Simon & Garfunkel - El Condor Pasa (REACTION) with my wife

[@profile7530]

When this came out I was twenty and it made me feel like a five year old kid at the beach. I'm seventy five now, and it still makes me feel like a five year old. Us old hippies sure had it going on. Thank you my friends. Peace and love to you both.

[@russellkassel553]

El Condor Pasa, “Flight of the Condor”, the original Peruvian composition was without lyrics. It so beautifully describes the majestic flight a Condor that it required no words. Yet, Paul’s lyrical addition, along with the beautiful harmonic voices of Simon & Garfunkel add a contemporary and contemplative layer that blends seamlessly with the original.

[@Pookiepup1]

She is absolutely melting! Their reaction is very touching.

[@michaelatkinson8291]

Simon & Garfunkel seem to be in the habit of making you guys cry. I love your honest reactions.

[@lisagilbert542]

I am a rock. Is another gem. I’m glad I grew up with there music

[@laylavonmav2587]

I grew up in Latin American countries as a young person. To my knowledge this is only an instrumental composition; there were no lyrics to it. Only the indigenous instruments. Listening to it lifts your spirit so you can soar free, like the wind and the birds. 🦅

[@annereidy7981]

Thank you!

[@rk41gator]

Paul Simon is one of the best writers of lyrics, over and over, and over again.

[@franciscoserrano7313]

Yes..very beautiful and peaceful. This is a special sound.

[@franciscoserrano7313]

I kid you not. I can spend my entire day just hearing you react to songs. Actually, I have. 😀 Your simplicity and how honest you are emotionally are a few of your wonderful attributes. You have enjoyed many of the Simon and Garfunkel music. El Candor Pasa was one of many that I recommended along with other listeners. If you want to hear a HAPPY SONG, you must close your eyes and listen to 'The 59th Bridge Song". Every time I hear this song, I go back to my childhood days when I would play stickball with all my friends from the block. It was like a United Nations Street. We were all friends whose parents were from different countries and different colors. We enjoyed the innocence of youth and fun. The beauty of friendship is wonderful, isn't it? This is probably the cutest song of Simon and Garfunkel. You will remember what I said. Stay happy.

[@gregwhitcoe5411]

Same... LOL ❤

[@baskervillebee6097]

Simon and Garfunkel strikes again. There's no way to explain how influential they were in the musical world in those years. So much of it is still perfection, but not shared because styles have changed.

[@ericanderson8886]

Those Andean flutes, what a beautiful sad song.

[@donaldduck2139]

I haven't heard this beautiful song in a very long time...love your reactions because they are real...can feel how you feel way over here in New Zealand. . . all the best to you both🧡🧡

[@squidkid2]

From the last Simon and Garfunkel album Bridge Over Troubled Water. That album saw the duo go out with a bang. Then Paul Simon went on to a brilliant solo career. My Spanish is not great but I imagine that somewhere in Peru there is a mountain pass (pasa) where the condors fly. If you go back to the very first Simon and Garfunkel album and listen to all the songs they ever released I don't think you'll find a bad one and I guarantee you find many more gems like this.

[@cspringer333]

"Since then, it has been estimated that, around the world, more than 4,000 versions of the melody have been produced, along with 300 sets of lyrics. In 2004, Peru declared this song to be a part of their national cultural heritage.[1] This song is now considered the second national anthem of Peru. It is the best-known Peruvian tune in the English-speaking world,[citation needed] especially because of a 1970 cover by Simon & Garfunkel, with English lyrics by Paul Simon, on their Bridge over Troubled Water album. Their version is called "El Cóndor Pasa (If I Could)". wikipedia

[@davidlaws3582]

Beautiful song with Paul Simon creating his lyrics for this version. It is a Peruvian instrumental tune composed in 1913 and has been covered thousands of time with hundreds of different lyrics

[@motaman8074]

I believe the original song is instrumental. Beautiful

[@saxon-mt5by]

The lyrics are pure Paul Simon.

[@paul2862]

Simon didn't write this--it was written by a Peruvian composer, Daniel Alomía Robles. Simon & Garfunkel are doing a cover.

