"The Only Living Boy in New York" by Simon & Garfunkel - PigPen Cover Series

A series of covers requested by our Kickstarter Backers. Sophomore album "Whole Sun" out now. A very special thanks to Theatre For A New Audience. www.pigpentheat...
"The Only Living Boy in New York" is a song written by Paul Simon and performed by Simon & Garfunkel. It is the eighth track from their final studio album, "Bridge Over Troubled Water".
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[@mpt5731]

This is one of the best covers of any song I have ever heard.

[@traxions]

Great! Hete is another kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZ-VhYSQp9GioKs

[@robertwalton7565]

I was just about to type those exact same words!

[@hannaheagle6905]

Superbly done this. Wow

[@eliseintheattic9697]

Check out their cover of "You're So Vain". It's amazing.

[@scottpeterson4829]

You got that right, just a wonderful version.

[@nicolek.3614]

One of those videos that make you super glad you’re a human being.

[@mtoad]

One of those comments that put a face to 3,700 soulless retards.

[@urmum1959]

I know, I hate animals, too.

[@cmevans]

Just about the BEST comment I've ever heard about beautiful music!

[@mrbarthoss1]

Amen!

[@mikey6482]

...and makes me wish I had spent more time learning how to perform and share music so beautifully

[@jrsoares3074]

Paul Simon was blessed with the gift of music, and the rest of us were blessed with Paul Simon.

[@grinellsmith]

Perfect

[@dougphillps762]

Beautifully put

[@deeryker]

And then A/ Holes like this come along and fuck up his work,,,

[@unclebobunclebob]

This song is about Art Garfunkel going off to make his first movie...Catch 22...and being all worried about it. Paul Simon wrote it for Artie. The name Tom comes from their first name as a duo...Tom and Jerry.

[@stephenhawkingsfootballboo7885]

Also Simon was kind of hurt because he also auditioned for the movie but didn't get a part in it... so I guess he was lonely and a bit melancholy.

[@Deliquescentinsight]

Yes, I read that also, what a wonderful tribute to a friend

[@jamesmilton8765]

Always wondered about the origin. Thanks.

[@jamestracey5958]

Great comments tnk you

[@theviking102567]

Always loved the song, never knew its origin. Thanks!

[@Banglaroadbarhopping]

OMG. What just happened??I got through the whole thing with my jaw in my lap, and then the tears came and I can't stop. I am utterly stunned. Amazing.

[@tonybero]

yeah. same thing happened to me a few years ago. i come back to this version every so often because it's practically perfect. i have no idea who this band is.

[@sanderschuurwegen3298]

This video has become very special to me because my father showed it to me in the last months of his life. He thought these guys and this cover in particular was excellent. I find it excellent too. We shared a passion for music. He died from cancer Feb last year. When I feel sad, I search for this cover and listen on repeat. Thanks guys for making this video. Greetings from a fan from Belgium.

[@tonybero]

HOW HAS THIS BEEN ON THE INTERNET FOR THREE YEARS, AND I'M ONLY SEEING IT JUST NOW??!??

[@janegitelman2615]

I know, me too!!

[@jayyates1676]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@jimdoetsch4885]

exactly!!!

[@LeslieGMN]

Me too!

[@JRLNeal]

Great version. Hats off to the bass player in particular. Spot on.

[@poisontoad8007]

Yeah but the dried peas in the bean-can dude took it out bro.

[@alwaysuseless]

bass player? I don't see a bass. Obviously, you don't mean standup bass. So where is the bass guitar in the video?

[@JRLNeal]

alwaysuseless fellow in grey shirt, dark hat playing four string electric bass, or is it a tin whistle?

[@alwaysuseless]

@John R L-N Thanks for the info. Not so much for the sarcasm. Not everyone recognizes an electric bass guitar. In retrospect, since only one of the guitars is electric, I should have known that was the bass guitar. I'm just more familiar with acoustic instruments.

[@J.n.A.1993]

@@alwaysuseless It's a Peavey T-40, too. An axe with that sound and weight demands some respect.

[@bradywade]

A sat in my car, beside a lake, rain pouring down and cried. Heavenly.

[@jcc152509]

That is beautiful. Check out Hozier's "Like Real People Do." It is moving in a similar way.

[@bossHogOG]

Some experiences are better kept private.

[@deeryker]

You have issues,,,up your meds. This version is in todas ,,merda.

[@jasenjahn]

When all the vocals come in... Congrats to your sound tech.

[@ambriadaniels8786]

Absolutely!

[@chrisdriver7776]

Well said, Bruce Willis.

[@TheJimMcD3SB]

The reverence for this material, and the sheer joy in performing it, is palpable.

