Paul Simon - Diamonds On The Soles Of Her Shoes

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Lyrics:
(a-wa) O kodwa u zo-nge li-sa namhlange
(a-wa a-wa) Si-bona kwenze ka kanjani
(a-wa a-wa) Amanto mbazane ayeza
She's a rich girl
She don't try to hide it
Diamonds on the soles of her shoes

[@mikenco]

I can't believe Paul is in his 80s... I got Graceland for my 15th birthday. I'm in my 50's now. Where did the time go? Any youngster reading this, take note LIVE, LOVE, EVERYDAY! Time flies by, then all those things that you promised you'd do become harder because of joints, eyes, pain and life getting in the way. I ignored this advice back in my day. You probably will do too.. or will you??

[@1950kath]

❤ 💕

[@garethwilkinson3456]

For me, with my S.A past (made but not much time there) I love this.

[@bvgraphics6434]

I too agree with you

[@bvgraphics6434]

I used to look up to my father for Christmas clothes, can't believe today my kids now looking up to me for their Christmas clothes now Life is a circle live in peace and take care of yourself

[@virginiaczarnecki1478]

Can't believe how all the greats are dying.

[@shauneses.377]

I remember hearing Graceland at the age of 14. My mom would play that album all of the time. As a african american at that age I was so taken by his respectful incorporation of african tongues into his songs. My mom would play music by Ladysmith Black Mambazo so when I heard them on this album I developed such a profound respect for Paul Simon, as an Artist and his ability to tell a story within the song. I lost my MIND when I saw him in concert one summer in Columbia Maryland (can't remember the year). I play Paul Simon any time my soul needs to rest from aggravation, while painting, or just to be in a sublime mood. Thank you Mr. Simon.

[@alvinwilliams8951]

Mr. Simon's love of this music goes easy back. His mother and child reunion was the first (ska, i hope that's correct) early reggae hit in America.

[@dumisaniphakathi7586]

kwakuhle sisi omuhle

[@roro6320]

I went to see him in Columbia Maryland as well in 2018 or 2017 and it was life changing

[@ajaypalsinghbhatti8901]

Nice nice peace fulllllll

[@rockvilleraven]

@@roro6320 Must have been at Merriwether Posr Pavilion during the summer

[@yelljal2764]

Thank you, Paul Simon, for sharing the beauty of African culture on this album. Zulu is such a beautiful language that is rarely heard/listened to by English speakers, especially in the US.

[@loreman7267]

It's one of the world's best languages for singing in! And not too difficult to pronounce, once you get past the clicks, heh!

[@LynzeeTomlinson]

Dad, If for some reason you see this, thank you for sharing such great music with me! I love you

[@leapoldstotch4987]

This album was every car journey as a kid , thanks Dad

[@karyng4448]

Me too!! Except with mom :) perfect road trip album

[@andrewnance2156]

I hope there are thousands of us out there!

[@backdoorsin000999]

Haha true, I thought it were just me and my brothers on the long road!

[@xaponetta]

I second that 100%

[@christineichoho4820]

Oh yeah. No childhood roadtrip was complete without this.

[@jbos5107]

I watched this with my sister so many times. It was our youtube therapy when we were down. I miss her so much. Jennifer Brown July 21 1955 -January 21 2021. Poochie I hope you are walking on streets of gold with diamonds on the soles of your shoes.

[@deadheadwannabe6874]

I'm so sorry for your loss..

[@cosmic-creepers9207]

♥️

[@temp5782]

She is still with you.

[@JuliaSantos-zk8ds]

April 2024 and I still love Graceland ❤️

[@sammymiller7857]

Hopefully one day we’ll get there ❤️

[@CalifornianCuttlefish]

I love the African rhythms and tones of this album, it's just beautiful.

[@badelson1103]

When I was a desperate mother of 3 children under the age of 5, one newborn with serious medical issues, I would play this song and dance with my babies to relieve stress in 1988 West Hollywood.

[@maryshaffer8474]

I hear you. I had a disabled child and nothing in bank account to get to Dr but this was so good to listen to in time of trials.

[@kanyeakwehoulaye9728]

And where was your husband?

