BOOK/MAGAZINE: Paul Simon's 'Lyrics' Captures Career
For an iconic songwriter whose words, melodies and rhythms are inextricably linked, a page of lyrics might seem like a chassis in search of an engine.
In Paul Simon's case, it's almost impossible to read, and not mentally sing, his familiar lines:
And here's to you, Mrs. Robinson Jesus loves you more than you will know, wo wo wo...
USA Today Music — Paul Simon's Lyrics 1964-2008, out Tuesday, holds the legendary songsmith's entire output in rhymes. "It feels overdue by about ...
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All About Jazz — For an iconic songwriter whose words, melodies and rhythms are inextricably linked, a page of lyrics might seem like a chassis in search of an engine.
In Paul Simon's ... more info
Stereogum —
This year alone we've heard Paul Simon covered by David Byrne, Grizzly Bear, Spoon, Conor Oberst, and Smashing Pumpkins. Perhaps those folks would like a copy of Paul Si... more info
USA Today Music — Paul Simon's Lyrics 1964-2008, out Tuesday, holds the legendary songsmith's entire output in rhymes. "It feels overdue by about ...
more info
USA Today Music — For an iconic songwriter whose words, melodies and rhythms are inextricably linked, a page of lyrics might seem like a chassis ...
more info