[@saxon-mt5by]

Robles wrote the melody, but the lyrics were Simon's.@@paul2862

[@aBeatleFan4ever]

@@paul2862 - Daniel Alomia Robles wrote the music in 1913. He did not write the lyrics.

[@paul2862]

@@aBeatleFan4everThat's true, he didn't; originally, there were no lyrics to this particular melody. It was part of a larger Peruvian zarzuela (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/El_c%C3%B3ndor_pasa_(zarzuela)). The link is interesting reading.

[@dalemcmillan7231]

I've said it before but l absolutely love your reactions and what you react to. You are both such beautiful sensitive souls. ❤

[@markmurphy558]

I cannot get over how gorgeous a panflute sounds. When I lived in NYC, I could never walk past a street musician playing panflute without stopping for a few minutes.

[@brucedillinger9448]

Consider yourselves lucky. You get to hear these masterpieces for the 1st time. Bless you both. You truly understand this duos work. ✌

[@flubblert]

It's not just the words but they always find just the right instrumentation to augment the lovely words and vocals. Like many of the truly greats..... they were a sound all their own.

[@rk41gator]

Such a lovely song from the best of the best, Simon and Garfunkel. Paul (and Peter Gabriel) were big proponents of 'world music' and helped many musicians around the world.

[@williamschrom1584]

The two of you are wonderful, genuine, and beautiful to watch... much respect.

[@MisterWondrous]

They are a big reason for the bigheartedness of the generation. Moved to see hearts still being moved, and not just locally. "Kathy's Song" popped up at the end, as if to say "Me next!". It may stir memories of England.

[@rodneysisco6364]

The Andean flutes give this song its unique feel.. They sound almost unworldly . I have a record of Andean flute music which I play sometimes on quiet mornings in the winter .and go into Zen meditation .

[@helenespaulding7562]

That sounds amazing. I’ve found Native American flute to be the same. And try out Paul Horn in the Taj Mahal….gorgeous flute music

[@LindaVernon]

​@@helenespaulding7562So very long since I have heard anyone mention Paul Horn. ❤

[@helenespaulding7562]

@@LindaVernon he was so good! Love that album.

[@rogersprague563]

Oh they have many more great songs you will love them all ! Simon and sound like no one else Garfunkel has an Angelic Voice no one Like them not even close !

[@riaanbehr7976]

This was the most beautiful reaction and appreciation I've seen to this masterpiece. Thank you ❤️

[@cynergy4]

"An American Tune" will get you crying for sure. It made even my hard-hearted brother cry

[@kevanbodsworth9868]

60s-70s music seems to have got buried under a pile of 90% commercialised junk music, I find it sad todays youth are deprived of that music and real musicianship in thier own generation --

[@terri2494]

Same here. It makes me happy to see people from the younger generations discover some of the great songs that I grew up with because it’s a shame that that music seems to have fallen by the wayside. What really makes me sad is when I hear reactors say that they’ve never heard such musicianship or poetry or emotional honesty or respect for women in the music they grew up with. I’m not saying that there isn’t good music being produced today, but in the sixties and seventies the competition for airtime was so intense artists had to really deliver the goods in order to succeed, as a rule, with few exceptions. It seems like it’s the other way around nowadays.

[@andrewpetik2034]

​@@terri2494 Well said.

[@antoniosagamuccio7370]

You, my dear man are not broken. Becoming emotional while listening to music or a song is NOT a malfunction. I would say it is the intent of the artist to make you feel something with their music (an emotional language), and Simon and Garfunkel were true masters of their art. It shows you have an open and receptive heart. P.S. For something of theirs that's a little lighter, might I suggest the 59th Street Bridge Song

[@bobdelp2023]

MORE FROM THESE LEGENDS!!! 👍😊

[@michaellemos6053]

A masterpiece that has stayed under the radar! Loved it since 1st hearing way back when. Thank you!

[@sourisvoleur4854]

A person could just fall into this song and never want to come out.

[@phillipblanchard6991]

Love your channel! This is a great song! Reminds me of my childhood! Keep it up!

[@bennettl23]

Beautiful! I know you would also love some of Paul Simon's solo work - he is a master songwriter and brings together so many unique sounds and rhythms and music and musicians across many different cultures.

[@markmurphy558]

Bridge Over Troubled Water plays like a greatest hits album, one great song after another. Cecelia is a clever, funny song.