[@Pigg4123]

I remember standing on my dads feet as a small child while he danced with me to this song. My best memory. I'm sure it kids feel the same

[@clamourincessant6974]

How nice you had this song as a source of happiness and comfort. Hope you guys got out of those circumstances. Oh, ha, missed the "1988" part :)

[@kamster518]

Kanyea Kweh Oulaye there’s not always a husband in the picture, doesn’t need to be. Sure she was great mum all herself and hope everyone’s still going and healthy

[@nanclause]

I played this album almost everyday when I was pregnant in 1988 with my daughter and my husband and I danced and danced all around the family room. After my daughter was born she recognized this music and loved this album. It was such a joyous time. I miss her so much.

[@johnrose5759]

Where is your daughter now?

[@CamperVanClark]

Beautiful. You are a good writer. Straight to the point yet poignant, with a hint of mystery and heartbreak. I love this song and the whole album as well.

[@nanclause]

@@johnrose5759 My daughter has estranged herself from me and her Dad going on three years now with no real explanation. She lives 3 hours away from us.

[@madelinefarrellysmith1155]

I'm so sorry to hear that, family is so important. Hopefully she'll come back to you xx

[@mrsmacca126]

@@nanclause❤❤❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏

[@youngc570]

This is Simon's best song, and I'm tired of pretending it's not.

[@righteousshadowsdojopt.3979]

It's not.

[@myguykaikai9215]

100% agree. Nothing moves my soul like this song.

[@garethjones6566]

One of the greatest records of the 80's and probably one of the finest of all time 👏 👌

[@markhoran70]

Growing up in south africa in the 80s, this was a God send. the end of apartheid was at the end of the tunnel, but this kind of music showed us that people if people of different races and backgrounds could get together we could make rhythm like no other.

[@3rdWorldMiss]

I agree. Something about seeing black and white artists together warms my heart. It's just said how majority of Afrikaners look down on black music...

[@Serai3]

LBM had a whole new audience after this album. One of the best records ever.

[@gillianandrews3951]

and it's why I recently knew, here in new york city, that I wanted to take a gumboot dance class with a teacher in South Africa! Keep building the bridges.

[@MsLogjam]

I remember being at the laundromat thirty years ago and reading in the daily paper of my city that Mandela had been released. It was freezing outside and the ground was covered with snow (in Ohio) but I felt so warm. It was like a miracle.

[@boobsftw553]

@@MsLogjam Beautiful memory.

[@bridgetteholton3134]

The bass guitar playing is out of this world!! Love from WEST AFRICA,GHANA

[@JMarsh-hm5og]

No lie. Sounds like he has more than 2 hands. He's all over that bass. www.notreble.com/buzz/2012/06/25/diamonds-on-the-soles-of-her-shoes-isolated-bass-vocals/

[@brianschulz7951]

Ever try to play it! Tricky as F!!!

[@ashtonrobbins4505]

Think its a Mr Ray Phiri, South Africa

[@mrr4031]

@@ashtonrobbins4505 The bassist is Bakithi Khumalo, also a South African

[@paulsimon342]

Hello Thanks for your comment and supports, your comments and constant support has brought me this far. Keep Supporting ❤️ Please send me a mail [e-mail]

[@godwinfynn1454]

2024 anyone?😊

[@alhassant9204]

Oh yes. Best song from that album. Eternal.

[@saraamelia8746]

Sorry, 2023 here still

[@charlesperez9976]

When I was 15 years old my father and I had terrible differences. But then Graceland came out, we listened together, and somehow, it made everything right again! Thank you for making that happen. To this day, I (almost) exclusively listen to African music! Changed my life!

[@dirkdiggler5637]

"Ah, the power of music is something else."

[@SamMejah]

I remember listening to this on the radio when i was a child in Kenya, East Africa. Paul Simon brought warmth to many African people who were going through struggle and suffering at a time when many African Countries were being ravaged by civil wars and apartheid

[@grahamball9375]

Kenya had been independent since 1963 ( Dec 12th if I recall!). So what kind of struggle were you battling with 23 years later?

[@olliebowen5986]

Graham Ball independence ≠ peace and civility

[@wanjirukarago9308]

KBC The sundowner show back in the days

[@michaelheery6303]

ITS NEVER PLAYED ON RADIO IN KENYA

[@jennaasp2937]

Umm the word apartheid is from South Africa are u sure u from Kenya

[@retsdon]

100 years - or maybe even 1000 years- from now, some kid somewhere will first hear this song and the rest of this album, and he'll be blown away and go around raving about it to everyone he can find. The beauty of the music and lyrics is timeless.

