Me and Julio // Paul Simon // POMPLAMOOSE ft. Lawrence

If you don’t know the band ‪@lawrencetheband‬, you must go listen to them NOW. I’m just so glad that we were able to do something together while they were on the West Coast. And to get to do this CLASSIC PAUL SIMON song too. It was…heaven. But like a surprisingly difficult heaven, where you wish you’d been able to rehearse your part more but whatever it’s fine.
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A cover of Paul Simon's "Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard" by Pomplamoose & Lawrence.
MUSICIAN CREDITS
Lead Vocals/Ukulele: Clyde Lawrence of ‪@lawrencetheband‬
Background Vocals: Nataly Dawn
Background Vocals/Whistling: Rai Thistlethwayte
Guitar: Jack Conte
Bass: Nick Campbell
Percussion: Ben Rose
AUDIO CREDITS
Engineer: Bill Mims
Assistant Engineer: Jack Corbett
Mixing/Mastering: Caleb Parker
VIDEO CREDITS
Director: Dom Fera
DP: Christian Colwell
Camera Operators: Christopher Li, Austin Hughes
Gaffer: Nash White
Production Designer: Katie Theel
Video Editor/Colorist: Athena Wheaton
Wardrobe/PA: Alex Allen
#Pomplamoose #PaulSimon #Lawrence
LYRICS
Seein' me and Julio down by the schoolyard
Seein' me and Julio down by the schoolyard
Well, Mama pajama rolled outta bed
And she ran to the police station
And when the Papa found out, and began to shout
He started the investigation
It's against the law, it was against the law
What that Mama saw, oh it was against the law
The Mama looked down and spit on the ground
Every time my name gets mentioned
The Papa said "Oy! if I get that boy
I'm gonna stick him in the house of detention"
Well I'm on my way, I don't know where I'm going
I'm on my way, I'm taking my time, but I don't know where
Goodbye Rosie, the queen of Corona
Seein' me and Julio down by the schoolyard
Seein' me and Julio down by the schoolyard
In a couple of days, they're gonna take me away
But the press let the story leak
When the radical priest come to get me released
We was all on the cover of Newsweek
Well I'm on my way, I don't know where I'm going
I'm on my way, I'm taking my time, but I don't know where
Goodbye Rosie, the queen of Corona
Seein' me and Julio down by the schoolyard
Seein' me and Julio down by the schoolyard
Seein' me and Julio down by the schoolyard
Seein' me and Julio down by the schoolyard
Oh oh, down by the schoolyard
Down by the schoolyard
Down by the schoolyard

[@Pomplamoose]

If you haven’t listened to Lawrence before this moment…your life is about to get SO MUCH BETTER. Here’s another one of their songs: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWGUn3Wja9uJa8U (I don’t even know how this sort of thing is possible. They’re just...uhg…so devastatingly good.)

[@WouterWeggelaar]

That song has been on my daily playlist for a while and I can confirm it makes your life BETTER by A LOT Glad to see this heavenly collaboration

[@handlemonium]

Nataly, how's your nose recovery fairing? It's been a few months since you shared about it and it looks good in this month's videos!

[@benlobo3821]

Their cover of Get Busy by Sean Paul is next level fun kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqKZn6WojLF0lbc

[@MichaelPerna1289]

Claude and Gracie saved my 2021!

[@David_Thompson]

Good to see you in touch with your inner hippy and having so much fun!

[@snidelywhiplash]

Whoever did the sound engineering on this deserves a lifetime supply of free drinks.

[@royjanik1615]

Lawrence with Pomplamoose rocking a Walk off the Earth relaxed vibe? This is heaven.

[@tsak912]

That 3 part harmony on “goodbye Rosie” is angelic.

[@paulroberts3639]

You all look like you are having so much fun. Like a bunch of friends who are having a spontaneous jam session. Except that the standard is too high to be accidental. Pure magic.

[@danielmconnolly7]

Hippies...😅

[@spencehewitt]

I was going to post something to the same effect... Just a bunch of friends having a random blast together, but they're all too good lol.

[@adamg6643]

Not spontaneous... but easily capable of producing spontaneous joy 😊

[@richardstones6445]

Dude can whistle…

[@joecorleone]

Rai Whistlethwayte

[@lucilledog8832]

That’s the headline here.