[@owl-gd6ce]

it touches the heart and has a old world sound which gives its beauty

[@jeffb4139]

Have heard this song since I was little, and have always loved it. To see the emotion over how beautiful this song is made me feel like I was hearing it for the first time again. All I can say is thank you. Stay well.

[@kellyferguson6100]

The most simplest words for a very powerful meaning. It's one of my favorites. ❤

[@79BlackRose]

Andrei you got me going with your reaction. In the end, I had tears rolling down as well. S&G sprinkle their magic yet again.

[@FlamingGong]

This is one of the most amazing songs ever written and you guys are the most proper reactors to this

[@caronspeas2888]

I absolutely LOVE your reactions. You FEEL the music and emote with it. You are both intelligent and compassionate. What a combo! I LOVE you!

[@1957PLATO]

The sounds of my youth. I had the immense privilege of growing up listening to the best era in popular music ever. Nothing compares to the seventies early eighties in music. We took it all for granted but it wasn’t in retrospect.

[@JohnBullard]

I wore out S&G albums. Played them over and over. Feel-good music.

[@cyclops60]

Every track on Bridge over troubled water is fantastic. For something upbeat, try 'Baby driver', 'Cecelia' or 'Keep the customer satisfied'. Cheers guys.

[@greggibson33]

Simon writes amazingly beautiful lyrics. It's hard to believe.

[@TOMGINGERALER]

I cannot get through this song without bawling my eyes out. When they get to that part "Away, I'd rather be away...." that is the most beautiful piece of music I think I ever heard.

[@therese4963]

This is such a reflective song. Dominika I love how you bring your own thoughts and fealings to the song. Andrei I think you feel so deeply, and that's why beautiful songs like this touch you in such an emotional way. You guys are very special.

[@michaelmygind5061]

You are really a lovely couple ❤❤❤❤❤

[@brucedillinger9448]

They are huh?

[@aBeatleFan4ever]

"I feel like everything they touch... transforms into gold." "Every song we do and really listen... is like a revelation was going on." "How come something that have been so beautiful in the world - and we never have a clue about it...' "For me is the fact that the contrast - that the way they sing, you know, it's in such a delicate way - and then it crush you like a big rock falling from the mountains. In a good way. It's a good crushing. I want to say - have such an impact and it lays heavy but in a way that you know that's exactly what you need. You feel - you listen - you say Oh my God, yes." It is wonderful to discover some wonderful music that you just never knew existed. I am so glad that you two lovely people get to experience all these songs for the first time. I am so glad that you have found music that touches you so deeply - and that you get so much from.

[@bobcorbin3294]

Excellent reaction I love to see how the music touches ya'lls soul.

[@bobdelp2023]

DOMENICA SAID 'NO FRIGGINNNN WAY', HEY NOWWWWW!!! 👍 😊 YA GOTTA LUVVVVV THAT!

[@larryhelmeczy4320]

The Group backing them up was called Urubamba (maybe Los Incas in Europe) I have an self titled album from that group. Very Beautiful; worth checking out if it still available

[@breckrichardson390]

One of the reasons I love your channel is because I see you being moved the same way I am by the same songs. I feel like I'm sharing that experience with you and it feels like a hug. Thanks!

[@anthonyblakely399]

I love artists that introduce us to world music and philosophy.....this is an old Peruvian song with the Peruvian flutes....sounds and melodies....artists these days don't do this. Beautiful Deep song. One of my favorites from them. Thank you. Great reactions.

[@bearballin]

When I took beginning guitar lessons, the instructor handed out sheet music for El Condor Pasa for us to learn. The guitar chords are relatively simple, basic progression, but learning the timing/ rhythm was a challenge. For a real treat, I'd recommend a listen to The George Baker Selection perform "Una Paloma Blanca" from 1975. Though it has a similar vibe, It's more upbeat than "El Condor" and has a flute part that soars over the pop melody. It was an international pop hit.

[@dougieyou]

It fill my heart with joy to see you guys experience this masterpiece...now you have it to enjoy for life...such a nice gift to both of you.

[@williambonds6909]

Two people, polar opposites, one gives sensitive tears the other gives words and analysis. Very interesting.