[@IlluminatingNight]

Honestly, that's me right now. I'm 25 and just discovered this album a couple of months ago, and I'm obsessed. I'm telling everybody about it.

[@veetoe4836]

At this rate, the human race will be dead in 1000 years

[@TheTwardSays]

It's me right now lol... It started with hearing You Can Call Me Al, and now I'm just going down the Graceland and Paul Simon/Simon and Garfunkel rabbit hole

[@goldensunlight04]

I believe it! ❤

[@sandrastrakova7024]

Im 32, two years ago I discovered "50 ways to leave your lover" and I could not be happier everytime when I discover such music gems 🥰

[@ronrogers6942]

No matter how down you are this song continues to put a smile on my face.

[@rjjcms1]

And the singing,and the band.

[@happyorsadkey]

Did you know this song is only for Fat Mean People that are both smart and stupid?

[@antgarc576]

My grandma to this day plays her Graceland cassette dancing in her room all by herself, I love her & I love this music !

[@jaydemo5792]

I think that is so INCREDIBLY KOOL ! Tell Grandma that is the key to longevity and never , ever stop ! May God Bless You & Your Entire Family......,.

[@scheusselmensch5713]

So why aren't you dancing with her??

[@paulchapa5845]

I am on my mid-40th now, i heard this song when I was 10 years old in 1990 , but still, I love this song till today

[@JacquelineFox-xo6jn]

my granma and your grandma sitting by the fire?

[@d.foerster6475]

In youtube type in the this song title and alternative and it is an incredible version of this song with bass and vocals.

[@KnightsInSatansService]

From an Irish Dad & a Belizean Mom, I can't begin to express how hard this song hits me.

[@D_isco_D_ancer]

*Im not denying the lyricism mastery but Mr. Simon without that band and those amazing backing vocals wont be the same. Africa brings joy to Humanity.*

[@victorminella7861]

That’s the point of this whole album.

[@marcq4106]

The beats that made this a classic was provided by a Ghanaian producer... the Ghanaian highlife is evident

[@beth3839]

Paul Simon is a Folk Song legend. Sometimes I wake up & 1 of his songs is playing in my head. That’s the start of a beautiful day.

[@moxespeace5736]

Who's still listening to dis classic jam 2021🇳🇬

[@flemingchrisjohn]

I am and at 62 listen to it and do not buy slave labour/diamonds again...

[@drfreud7993]

Me and love it

[@angeliquedewilde300]

Me 🙂

[@youphirum8030]

Me ........

[@cynthiawolf2467]

Me too...💫💖💫

[@kerithmccoy3060]

RIP Ladysmith's Joseph Shabalala and Johnny Clegg of Juluka

[@alanawilson6104]

Indeed may the all rest in Power

[@christymearna3912]

😓💯❣️

[@peterdenew7459]

Lucky enough to see both of them live !

[@lunaazule1899]

I liked this song when a young girl who like to dance. I saw me as Diamond Shoes girl. It was a song that lifted my spirits. Today I'm going on 80 and just 'discovered' it again. Excuse me, I MUST dance before it's over!

[@bataungmohapeloa3002]

hahahaha Dance Luna, Dance!!!

[@ferglesnerk]

Young girl? You were 45 when this song came out!

[@_SPREZZATURA_McGEE_]

@@ferglesnerk Shhh!! ..we're all dancing w/ Luna here, David. No Grumpy ppl allowed.

[@luluwinke6581]

yo yo you dance a in those Diamond Shoes avec feathers

[@gobbollino2688]

Her English is not clear enough to decipher what she means Obviously as ‘Dave’ (above) says she would have been 45 yrs old at the time of this song 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@jacquelinefox2632]

Do you know exactly what Paul Simon did? He brought music where music is missing.., Xxxxxxxx.

[@felinefinetessaslegacy]

Cat Dad here got to see Paul and dancers perform this live. A great memory, thank you Paul. SHARED to our Playlist. ♥#tessaslegacy

[@cruelcuts]

RIP, guitarist Ray Phiri, such a unique player.

[@GildaLee27]

Graceland by Paul Simon is probably among the best and most significant albums in my lifetime so far. Paul Simon is a world treasure. After 30 years, this album still gets me going. In a word, it's a masterpiece. I could say the same for his album, _There Goes Rhymin' Simon_. God bless Paul Simon! May he live long -- his songs definitely will.