[@elsteel7107]

Oh, I'm dying. I was nine years old when this song hit the charts, and it's broken my heart ever since. I never really knew why or how it affected me so much. I just realized that this was the very season my parents divorced, and suddenly, Dad was just gone. This is the loveliest rendition I've ever heard.

[@TK-xe2bi]

el steel God bless you.

[@leszektemplewicz3362]

@el steel what a heartfelt, sensitive comment 😀😀😀🎻🎤🎥🎼🎺

[@beyonda2204]

Hey El Steel, had a similar realization lately. Found a (mental) coach to help me catch up emotionally up until now. Good luck🙏🏻, Sometimes a helping hand is useful, just saying.. Ps love the song and this version.

[@hoof2001]

el steel I’m so sorry. There’s nothing else to say but to hope you make those that come after happy. You can

[@Mikados_Advark12]

Do t understand- how did this song cause your parents to divorce?

[@warrenermish1454]

I keep coming back to this over and over. It is perfect.

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

How did I end up on this? What a great surprise. Wonderful song.

[@Wordsmyth8]

Lawrence Taylor Same here.

[@ambriadaniels8786]

You guys were both listening to Paul Simon at some point :-P

[@davidrosen3970]

seriously, THE Lawrence Taylor? #56 himself?

[@gmajorspresents]

I am glad to have met Artie in 1975 when I was 15 years old. He had an apartment above a florist across the street from the train station in Katonah NY. Artie is one of the good guys !

[@grinellsmith]

So glad to be aboard a ride where fellow humans can do this! Life worth living.

[@deeryker]

You need to get out more,,,they butchered a very good song. Have you ever heard the original? ffs

[@grinellsmith]

Lol.. I heard Paul Simon do it live. Does that count? You need to get out more. Liking one version of a song doesn't mean you have to dislike the others. Musical appreciation isn't zero sum.

[@deeryker]

@@grinellsmith I know things,,I know their background story. I refused them permission to record my Over the rainbow song,,,which I wrote with Bono. They jump on any bandwagon.. Like Bono,,they are tied up with One Nation,,,they think they own the fukkin world. They are wrong,,,I own the fukkin world. Jus sayin is all.

[@jeremypleso676]

This warmed my soul.

[@Minorkeyof]

I just re-found this after a couple of years... Still remains the best cover I think I've ever heard.

[@simon9264]

loving the bass line

[@Ryanjakehenry]

Any cover that implements an accordion is amazing

[@dmurphbass]

I could listen to this a thousand times - I may already have - and not get tired of it. Beautiful. Great story behind it from Paul Simon.

[@chrisdriver7776]

I agree wholeheartedly.

[@laurence1654]

Best cover of this song anywhere.

[@Aparajitaa]

I agree. It's a really good cover!

[@jrsdsu1986]

When the voices come in, i got chills. wow.

[@johnknottenbelt2502]

An absolutely brilliant version of this S&G classic..... "Half of the time we're gone, But we don't know where" ! Those lines have always stood out to me....

[@pter7531]

Shows how much of a genius Paul Simon is. Nothing beats the original.

[@kevinmcelroy6486]

Probably the best cover version of this song I've heard, just surprised to see the Yorkshire Ripper singing along........

[@brendanfisher]

Haha! Peter Sutcliffe, great shout!

[@indianerize]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZ-VhYSQp9GioKs&pbjreload=10

[@Elle_I_B]

@@indianerize exactly what I was thinking. Josh Turner. This version is lovely, tho!

[@richierich291266]

ROFL!

[@pixyrosejes7133]

BOOM! This song for a time was my Dad, when I was tiny, or so I thought. He boasted oftentimes that the only thing we leave this earth with is our honor & integrity. I was lied to and mess with every day. I knew better, crying inside; I smiled anyway...till I couldn't anymore.

[@dpol123]

Bassist is amazing! great line, not too overbearing, just right for support but so melodic at the same time!

[@NormStrauss]

almost exactly the original bass line. Brilliant.

[@LynRees]

Agree. Any idea what the bass is?

[@JRLNeal]

Dan S agree, great bass playing.

[@famsdfamsd]

My father grew up in NYC and loved Simon and Garfunkel. When we were just wee kids in the 70s, my brother and I would follow the lyrics on their jacket covers, singing along enthusiastically. I remember feeling a sense of happiness and peace and have always associated this song with dad, who has since passed. Your version is so wonderful and, dare I say, just as beautiful as the original.

[@jonathanfuterman6701]

This version is the most beautiful version of this song out there... it gave me goosebumps that still haven’t left me and I stopped listening to it at least 5-10 minutes ago

[@amelie2292]

You guys should have recorded an entire album in that room on that day.Just perfect.

[@bcthomas2h90]

Wonderful! Thank you.