[@rodney-m7g]

That Andean flute creates an other-worldly feeling , amazing . The main thing one learns when one sets out to educate themself about anything is HOW LITTLE YOU KNOW And that is the best and most humbling part about it because you realize that millions of people , many of whom you know , knew it long before you " discovered " it .

[@geraldjensen6831]

I'd forgotten how GOOD this song is...

[@Tbevie50]

Beautiful reaction guys. I’ve always loved this song. Not a lot of lyrics but they say so much.

[@LSCBooth]

Oh so many years since I heard this onè, I love it.

[@annereidy7981]

So much wow, amazing song and reaction, Thank you!

[@vincenthewlett4329]

keep the customer satisfied ...is a must

[@noelleone1305]

Not only one of my all time favorite Simon and Garfunkel songs but one of my favorite all time songs in general. Your reactions were pure and sincere.

[@jimgraves586]

Both songs suggested at the end of this video (Kathy's Song and April Come She Will) are definitely worth a listen.

[@mark-be9mq]

Truth, Beauty and Goodness, you can't knock em.

[@mariaeendler599]

Simon and Garfunkle nevr ever disappoint! 🌺😻🐾

[@johnmavroudis2054]

Many more incredible Simon & Garfunkel songs to hear. Another group that will make your soul soar is ELBOW. Listen to the glorious “The Loneliness of The Tower Crane Driver”…. Watch the version “Live at Abbey Road” with an orchestra and choir. You will ADORE it! Cheers!

[@timtaylor7364]

I was born in mid 1960’s. My parents had bought their last album Bridge over Troubled Water which had Bridge over troubled water (the song) as the last track. This song was on that album. I would have been around 6 years old when they played it in the house. Every song on that album is as familiar as the back of my hand. It’s part of my childhood and really part of me and all those songs I can listen to anytime and feel at home. IMO one of the best music albums of all time.

[@TheGathumpus]

You also need to take a look at Paul Simon as a solo artist. I recommend you start with "Diamonds On The Soles Of Her Shoes" find the live version from The African Concert in 1987. If your staying with Simon and Garfunkel the next one is on the bottom of your screen "Kathy's Song"

[@danielmalo173]

Merci Andréi to let your heart express itself and also your soul as an man, to let you leaving some tears in regard of your appreciation about the music of S and G. It is a quality too much rare in our world, you have to be proud of it because the sensitivity of a male it have the same impact than the one of a mother. It is nice to teach a man to count, but wouldn’t it be more advantageous to invest in empathy and the evolution with the community. Merci et bravo pour votre superbe travail de réaction. Bravo, Daniel, St Émile de Suffolk 👍

[@jameslangton-iw2mv]

Still crazy after all these years is a really good song to listen to by Paul Simon & Garfunkel

[@DSALV76]

This song lands differently for me as I’ve gotten older. I think it’s a rough translation, but still close enough to come through. I’m so glad you love them so much-they really are an American treasure for the world!

[@CANEsPappa]

IMO an exquisite work of high art.

[@mitchrobinson3076]

Absolutely beautiful song. Thanks for reacting.

[@TheGreatGig73]

"They sing in a delicate way and then it crushes you like a big rock" That is the most spot-on comment about Simon and Garfunkel songs. Thank you! Can I use that?

[@socialpostingbuzz]

Here's a challenge. The song "I am a Rock" is one of their best - but it isn't as well known so won't be requested as much. I'd be interested to see if you understood the message (that's the challenge). Many Americans don't - but I think you two would. If you react to it I'd suggest the lyrics on the screen with it. 🙂

[@martinellis7156]

Straight to the heart, from the heart, with the brain struggling to comprehend what it just felt, even as teenagers we somehow knew this music was timeless and wonderful. Please continue your journey in music, taking me and a whole bunch of others along with you so that we don't have to cry alone. Try "YES" song "Wondrous Stories" for another beautiful revelation.

[@WilliamGuess-ns6th]

You two are the Simon and Harry owl of reactions! BRAVO!

[@WilliamGuess-ns6th]

Spell correct is killing me! Simon and Garfunkel!