[@FromtheHerts81]

I couldn't have said it better myself. My parents had it on vinyl, then years later I got it on CD. Graceland remains one of the, if not the, greatest and most consistently enjoyable albums I know, without doubt. And this song is probably the best one on there.

[@JoshDone]

Easily. I am so privileged to have seen the Graceland tour twice - once, in the fourth row at Radio City Music Hall, with Miriam Makeba and Hugh Masekela. One of my all time favorite records.

[@FromtheHerts81]

You lucky devil!

[@sameoldthing6433]

GildaLee27 Wristband is a good album.

[@IanKnox_40oz]

Howard jone

[@berthiltanke8377]

This was the very first record i ever bought... Graceland... still strong after almost 35 years.

[@npmerrill]

Still crazy, too lol - crazy good

[@paulsimon342]

Hello Thanks for your comment and supports, your comments and constant support has brought me this far. Keep Supporting ❤️ Please send me a mail [e-mail]

[@ngozijoe2243]

Amazing leg work

[@MJ-me5nj]

FIRST CD I ever bought too. I'll never forget it. Have it framed

[@cornelia22]

Even though my childhood was terrible, marked by violence, hatred and humiliation, I also associate it with good things, like Paul Simon's music. My mother listened to the album Graceland up and down every day. I remember Paul's voice giving me goosebumps then and now, but also enveloping me with love and energy. One of the best albums of all time.

[@tcme11]

I'm so sorry. You are a joy and a survivor.

[@LNNovak11]

What I love about Paul Simon is the way he dresses up complex issues like consumerism and classism (and racism) and puts them in a musical package so divine you can help but listen. Even if you don't get the undertones at first, they will eventually unwrap themselves through repeated listens. Music is the most potent way to change the world, and he's done a tremendous job of it.

[@paulsimon342]

Hello Thanks for your comment and supports, your comments and constant support has brought me this far. Keep Supporting ❤️ Please send me a mail [e-mail]

[@luluwinke6581]

they will eventually unwrap themselves v i a repeated [through] listen/glisten

[@rjjcms1]

Pair of ladies shoes for sale. Recently acquired. Will listen to offers starting at £30,000.

[@lnb29]

that's because, like any artist worth anything, he doesn't 'dress up' anything, he writes about life. you see in it what you see in life. in your case, you see all those isms you mentioned

[@ahimbisibweamon8176]

What was the story in this song?

[@kevgh3869]

The bass guitar playing is out of this world!!

[@zigisamblak]

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bakithi_Kumalo

[@kevgh3869]

I already know who he is.

[@lmfap79]

take a listen to you can call me Al

[@kevgh3869]

a Million times :)

[@kibblesnbits9146]

Thabo Sethipa what was ray phiri's role?

[@alanawilson6104]

Thank you Ladysmith black Mambaza for putting South Africa on the music map

[@deanrideout1275]

❤❤😊😊

[@abeljimoh9542]

Paul Simon puts a touch of detail on his songs. So deep,. So spiritual. Some people learn music, Paul Simon is born with Music. He does it as easy as an eagle soars and lion roars.

[@subz81]

How am I only finding out this video exists now?! I've tears in my eyes seeing this for the first time. I grew up listening to this album. I'm 39 :O

[@paulash7993]

Me, I'm 53. This was the first album I bought after getting freed from national service. it was the soundtrack to my new freedom.

[@ethanrozling2732]

This is the greatest bassline of all time. The bass literally makes this song what it is.

[@scottyluvsguitar]

It is incredible but I think the interplay between Bakithi and Ray Phiri take the music to even greater heights than just the bass line alone.

[@smatchimo645]

this track is mastered beautifully. it sounds absolutely amazing on a good system. the highs / lows and the vocals and the reverb they used on it all is spectacular.

[@matthewedwards9423]

haha greatest bassline of all time. You lead a sheltered life.

[@alexjourdain8319]

bought a fretless just to play this

[@walterstevens8676]

Ray Phiri has just passed away

[@JacquelineFox-xo6jn]

Paul. The voices on . Hold on 😮😮😮❤❤❤❤❤. Everyone says I'm crazy... ✔️✔️✔️🎵🎶👠

[@JacquelineFox-xo6jn]

Amazing ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@JacquelineFox-xo6jn]

Hon. I have a rescue kitten. Her name is BB. . ❤❤❤❤

[@sarahsmith4941]

I love that this song will forever remind me of my dad. Sitting in the front seat of his 97’ Taurus while he explained the lyrics to me and sang along.... its some of my favorite memories. Every time I hear this I’m transported back to being my ten year old self when my dad was my superhero and nothing else mattered. He is still my superhero, but while we are all getting older I’m just thankful to have these memories. Thank you Paul.

