Today sees the release of Paul Simon's "Songwriter," a collection of hits and hidden gems hand-picked by Paul himself celebrating his 70th birthday. Get your copy today!
Here is another excerpt from Paul Simon's exclusive interview with Tom Moon about "Songwriter," which will be in stores everywhere October 24th:
Q One distinction that this collection makes clear is that there's a difference between outright political songs and songs that offer a window into our culture. You see yourself as more of a cultural commentator ... and some of the lines in your songs—"Where have you gone Joe DiMaggio"—have actually become part of pop culture.
Happy Belated Birthday to Paul Simon! We're celebrating his 70th birthday with a stream of "Diamonds On The Soles Of Her Shoes." Listen to the track below and check out these liner notes written by Tom Moon for "Songwriter," in stores October 24th:
Q You have always been surgically precise with words. What's the most important element in your lyric writing?
A I guess clarity is the most important thing, although mystery is pleasurable too. The first line of a song is crucial. Listener attention is probably highest at the first line. I try to make those words interesting enough to keep the listener interested.
Q Like "I met my old lover on the street last night."
A Yes, a quick image that tells a story or asks a question.
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