[@timhuffmaster3588]

I’m so thankful that you’re reacting to these song. I was a young child when the song was released and my childhood memories have all come flooding back and new ones are added even today. You’re such a lovely couple and it’s beautiful watching you interact. Thank you and, More Please.

[@frankmartinez4856]

This song 🎶 makes me, sad & happy at the same time 😞🤗💕😬

[@brendamilloy2557]

El Condor Pasa has always been my second favorite Simon and Garfunkel song, ever since I was about 10-11 years old. The gypsy feel of this music, the music of people who wander the land and live with the earth, not forcing the earth to conform to an industrialized way of life has always appealed to me and others as well.

[@JBHogan]

You have beautiful reactions to beautiful songs.

[@caronspeas2888]

If you have not reacted to “Vincent” by Don McLean - it is an absolute MUST!

[@davidrauh8118]

When I saw him on tour after his second solo album, he used two different bands for the first and second part of the show. Urubamba a South American band played on this song and was one of those bands I spoke of. For his encore it was just him and an acoustic guitar. Great show.

[@hookalakah]

Soulful song, just like you folks.

[@mikemiller3069]

Please listen to "Kathy's Song" as your next Simon and Garfunkel song. The lyrics are amazing.

[@rolfvogt310]

Yes youre are right this was the Time of Pink Floyd beginnig and so much other Music from these Years the best of them are Bridge over Troubled Water or The Boxer and so on. This Time it was the time of my first love. Best wishes from Germany.

[@9ofdiamonds350]

It puts you in a place that's beyond words. Find your bliss and you'll find the Magick ; )

[@RobertRussell-r8z]

Your reactions make the music that I grew up with, come alive and, with clearer meaning. Thanks to both of you. Xx

[@johnm506]

If you start out young as I did in late 60s this is from a definitive album Bridge Over Water. Such tracks Mr Robinson The Boxer Baby Driver Cecila Sound of Silence etc. If you’re seriously appreciative of music there are albums you absolutely have to possess and this is one of them. You need to delve into Graceland and it just shows you the genius of Paul Simon even more so.

[@jimcuozzo9190]

You guys make me day! Keep up the great music!

[@liv0003]

the original song is a Peruvian song is one of the most influential music of South America and Peruvian culture. The original song is instrumental Simon and Garfunkel gave us this beautiful version with the lyrics written by them❤

[@janefletcher9593]

Paul Simon is a genius.He is one of only seven Americans who have have been given the Smithsonian Institutes great Americans medal for his culturally significantmusic and philanthropic contributions amongst other things.He is in a real living treasure M

[@randyhodges8782]

I've watched this a few times and I want to share it. You are a beautiful couple. Andrei, I do that with my headphones also. When the volume is all the way up and I still want more.👍

[@markmurphy558]

This song was also on BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER, along with The Boxer, BOTW, Cecilia, The Only Living Boy In New York City, Song for the Asking. It is truly a Desert Island album.

[@jamesferris4573]

This song is short, but it expresses emotions and feelings. There is nothing broken about feeling emotions when you first experience the power that this kind of music can convey. It means that you have a kind and open heart and soul and can appreciate the music and the message. I respect and love both of your honest and sincere reactions. The next song by them that I would like for you to react to is "For Emily, Wherever She May Be." This is a song written about a fictitious girl that neither of them knew. It is another short song but showcases Art Garfunkel's beautiful voice. There is a live version from 1969 that is very good.

[@Murvelhund]

Brids of Paradise sung bye Peter, Sue & Marc is a beautiful one, I listen to it in the way a listen to El Cóndor Pasa.

[@RobertoSalvatti]

This is a cover, the original song was writen by Daniel Alomia, a Peruvian songwriter.

[@AlBarzUK]

Daniel Alomia Robles wrote the original music. Paul Simon wrote these lyrics. Three hundred others wrote their own lyrics.

[@jameslangton-iw2mv]

You both will be amazed. By American tune by Paul Simon and art Garfunkel sung in central park the lyrics are great😊

[@edgarsnake2857]

Cool song. Cool reaction.

[@nancyknoblauch6864]

LOVE your reaction!!! Just as The Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel are incomparable in what they do. Please react to The Boxer. You will be amazed❤️❤️❤️❤️🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

[@richardscratcher6075]

They reacted to The Boxer about a month ago.