[@Crunch_Buttsteak]

That's a nice memory, paints a picture 👍

[@davidbrierley9933]

Sarah Smith just like me and my dad. Me asking what is the meaning off this song. And him just looking at me and explaining the mean off this song

[@jacksonj69]

Sarah Smith thank you for sharing this touching story I have one similar

[@cyndowell3550]

My dad, too! He let me borrow this CD and I fell in love with it.

[@gzloria]

Oh my! Same here. This song reminds me of my dad,it was one of his favs when we were growing up in the 90's. Precious memories!!

[@Rob_Kates]

This was revolutionary. What a stroke of genius to include the African sounds of Ladysmith Black Mambazo.

[@momissoean8519]

Rob Kates It would be better if Ladysmith Black Mambazo were actually *mentioned* in the video description. They got a lot of attention when the song came out, but these days we only hear Paul Simon.

[@Rob_Kates]

I agree, they should have credit since they made this song really stand out.

[@oliviajackson4046]

Rob Kates I was just thinking the same thing

[@stevework1133]

hey rob thank you! I've been trying to find out the name of those guys forever!

[@gretabond4]

Rob Kates o

[@jalabi99]

Rest in peace and in power, Joseph Shabalala, your work on this album and on others has transcended time and space and is universal.

[@Humble_Legend]

I didn't understand how special this man's music was as a kid, but even back then I knew it was good music!

[@jamiepirie9758]

2:50 - I LOVE how Paul is just in the moment, vibing to his lyrics and the rhythm - this song is beautiful

[@Camden1313]

Paul Simon...reminds me of my childhood... What a voice, beautiful, calming...I have no words to describe it really, nothing I write here would do it justice really.

[@angelusnielson7135]

+Camden1313 He's the Bob Ross of music isn't he? :D

[@samiyemeyahni1488]

+Camden1313 Just marry me will you?

[@engin3ar]

+Camden1313 I feel the exact same way. Heavy nostalgia; reminds me of childhood. Great music to grow up with.

[@mikelbarton3331]

+Camden1313 nostalgia sets in and the memories start flowing its awesome what certain music can do to the euphoric state of mind

[@boostover3941]

+Camden1313 My baby brother learned to read from the covers and liner notes of my Paul Simon albums.

[@nilkaestherchase7537]

La analogía entre estas letras y las riquezas de Sur Africa y la pobreza de su población negra no debe extrañar a nadie.

[@markl2322]

I remember this playing on the radio when I was a courier back in 1987. It was always fun to sing along and see the strange looks I'd get from people in other cars, I didn't mind; I was a rock star while I drove.

[@stayschemin43]

Love from WEST AFRICA,GHANA

[@tylerhill9510]

This is therapeutic, never really realized till now Paul has the voice of an angel

[@owusutakyiaduomi9311]

It has the original highlife rhythm. Love from the motherland 🇬🇭🇬🇭

[@kentclark6420]

I feel the beautiful spirit of the South African people through Paul's songs here.

[@deanrideout1275]

Brilliant superb song

[@mjoomj]

My heart is broken watching this now. Tata Shabalala was instrumental in me loving our very diverse South African music. This was my jam. Tatu Shabalala and Jonny Clegg brought Zulu music to us

[@dandeacs3342]

i feel you man. We stand strong

[@MSYNGWIE12]

thanks friend, I am a WASP, I loathe that word- I am just me, from Canada and I always loved American blues and Bob Marley but then I began searching through people like Simon, and Cooder and Taj Mahal and I fell in love with REAL African music, what you never hear on the radio- you are blessed to come from such a rich culture, Canada has become the country it is because of our immigrants, bless all of you. I will check out the artists you mentioned. I love Ali Farke Toure- I can't remember what part of Africa he is from- do you agree when we listen to music we don't take up arms against each other, we just flow-? Namaste, Z

[@skas970]

@@MSYNGWIE12 Ali Farkas Touré is from West Africa , Mali to be precise.

[@DrCrabfingers]

Let your heart be srong...filled with the wonder of a life well lived..