[@philippelereveur]

He's incredible !

[@davidtien331]

That's a different look for Gracie - I didn't even know she could wistle like that. How totally fun - Pomplamoose AND Lawrence together - my two faves!

[@benlobo3821]

This comment is gold

[@danielmconnolly7]

They're changing the band name to Pomplawrence... 😏

[@danielmconnolly7]

@@benlobo3821 I thought it was more like bronze or copper... In mho

[@haroldwilkes6608]

As Lauren Bacall said, "You Know How to Whistle, Don't You Steve?" Sexy voices.

[@kathyueblacker4931]

I think it's the guy next to her that's doing the whistle.

[@colinhimi]

wow that whistling was incredible!!! love this version so much!!!

[@timothypemrich1302]

Lawrence is great, but can we talk about that whistling. Amazing!

[@budtrom]

That whistling is just incredible. Adds such a funky folk vibe to it.

[@danielmconnolly7]

It's edgy...

[@ImAnBoosterBaby]

@@danielmconnolly7 Which sais literally nothing about quality. Things can be edgy and cool or edgy and bad.

[@naelinonceagain]

That whistling though. Mindblowing !

[@ophiushus2016]

Great fun version with an incredible whistle solo! I'm still amazed Paul Simon could foresee the corona pandemic in a song from 1972.

[@jetpac7890]

Lawrence is the best! Would've been nice to get Gracie in there with you, too, but this is really nice. Love those harmonies!

[@GWGuitarStudio]

Good musicians really playing-nothing beats it.

[@bezzarguy]

The whistling put it over the top ( and made me smile)

[@pretenda]

Pomplamoose, Lawrence AND Rai? Three of my favourite artists in one room, damn I wish I was a fly on the wall! Everyone is raving how good Lawrence is, look up Sun Rai as well. Incredible.

[@nicholasleighbarnes]

Late reply, but for those that want to know more about Rai, here you go. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3nYeWqYnKllnq8

[@spryspeedster146]

I wasted all morning looking for my smile. I could not find it to save my life, but then Pomplamoose releases this and I instantly find it in the pantry. Thanks, Pomplamoose!

[@andrewnewbold7246]

I never knew Christian Bale could whistle like that. Such talent!

[@magicmulder]

He can’t, it’s all method acting. 😂

[@cyycher]

W 😂

[@AgentMaayan]

I love everything about this, but especially how Nataly and Clyde's voices sound together. So so good!

[@juliansmith3972]

Special effects? Expensive production? Nah...all you need for mind blowing music is a load of hugely talented friends in their front room!! Truly 'happy making magic'!!

[@sidschaefer2966]

The best part of this is seeing how much you guys love making music together

[@chriskychler1383]

One of my favorite covers. I’d love to hear them cover Late In The Evening.

[@DuncanJimmy]

First time I've ever heard anyone whistle through their teeth as well as that, holy cow. Super impressive!

[@guillaumeserin8004]

What a tempo lesson that is. Even whistling ornements seem to be performed with a good damn click. Up to the task as always, thank you all ;)

[@RJRonquillo]

Sounds stellar. Sidenote: I would love to hear Blake Mills play slide over this.

[@danielmconnolly7]

Is nobody gonna talk about the Lipstick pickup on Jack's guitar..? 🤔

[@malcolmadams2105]

Us guitar players really do watch the same stuff.. 😀

[@andryymusic]

jesus christ yes please

[@scotsnyder29]

Great arrangement! I’ve never heard tighter three-part harms, and the whistle? Awesome!

[@franstimmer8475]

Love, love, love, what a voice that Lawrence has and a beautiful harmony

[@BassByTheBay]

*AWESOME.* Love how organic this sounds. And Rai is looking like quite the hippie these days -- giving off some serious young Cat Stevens vibes. 😊

[@charalambosanaxagorou9806]

Perfect set up for this classic cover.. Impressing whistling by Rai Thistlethwayte..remembering him since Woodstock days of '69..still rocking..

[@CarlosCabreraMusic]

love the livingroom vibe, the whistling, the vocals, the drums...fantastic!!!

