jonno_norton
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One of the greatest albums of all times. Not anything spectacular by today's standards; we import sounds from all over the world and disguise them as American classics. But you have to give Paul Simon credit for doing it so well, and not being afraid to admit it up front instead of plagiarizing the cultures he borrowed from in creating this album. And the song writing is amazing too.
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MirageRF
(Clemmons, NC, USA) | | Posted: Mar 27, 2013 - 10:53 | |
Everybody in my rehab group loves this song!
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uilekiek
| | Posted: Mar 12, 2013 - 01:20 | |
best album by paul simon listen to vocalsj
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snakechaser
(Boringtown, Bible Belt) | | Posted: Feb 08, 2013 - 16:33 | |
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Lazarus
(Bethany) | | Posted: Jan 08, 2013 - 08:44 | |
Everybody in my church loves this song...
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oldsaxon
(Wales via Vancouver, BC.) | | Posted: Dec 23, 2012 - 08:00 | |
ch83575 wrote:Graceland haters? Seriously?
This is one of the greatest albums of all time, at least in my book. The whole thing is perfect, simply perfect. I couldn't agree more. Absolutely amazing album with some absolutely amazing artists. |
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Kaisersosay
(Mighty Mighty Bostown) | | Posted: Nov 06, 2012 - 14:09 | |
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ch83575
| | Posted: Oct 21, 2012 - 14:38 | |
Graceland haters? Seriously?
This is one of the greatest albums of all time, at least in my book. The whole thing is perfect, simply perfect.
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joelbb
| | Posted: Oct 21, 2012 - 14:32 | |
I wish he'd shut up and let Ladysmith sing.
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bamenda
(Germany) | | Posted: Oct 06, 2012 - 05:21 | |
Excellent album! Great song. Thanks for the good vibes and the well chosen music- everyday! Greets from France!
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Xstar
(Ya'll, Kentucky) | | Posted: Sep 20, 2012 - 02:00 | |
a solid 5  |
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TerryS
(Another SW) | | Posted: Jul 03, 2012 - 17:51 | |
This was really good on the speaker of my new (to me)1965 Austin A55. That car is now history - not a bad place to leave PS.
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rdo
(DC) | | Posted: Jun 17, 2012 - 14:16 | |
Byronape wrote:
I get what he's saying, but us Americans have taken over the Queen's English and made our own bastardized language. And since we are also lazy, improper usage starts to gain ground and become accepted.
Not true. |
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enkay
(Vancouver Island) | | Posted: Jun 17, 2012 - 14:12 | |
Byronape wrote:
On a side note, I'm going to start using the expression "the mutt's nuts". That's just awesome for a mental child like myself.
I've also heard "the dog's underplums" used too, if you're seeking a little more canine testicular variety in your compliments. |
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Byronape
("post-capitalist wreckageville") | | Posted: Apr 15, 2012 - 01:51 | |
fredriley wrote:
A pedant writes: 'clueless' can't be comparative. You either have clues, or you don't, and if you don't you can't be more or less clueless than someone else.
I can't be doing with Paul Simon's 'homages' (aka appropriations/rip-offs) of African music. Keep the Africans, ditch PS, IMO. But what the hey, others think he's the dog's bollox so wtf do I know? Other than to hit mute when he starts warbling.
Cynaera wrote:
fredriley, I tried to slog through that miasma of incomprehensible garble - I really did! But I don't understand what you were trying to say. I'm guessing you didn't like the song.
Please dumb it down for me, okay? I'm not college-educated.
Fred's making a grammar argument that the word "clueless" was used incorrectly when being used to compare things. I get what he's saying, but us Americans have taken over the Queen's English and made our own bastardized language. And since we are also lazy, improper usage starts to gain ground and become accepted. He's also saying that he doesn't think Paul Simon should be doing anything with African music. He's suggesting that we exchange real music making Africans for Paul Simon and let Paul jump into the next lions mouth. The next sentence is saying basically that others think he's great. Also, the expression "dog's bollox" (aka the mutt's nuts) is actually commonly used as a positive thing (thanks for the previous correction Fred) despite it's actual content. For an interesting read regarding the expression... http://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/dog's%20bollocks.html
On a side note, I'm going to start using the expression "the mutt's nuts". That's just awesome for a mental child like myself. |
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(former member)
(hotel in Las Vegas) | | Posted: Mar 30, 2012 - 10:42 | |
This song is soooo good it puts a spring in my step this spring day... from a truly great album...
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(former member)
(hotel in Las Vegas) | | Posted: Feb 27, 2012 - 18:22 | |
marvelous... love it... love this album...
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Alpine
(N39d39mW121d30m) | | Posted: Jan 10, 2012 - 21:07 | |
If I ever hear this again, it will be too soon.
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(former member)
(hotel in Las Vegas) | | Posted: Jan 10, 2012 - 21:04 | |
love this song... love this whole album...
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oooresultooo
| | Posted: Dec 26, 2011 - 08:05 | |
Please delete this song from playlist!
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(former member)
(hotel in Las Vegas) | | Posted: Nov 24, 2011 - 14:46 | |
Everybody in my hotel room loves this song...
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drsteevo
(Location Location) | | Posted: Nov 08, 2011 - 09:36 | |
fredriley wrote:A pedant writes: 'clueless' can't be comparative. You either have clues, or you don't, and if you don't you can't be more or less clueless than someone else.
English is a living language, and I am sure your version in England is different than Bluedot's in California. However, I can assure you that everyone in the US understood what Bluedot meant when they wrote "most clueless comment" — the "clueless" was being used as a synonym for stupid. So, "clueless" can most certainly be comparative in colloquial English. Also, this song is great! |
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(former member)
(hotel in Las Vegas) | | Posted: Oct 07, 2011 - 21:30 | |
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finoufk
(Bordeaux - france) | | Posted: Sep 22, 2011 - 08:30 | |
OMELET, omelet to see onions hum i'm hungry !
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Netto
(Khimki, Russia) | | Posted: Sep 06, 2011 - 11:29 | |
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smackiepipe
(Western North Carolina) | | Posted: May 19, 2011 - 07:40 | |
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vandal
(arriving somewhere, but not here. . .) | | Posted: May 03, 2011 - 12:05 | |
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cohifi
(Denver) | | Posted: Apr 01, 2011 - 20:34 | |
SaintPeter wrote:This song needs to go.
Where to? |
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Cynaera
(South of Neanderthal) | | Posted: Apr 01, 2011 - 20:32 | |
fredriley wrote:
A pedant writes: 'clueless' can't be comparative. You either have clues, or you don't, and if you don't you can't be more or less clueless than someone else.
I can't be doing with Paul Simon's 'homages' (aka appropriations/rip-offs) of African music. Keep the Africans, ditch PS, IMO. But what the hey, others think he's the dog's bollox so wtf do I know? Other than to hit mute when he starts warbling.
fredriley, I tried to slog through that miasma of incomprehensible garble - I really did! But I don't understand what you were trying to say. I'm guessing you didn't like the song. Please dumb it down for me, okay? I'm not college-educated. |
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SaintPeter
(Denver) | | Posted: Apr 01, 2011 - 20:29 | |
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