[@deanrideout1275]

Paul simon was such a natural singing this song

[@terrib9530]

One of the greatest albums ever!

[@telecomgear]

I was 22, in the army, overseas and this was definitely in rotation on the boom box.

[@ellec7276]

It's 2023 & Paul Simon is now & will forever be a MUSICAL GENIUS & LEGEND!💕🥰💕

[@seanspencer9396]

She had diamonds on the soles of her shoes and Paul is a diamond the music world should never lose!

[@cynthiabailey4688]

One of my favorite albums and also the absolute genius Paul Simon.

[@JohnFarnham-1]

Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan thank you for your wonderful comments on my post it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music…..❤️❤️❤️

[@KiwiKyle]

❤ this song! I grew up in New Zealand in the 1980s, my dad played the Graceland album all the time (and still has it on Compact Disc.) I remember hearing about the Springbok tour protests in Auckland which was a huge protest against apartheid and it closed a football stadium and caused riots on the streets in New Zealand. I spoke to a colleague who is the same age as me who grew up in South Africa and he heard absolutely nothing about these or any other anti-apartheid protests overseas until 1994 when apartheid fell. Incredible times and this music brings me great memories of growing up in that era.

[@tessasingsschell7174]

I've said it before and I'll say it again, Paul Simon is a Genius. My first time hearing Cecilia, I was four and my babysitter brought the record and we danced. My true love of MUSIC began. 50 yrs later, and I still love everything this man has shared. Thanks( for the memories) Paul. ❤

[@JohnFarnham-1]

Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan thank you for your wonderful comments on my post it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music…..❤️❤️❤️

[@jyanik8212]

My parents would play Paul Simon when I was little to help me fall asleep. These songs are sooo nostalgic for me. And very relaxing

[@samsoceans]

I should never stop to be grateful to my dear friend, whom I asked one day: "Hey man, I'm looking for a great album, what do you suggest?" and he replied: "Well of course, Graceland by Paul Simon: I felt in love with it!" - God knows he was right.

[@boobsftw553]

Definitely a good and dear friend, good on you both brother.

[@yousnoerd]

THE album both my father and I liked when driving... will never forget it, will never bore me..

[@luislizard2626]

I come here to listen to this masterpiece every beginning of the new year to get rid of the January blues ❤

[@andykirkland3074]

There have been so many classic albums in my lifetime: Rumours. The Dark Side of the Moon. Graceland is up there with the very best of them.

[@johnprentice1527]

I love this song, and it's great to see it performed with these talented South African musicians. `

[@cathygellis4432]

I bought the CD a week after it came out and still play it regularly. I love it. I remember going to the Graceland concert in Los Angeles and dancing to Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes it was an amazing experience.

[@CamielleMusic]

I love Paul Simon's music... This is one of my favs.💞

[@kabobl-brewster1612]

This era of Paul Simon might be the best music ever. Its calming, but makes you move.

[@paths6814]

In my opinion the most genius musician of all time. Everything from the blending of african rhythm to the lyrics to the textures/sounds to the progression and repetitions is perfect. Oh also, the dancing in the video is a huge plus.

[@paulsimon342]

Hello Thanks for your comment and supports, your comments and constant support has brought me this far. Keep Supporting ❤️ Please send me a mail [e-mail]

[@dadodydo]

The absolute genius is Bob Dylan.

[@drfreud7993]

Love this song Amazing singer And amazing choir Never gets old Been listening to it for years

[@1kylieanderson]

Loved this. My mum brought the cassette. We played and played it. Love ❤️

[@deanrideout1275]

❤❤😊😊

[@AAMacKenzie]

30 years young and still as brilliant as it was when they first cut the track!!! FABULOUS!!!

[@tomdennis2330]

AA MacKenzie signs of a great talents contribution to the music world

[@bigwille11]

AA MacKenzie yes they all are loved ❤️🦒

[@rochellesegeel5163]

So proud to be South-African!♥️🤗😍

[@giovannifurnari8668]

This album still haunts me. I first heard it as a child and it still inspires me.❤❤❤❤

[@katsu-graphics5634]

I LOVE that buzzing sound of those voices when they harmonize low notes.

[@peachisoro]

Brings back memories. My dad used to play Paul Simon and Seal in the car when I was a kid all the time.

