Are Green (live) 2:30
- 13 He Was My Brother 2:50
- 14 The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin’ Groovy) 1:55
- 15 The Dangling Conversation 2:38
- 16 A Poem on the Underground Wall (live) 2:06
- 17 Blessed (live) 3:42
- 18 Cloudy 2:23
- 19 Blues Run the Game 2:52
- 20 A Hazy Shade of Winter 2:18
Disc 2
- 1 Mrs. Robinson Standout 4:03
- 2 Bridge Over Troubled Water Standout 4:53
- 3 At the Zoo 2:23
- 4 Fakin’ It 3:18
- 5 Old Friends 2:35
- 6 Bookends Theme 1:21
- 7 Punky’s Dilemma 2:13
- 8 Overs (live) 2:25
- 9 A Church Is Burning (live) 3:22
- 10 America 3:37
- 11 El cóndor pasa (If I Could) 3:07
- 12 Cecilia 2:54
- 13 Keep the Customer Satisfied 2:34
- 14 So Long, Frank Lloyd Wright 3:42
- 15 The Boxer 5:09
- 16 Baby Driver 3:16
- 17 The Only Living Boy in New York 3:58
- 18 Song for the Asking 1:50
- 19 For Emily, Whenever I May Find Her (live) 2:26
- 20 My Little Town 3:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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