Author paul simon biography wikipedia

Paul Simon born October 13, is an American musician and songwriter. He is of Jewish descent and became famous as a member of Simon and Garfunkel , with his friend, Art Garfunkel. He wrote their songs. The two went their separate ways in the early s and since then Simon has become a successful solo artist. His next success was in with "Sounds of Silence" which went to Number 1.

His album Graceland is very well-known. He is still producing music. His newest album is called Surprise. Simon has received three honorary doctorates in music, including one from Yale University and one from Berklee College of Music.

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