[@danielmconnolly7]

You should hear the basement grunge version...😅

[@lakshmiismyhomegirl]

OMG. I cannot stop listening to this insanely good cover. Understatement. Mind blown.

[@williamlosch]

yo its the dude from the KNOWER who rips the synth! Awesome whistle

[@louisdirect]

I absolutely love this version. It has a great vibe!

[@mgratk]

Best version of this song I've heard since I saw Paul Simon do it in Central Park live about 31 years ago. THAT was an amazing day.

[@kinggimped]

Dude that's Rai Thistlethwayte, he's a legendary musician in his own right... god damn this entire thing slaps so hard it isn't even fair

[@FliteTest]

Classic! @lawrence is quality and they are uber talented! Well done yall, love this!

[@MattsBrabus]

How can so many people have so much fun!

[@1dancy]

Julio et moi dans la cours d'école! Ben ça c't'un beau p'tit brin de soleil! Merci!

[@njmcliffe]

Love this song, love this version.

[@musiloko787]

Wow, that's wistlying in tune!!! As alwats, a great version

[@careful...Icarus]

Never actually heard a cover of this song. Brilliant. The guy has a real Randy Newman vibe to his voice. The girl is a fantastic counterpart/counterpoint. Request do I Love L.A. lol.

[@jazzjm10]

Rai, the whistle king, Thistlethwaite! Love to see him being part of this!

[@Category5]

Yessss! Damn, Clyde! What a great voice! So much talent in that room.

[@jaredcrowley5666]

Some of the fondest memories I have are from gathering with musician friends and playing together. Learn an instrument, I promise it will make your life better.

[@tomeemerson]

love the whistleblower, the group nailed this classic, made my day to watch.

[@KepaTairua]

Good to see ol' mate Rai still kicking it with Pomplamoose/Scary Pockets. Really wholesome jam, team!

[@stevenonesound]

Fantastic!

[@MotoLen51]

Clyde is an amazing musician, I love his piano playing and his voice is out of this world. Thanks for this, it made my day.

[@la_petite_lo]

Seriously ?!! My two favorite bands in one song ! 💛

[@johndelatorre4794]

One of the underrated Paul Simon songs, I love the way you guys are just doing it like a good old jam session. Wonderful. Have a great Christmas thanks for the tunes in 2021

[@mountainneko]

It's always n9ce to see you having so much fun when singing together ❤❤👍👍

[@michaelmitchell9331]

Whistle dude is an absolute rock star

[@andryymusic]

his voice is amazing

[@davewanamaker3690]

Your band brings me such joy because of the joy you show while singing. Thank you.

[@joshzilm]

Rai Thistlethwayte is a genuine musical master. I love everything he does, or is a part of.

[@TorontoDave100]

I love the amazing vibe in the room as they sing the song. So happy and positive.

[@user-kc7sz2qh5f]

Thanks for another interesting video. We wish the channel PomplamooseMusic prosperity and wealth. Greetings from Ukraine!

[@metropolis10]

this was so much fun! definitely a WotE vibe for me and that is a great thing! checking out Lawrence now should be right up my alley!

[@abeardneglected]

It’s so beautiful.

[@sonyahannah]

Utter DELIGHT -- for the ears and for the eyes, seeing how much fun those music-makers were having. And that was some FINE whistling!

[@berryblissstudios]

Too many of my favorite artists to handle. So many talented humans in that room! Wow.

[@CharlieLamdin]

These "jam" session style are my favourite Pomplamoose videos. Awesome. You can feel the fun they were having!

[@artrolf4223]

Yes, I love that song, and I remember when it first came out. (Love the "Mooses" also)

[@BoxedMusic]

The vibes in the room are so wholesome ❤ I'm artificially limited to a single thumbs up, so here's more to Pomplamoose and Lawrence: 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@carlosivanpereiraaranguiz7802]

Felicidades por sus videos los espero todas las semanas, son muy buenos 👍

[@antoinenhn3874]

One genius and a bunch of very talented people....

[@thinkpadBentnoseTheBlind]

I loved it all, but the fella whistlin got me in the end. Bravo all and awesome work and talent by all. Wowsers!