[@IbrahimDashtiMusic]

Thanks for the great love and support you show me as a special fan of mine, I hope you won't stop listening to music, and thanks for your sincere Compliment and love towards my music❤️❤️may god bless you.

[@IbrahimDashtiMusic]

@Lydia Frazier How long have you been listening to my music??

[@DeTrOiTXX12]

This song was at both my parents funerals. Such a good song that's very special to me!

[@markcrosby3198]

I don't know why this album isn't up there with the greats.. and some of the best bass guitar you will ever have the privilege to here. True musicianship and songwriting.

[@foljs5858]

It IS up there with the greats. I'm pretty sure it's in most "top 100 pop/rock albums of all time" lists

[@mumsyxc]

I don't know either - Graceland is a great album.

[@estherkrouse7057]

AWESOME! Like always! Thank you Paul, and to all of the great musicians, who sing and play music with you, on this video, and on all the occasions l’ve had the honor and pleasure, to listen to your musical genius. You are, certainly, the best among the best, there’ve been, are, and certainly, will ever be, on earth, as we know it! 🙏😘🌹🌺👏

[@JohnFarnham-1]

Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan thank you for your wonderful comments on my post it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music…..❤️❤️❤️

[@chemsss8582]

The world will never forget Paul Simon..True Legend!

[@JMarsh-hm5og]

When this album came out, I played it over and over. Something about the different style of music that really got to me. Never heard anything like that before. Eventually got to see Ladysmith Black Mambazo live. One of the most unbelievable shows I ever attended. They were amazing. Still play the album when I need a pick me up. Never gets old.

[@lucyh9550]

I remember listening to this for the first time and thinking: ‘Why does the combination of a trumpet, trombone and most importantly a kazoo sound so darn good?’

[@IbrahimDashtiMusic]

Thanks for the great love and support you show me as a special fan of mine, I hope you won't stop listening to music, and thanks for your sincere Compliment and love towards my music❤️❤️may god bless you.

[@lionrawtv]

What a beautiful song... this song gives me the most desirable feelings... it is a medicine for my soul, which I have been prescribing to myself since I heard it. the music, the rhythm, the melody, the story, and that rebellious bassline. Wow!

[@hnwanety4766]

Lyrics o kodwa you zo-nge li-sa namhlange (A-wa a-wa) si-bona kwenze ka kanjani (A-wa a-wa) amanto mbazane ayeza She's a rich girl She don't try to hide it Diamonds on the soles of her shoes He's a poor boy Empty as a pocket Empty as a pocket with nothing to lose Sing ta na na Ta na na na She got diamonds on the soles of her shoes She got diamonds on the soles of her shoes Diamonds on the soles of her shoes Diamonds on the soles of her shoes People say she's crazy She got diamonds on the soles of her shoes Well that's one way to lose these Walking blues Diamonds on the soles of her shoes She was physically forgotten Then she slipped into my pocket With my car keys She said you've taken me for granted Because I please you Wearing these diamonds And I could say oo oo oo As if everybody knows What I'm talking about As if everybody would know Exactly what I was talking about Talking about diamonds on the soles of her shoes She makes the sign of a teaspoon He makes the sign of a wave The poor boy changes clothes And puts on after-shave To compensate for his ordinary shoes And she said honey take me dancing But they ended up by sleeping In a doorway By the bodegas and the lights on Upper broadway Wearing diamonds on the soles of their shoes And I could say oo oo oo As if everybody here would know What I was talking about I mean everybody here would know exactly What I was talking about Talking about diamonds People say I'm crazy I got diamonds on the soles of my shoes Well that's one way to lose These walking blues Diamonds on the soles of our shoes

[@RCdada609]

THIS SONG IS SO FREAKING GOOD! I cant stop listening to it. like seriously lol I made comments on this video 3 months ago, then again 3 weeks ago and now again today.

[@mikekrout]

+Rahul dada609 yup i here you its -- so nice to have the oppertunity to live the life of cyber-space, nerver had this when i was just young , man are we as humans streaming fast through technology , just think 20 years ago we had none of this , an now my kids are able to walk to school an watch these vids,

[@mikekrout]

Fvkin Amazed i here you on that one !

[@mikekrout]

yuppp----yyyuppp maybee not dimonds on the soles --but streets are paved with gold

[@CoPilot247]

it's a cool song though hahah :)

[@RCdada609]

+Rahul dada609 4 months later im back again. its that freaking good lol wtf

[@ryanchase2873]

My 4 year old daughter got to shake Paul Simon’s hand a couple of years ago at Ace Hardware and I’m still bragging to everyone who will listen about her good fortune. An American treasure.