[@momomalea6633]

When my family and I went on holidays we ALWAYS listened to this song ! Oh my God I was so little and all of us 5 tired people used to sing this song so loudly while driving 15 hours to Croatia. "Let's go to the ocean and be free" mama said. And I was so tired when papa took me in his arm and seated my belt. And than we drove and drove and drove with Simon and Garfunkel. Aaaaaaah flash back ! And look how happy these guys are.That's why we make music to feel exactly like this.

[@desmos208]

One of my all time favorites- you guys are amazing- Paul and Art would be proud

[@notsuretwo]

This song has certain qualities that really tax my vocabulary. It has a magical flow. It has a life of its own that is greater than the sum of its parts.

[@cgStarling]

This would be a hit song on the radio today

[@thegopodude7000]

I just found this cover, and I've listened to it on repeat for more than 30 times straight - It's simply amazing!! The harmonies, every single instrument that is perfectly in sync with the others - But the entire emotion behind it all, just gives me chills - Brilliant!

[@ER-me1ii]

Young guys making beautiful music in this day and age. Gives one hope.

[@OnkelPeters]

That accordion solo was truly beautiful, and so were the harmonies as well!

[@markmarshallmusic]

Eight years later, this still just floors me. Thank you. ♥

[@RevWillTheThrill1974]

My favourite S&G song. I'm frequently critical of covers of some of my favourite songs, but this blew me away.

[@jimmckee5589]

Love everything about this. The drummer boy, guy w the shaker, accordion guy, bass guy. Wow..!!!

[@MrLooj69]

Im truly lost for words. This is my absolute favourite song and you lovely people just smashed it.

[@timbrady4427]

I have watched this countless times, and yet, every time I watch it I am struck by the joy expressed in the faces of each of the band members throughout the song. The harmonies are beautiful, gets me welling up more often than not

[@TheRealKingVitaman]

Simply splendid. That bass player deserves massive kudos.

[@steved2112]

I cannot believe how beautiful this is. The bassist is a hero.

[@bronxcartel6193]

*ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT* ❤️

[@christopherpurcell8131]

Fantastic Accordion makes everything better

[@samanthabrownart]

Good grief. I wasn't exactly worried, when I saw that you did a Simon and Garfunkel - but I was ready to not be a massive fan of it, because I grew up constantly listening to a single CD with their best songs on it, and I've never been able to fully appreciate a cover of them. Wow, though. I am... absolutely speechless. So beautifully done, I'm so happy that you left the original way it was sung intact while adding a bit of yourselves into it - I never thought I'd appreciate a Simon and Garfunkel cover, but I'm absolutely blown away that I've found one I actually like more than the original. You guys never stop surprising me, keep on keeping on.

[@emmanueludoh77]

Agree 100% with your sentiment about this cover. It's melodic & ethereal, in a way that adds to the ESSENCE of the original song. I'm curious what you think of the Disturbed cover of The Sound of Silence? Thumbs up or down?

[@forslavjo]

That's funny. I did the exact same thing growing up. My dad had to of bought a best of in the early or mid 90s and I listened to it constantly.

[@lancehuffman1188]

I agree with this. It’s hard to find a good cover. I might suggest getting over to Joshua Lee Turner’s channel to see/his cover of the same song. Different feel because it’s a solo. But it’s also REALLY good. (Note: I found this one from the comments on his video from a fan of both).

[@The_Weissman]

I am addicted to this video. I keep coming back for more.

[@utubeDaveutube]

ditto!

[@bobf.5538]

Harmonies are angelic...goosebumps

[@Funsho97]

When I watch this, I remember how pure music can be. I'm loving this so much!!!

[@katefbrose]

Why is it so hard to find real music like this. Man love this. Raw whole heartedness, can't beat it

[@davidlj53]

Because no one writes it anymore, now it’s chasing a dollar.

[@kcjones679]

What a beautiful break in his voice and the blend! 15 - 20 times and I just smile. A great room to play in.

[@RosaLindeMuziek]

I love this great kind of team work. It's beautiful and touching and so peaceful (stop making war and start making music together. Or dance on it or listen to it).

[@tobykelly4606]

Beautiful! Kudos to the bass player!

[@johnfarmer3506]

This should have way more hits. One of the best covers ever.

[@bobf.5538]

My goosebumps have goosebumps...brilliantly done

[@rustymcgee5886]

definitely the best cover by far.

[@TallGreyMan]

Probably THE BEST live performance of this song ever. Period. And so so SO much better than those god awful funk covers scattered all over KZbin. This is how you pay tribute / do a cover. By capturing its essence. Not by replacing all the major chords by major sevens.

[@dechs54321]

Great job guys, and bass, wow…!

[@jmar5785]

The only problem I have with this cover is since I first heard it a few weeks ago, it’s in my head and it won’t leave. This is by far the longest and strongest case of song in my head ever. Not that there’s anything wrong with that.