[@sneako]

This is so funny, I discovered @Lawrence at the beginning of this week, and I was thinking how cool it would be if they did a collab with Pomplamoose. Christmas came early!

[@demolitioner962]

How have I only just found this. Been a fan of Rai (Thirsty Merc) since I've been a kid and i've been following Lawrence for a few years now too. Worlds colliding!!!

[@TiborSzentmarjay]

My favourites playing together. Wow. Thanks!

[@ComicCrossing]

love this song. Josh Turner Guitars cover is perpetually on my playlist.

[@danielmconnolly7]

Josh Turner & Pomplamoose are two of the best sources of musical entertainment on KZbin. P.S. A Pomplamoose is a grapefruit...🙄

[@iansampson2477]

The smile on Nataly's face shows you are having fun doing this song. Thanks for all the music you produce. Merry Christmas from Australia,

[@JustinAnderson-b7x]

I love the energy of your studio sessions but these more intimate gatherings fill my soul with joy! A song I would love to hear you guys do is Steely Dan's Only a Fool Would Say That. Do you have that song in your wheelhouse? If not, maybe Reminiscing by the Little River Band?

[@johnventura1637]

I love it when a bunch of talented musicians get together and really enjoy themselves! this was great! I would pay money to be in that room - Pamplamoose, Lawrence and the great Rai Thistlethwayte.

[@christianspanfellner3293]

Thank you, Pomplamoose, for making me realize what the lyrics are actually about, one song at a time. 😀

[@RickBrennan]

I’m absolutely disgusted. Completely disgusted by how talented you all are. This channel is the gift that keeps on giving. Something new all the time. Thanks.

[@susanzoeckler4926]

Well, Merry Early Christmas to all of us. Thanks -- Pomplamoose & Lawrence -- for this awesome gift. It fits perfectly!

[@collinw1353]

The joy in everyone's faces says it all. What fun!

[@johnwright5126]

This is the best cover of Me and Julio EVER!!!

[@matto9734]

I think the amount of good vibes this is causing is enough for having a whole splendid 2022 ;-)

[@mrbigg151]

Two very talented groups that I found by mistake are having a jam session?👀👂🎶... I'll take one front row ticket down by the schoolyard.

[@paulnickaloobie5256]

Right then. I've proper been on the session for three days, zero kip. And about this time yesterday I was utterly loving tunes from thee. But this has taken the cake. Absolutely astounding. Love this. Fell over twice. Love you.

[@scottrowe533]

A warm vibe and a very cool groove; almost like a handful of good friends jamming late on a Friday night at someone's home. Thank you.

[@atuliti]

That whistle and smile on all band players ....Yey !! Well played, all 👍

[@peace.1130]

My standing ovation, hit the bull's-eye, we are waiting for New Year's songs!!!

[@KowboySantos]

excellent!

[@smetlogik]

👀Eyes on Me. You should probably do another collab with Lawrence.

[@eugeniosoddu5616]

Congratulations !!! Great cover. Rai Thistlethwayte's style is the same of Russell Hammond in Almost Famous film 🙂

[@TheLoonster333]

Love seeing Rai Thistlethwayte on this.

[@lanniehilboldt69]

First..amazing...second I have that same Danelectro guitar...it was my brothers first guitar back in the 60's.... :)

[@LKNDIY]

Such a legendary rendition

[@80thtasties85]

Cool swingy version - mesmerizing performance !!! cheers from germany! hey Paul - like it ??

[@andrewmcnutt9849]

Made me smile

[@victorseal9047]

Great !

[@christopher-wolter]

This cover is like a musical séance, calling up all the good vibes and memories of my late pops who just loved the original. Thanks @pomplamoose 💕!

[@kevinwilley968]

By far my favorite Paul Simon song. you folks are awesome, keep it up.

[@yokine8]

OMG you've teamed up with Rai Thistlethwayte from Australian band Thirsty Merc. I love them, i love you... how happy am i! PLEASE tell me you've done more stuff with Rai...

[@All-greatness]

Pomp (that girl who made a daft punk album) was makin one with pol Simon

[@kasperveenvliet5654]

Three of my favorite musicians/ singers together. What’s more to like 😊

[@mord111111]

AWESOME