[@YvonneBurggraaf-555]

Paul, I know this song because I met a man from Jordan, Amman. He is a huge fan of you. In Jordan live very nice people, but they are very heavy. Their energy is very low, lower than the earth can carry.

[@nanettecormier8513]

I'm so happy to find this song again. A great album. Joyful and political! Imagine! Such a sweet voice, and such gorgeous lyrics! Thank you!!

[@JohnFarnham-1]

Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan thank you for your wonderful comments on my post it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music…..❤️❤️❤️

[@azn8iv]

Happy 75th birthday, Paul! Thank you for all your music!

[@Azkahamm]

Bakithi Kumalo is such an underrated bass master

[@johnettaedgeston3090]

Milwaukee summer fest 1988 i was there lady smith mambazo great music hats off to Paul Simon didn’t see a lot of african music and culture then now it is undeniably known ❤

[@AfricanHope]

I’m South African and my boyfriend is American 🇺🇸 he introduced me to this song and we love it so much. It’s so good to know that SA and USA came together to make this masterpiece

[@IbrahimDashtiMusic]

Thanks for the great love and support you show me as a special fan of mine, I hope you won't stop listening to music, and thanks for your sincere Compliment and love towards my music❤️❤️may god bless you.

[@rromeijn1]

Paul Simon is one of the great songwriters of all times. I think he can be compared to Bob Dylan who was a hero of the generation before me. Being born in 1972 the Graceland album had a big impact on me as a young man. I was fortunate enough to see him with Garfunkel in 2004 (with my stepdad, an experience I will cherish the rest of my life) and during the rhythm of the saints tour. Listening to the music of Paul Simon makes me feel like the teenager that I was in the 80's (even though it's been while.......)

[@747heavyboeing3]

Much better singer then Dylan.

[@jillking5876]

Dylan and his folk music opened doors for a lot of artists who didn't fit into the regular slots that the public insisted on. Both have had extremely great success in staying relevant through the decades. I was a teenager in the 70's, so I was at the perfect age to catch both great men at the apexes (is that a word?) of their careers.

[@jimmclaughlin1665]

Saw Paul at the Red Rocks Amphitheater on 6/28/17. My daughter treated. Paul was AMAZING. Best concert I've ever seen . Btw, I'm 66 y.o.

[@noreenwilson1811]

Jim mclaughlin- so young

[@IndridCool54]

I loved this era of popular music. So many collaborations of different genres and styles.

[@nomalungelogumede2773]

Thanks to my father for always playing this album. Taught me a lot of life lessons, thank you Mpangazitha, wenaMnguni GUMEDE omkhulu!! Now I can play the same album for my son ❤️✊🏽

[@deelanders6132]

I really love your comment. So many people on here talk about how their Dad played this music for them. I did not have that experience. I'll play it for my kids. I hope the sun is shining on you my friend. Wherever you are, wherever your headed. I hope you have diamond on the soles of your shoes. Lots of love.

[@CelesteAHall]

This album, this song, are medicine to the soul. The soul of a person, the soul of a country, for real, the world soul. What beautiful inspiration. Many thanks to mr. Simon and everyone involved in making this music. I'll never get tired of this album💯

[@WarriorPhilosopher1]

@Paul Simon ♪ holy shit you responded...you are an amazing example of humility with such an understanding of the music that speaks to so many souls. Thank you for your music Mr. Simon.

[@Roses_777]

💖

[@pattibrown8496]

This was one of my mother's favorite songs. Such a happy song. RIP, mom. You had good taste in music.

[@IbrahimDashtiMusic]

Thanks for the great love and support you show me as a special fan of mine, I hope you won't stop listening to music, and thanks for your sincere Compliment and love towards my music❤️❤️may god bless you.

[@tcme11]

Yes. Very sophisticated taste in music your mom had. This music is not appreciated by many. She must have been smart and kind.

[@deanrideout1275]

❤❤😊😊

[@DrCrabfingers]

Oh my...hear that bass line if you will....that is an African bass line...pure as the African dawn......

[@smodige]

4:48 There is something deeply nostalgic and tearful about the gentle humming or 'hooing' voices towards the end. It's one of the trademarks of this song.