[@ofelia829]

So awesome! Thank you! 🌺🌺🌺

[@ARTFamtastic]

Thanks for this. Perfect balm for my grief-stricken soul.

[@olotbesalu2258]

You guys are sheer joy to watch and listen to. I think I prefer this to the original for its ' realness '

[@circleofice]

Wow! You-are-outstanding. All of you. And what a bass player!

[@danielpettineo88]

Every few months, I find myself back at this video and each time is as incredible as the first.

[@lisag18]

The Ahs in this song are what I live for. Beautiful beautiful music. That sound in that room must've been phenomenal

[@monzogabbro-r7o]

ladies and gentlemen here the SimonS & GarfunkelS. one of the best cover I ever heard

[@patricktaylor1]

I can't fathom how many times I'm going to play this!🙈😁

[@JakeSpeed1000]

These young men are so remarkably talented!

[@larryclark1518]

This is such a BRIGHT Performance, and like a moth, I keep coming back to this for sheer listening enjoyment. The accordion and the bass are spot on here.

[@honeydew941]

I seriously listen to this everyday. Love it soooo much!

[@thomasmook]

Simon & Garfunkel’s songs are so difficult to cover well. This was wonderful.

[@stephenlassiter7089]

What a beautiful cover. I love that younger people can keep the great music alive.

[@rsa4510]

Most nights I poke around watching KZbin stuff and never think much about it. Watching this really hit me in the heart. Great musicians, nostalgic music (for me). Choked me up to the point of tears. Very well done, thank you all.

[@kajwilhelm]

Fantastic version!

[@jkanclark]

I never grow weary of this song or this cover of it.

[@chrisannear9579]

An absolute gem- best version ever.

[@1diagram]

You not only did this beautiful song all the justice it deserves but you made it your own. Absolutely (absolutely!!!) beautiful.

[@ericg4632]

That gave me goosebumps. Amazing!

[@patriciaarancibia8012]

Each voice. Each instrument..:PERFECT WELL DONE GUYS..🎻🎶🎹🎼🎧😍

[@vikasbahuguna7590]

Wow, best cover !! Nothing to do today, but smile :)

[@jeffloewi5632]

Don't know how I got here but this is beautifully done in every way, in every detail. Bravo, Bravo, Bravo.

[@mimmooliveri4163]

Absolutely outstanding. Beautifully done.

[@larryclark1518]

Wonderful delivery of this song. I think I can hear Paul applauding for this.

[@paviakristiansen804]

Looks like a friends band having a good time, always makes me smile :)

[@ampgent]

So glad this popped up in my feed just now.

[@surfcityvoicelive8593]

Absolutely beautiful! I love it.

[@DavesCoverSongs]

This is just perfection. Those harmonies. 👏🏻 👏🏻 👏🏻

[@grahamburbage7686]

What a great job. Lovely voice of the lead singer. Pleasure to listen. Thank you.

[@jon.yama-otoko]

Beautiful, just beautiful. Also, one of the coolest bass licks in a pop song ever.

[@seektruth8662]

Music at it's best, just a live recording. No studio tricks. Thank You

[@emmasayers7576]

Hello, good evening and welcome To nothing much A no holds barred half-nelson And the loving touch The comfort and the joy Of feeling lost With the only living boy in New Cross

[@patricklemeur6360]

les gars c'est super !...bravo cette chanson MAGISTRALE !! passage musical ! en plus les voix ...

[@oulmang]

Et la ligne de Basse ! Et les choeurs haut perchés ! Le break de batterie... la totale. C'est une défonce cette version 😨

[@pimvideo1]

This song my fellow KZbinrs, this song is a love hymn in itself. Such beautiful harmonies and longing lyrics about a boy. Just a boy Tom. It’s the poetry of mr Paul Simon ( in England he would have been Sir Paul Simon!) about thoughts and longing for his friend Art ( Tom) Garfunkel. This song is unprecedented in its beauty. Harmonies, structure, intention. Here’s a version that takes the song even to a next level because of the live performance and outstanding musical skills. Wonderfull, wonderfulll. This song should be sung at my funeral. No it will be sung while I am passing the Pearly gate.

[@1diagram]

I actually thought when I was watching/listening to this "I think this is what heaven sounds like". Then I read your comment.

[@timothyparker7739]

OMG!!!!!! Absolutely brilliant. Greetings from Australia.

[@britnyank9002]

Hot damn, I haven't loved this song this much since the original. Nicely done!

[@meatfruit1123]

Come back again and again to watch...beautiful cover and exceptional performance..brings a tear of joy to my eye xx

[@SW-hk6up]

Unbelievable. Best cover for one of my favorite Simon and Garfunkel’s songs. Thank you.