“Your Forgiveness” - Paul Simon (LIVE on The Late Show)

Music legend Paul Simon treats The Late Show audience to a rare and intimate performance of “Your Forgiveness,” a song from his latest album, “Seven Psalms.” Learn more about the album, which is meant to be experienced as one continuous piece, on Paul’s website: sevenpsalms.pa... and check out the documentary, "In Restless Dreams," from director Alex Gibney streaming March 17 on MGM+.
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[@Henknz939]

The man is a human treasure. Thank you, Stephen Colbert, for giving him all this time and space and respect here.

[@Henknz939]

@@MarkRosasco-fi9tj We all need courtesy and respect.

[@robertirvine6307]

Calm down snowflake.@@MarkRosasco-fi9tj

[@Henknz939]

@@MarkRosasco-fi9tj You do realise that Mr Simon was availing himself of Colbert's mainstream television audience to promote his new album, don't you?

[@dorothygale1104]

@@MarkRosasco-fi9tj Colbert was hosting Paul Simon on Colbert’s show and Colbert was graciously and generously hosting Paul Simon in a special format that honored and respected Paul Simon as the supreme artist that he is. The choice to have Paul Simon as a guest on Colbert’s show and to honor him in this way was Colbert’s choice and it was not a right to which Paul Simon’s artistry or legend entitles him. As for who needs who, we all need each other. In this case, we need to hear the wisdom and artistry of Paul Simon; Paul Simon needs us, his audience, to hear and appreciate the beauty of his talent; and both Paul Simon and we, the audience, need Colbert to make this platform available for such sublime artistry to be expressed and appreciated. There is no “need” among these three aspects that is superior to the other, as the beautiful experience that was witnessed in this video would not have existed without any one of the three aspects missing. Like three legs on a stool, we all need each other for the stool to be strong and provide support.

[@LlyleHunter]

Don’t mind Mark. He has a disorder

[@celiarodriguez2999]

God bless Paul Simon. April14 2024.

[@artharrison9586]

No special effects, no auto tune, no backing vocals, no click track to keep time…. A guy in his 80’s who can mesmerize a crowd with his voice and a guitar.

[@vangelis3b]

Exactly that!

[@mountainfolk7942]

AMEN !!!

[@J.B24]

I agree. What a talent. Sadly I think only someone with the reputation of Paul Simon could pull this off. Were it an upcoming artist I don't think they would have done it.

[@michellewahl4756]

Yes!

[@daniloromeres9759]

One of the greats❤

[@SmileyFace-w2f]

And kudos to Stephen's crew for just focusing on Paul. There were no annoying cutaways, or pans to the audience. It was simply a joy to sit and listen. Stephen is a class act at just letting the music work the room.

[@nathanbertolissi3604]

To be fair, you are not watching The Voice or Australia got Telant, which focuses mostly on the audience and judges.

[@beez1717]

I am simply blown away with how humble, creative, and insightful Paul Simon is, and it all seems to come together in this one song.

[@Johnny-re9kg]

Man, Paul Simon created a mood there. That was true intimacy. No backing tracks, band, pitch correction. Not every musical guest on Colbert could do that. You are alone, voice, guitar and your words.. That's why it's so powerful. it's real. More couch performances please!

[@lapresdmididufaune]

Don't forget the man is in his 80s. Do you know how fumbly and mumbly you start to get at 60? 70? He is so well practiced that this kind of one-take off-the-couch sound is still possible. John Fogerty is a good comparable.

[@douglash975]

Hauntingly beautiful stillness in a drop of infinite weight. Didn't know TV still did things like this. Thank you .

[@vangelis3b]

A magnificent comment this is!

[@bkzone8]

Love your poetry, as well as his.

[@mickeygoh25]

Nearly 83 years old.... What a legend... Wish you great health and longevity. Thank you for your music.

[@bretthildenbrand3076]

took me to a sacred place... the solemnity, the lost memory of his pop history, the earnest performance. Shivering, as if I just heard a large choir...

[@PoetlaureateNFDL]

Yes

[@zimmer9999]

Literally shivering indeed...love him ❤️

[@DwayneDWillis]

I love it when somebody can play instrument, sing , and tell a story that make you listen. Paul is one of the greatest guitar storyteller. ✌🏽👍🏽

[@cheesesteak22]

Top 3 lyricist ever 🥰

[@Palidine4M0O]

With one instrument, one voice, he owned all the feeling in the room

[@carriesnider6076]

Check out Ren.

[@marydunbar57]

Don’t forget troubadour Gordon Lightfoot!

[@larrylevy3962]

He has been with us for so long we may take him for granted, which would be a shame. He was so good as a young man, yet through the decades he has continued to produce wonderful music, to continue to grow, to move and delight listeners the world over. "All of life's abundance in a drop of condensation..."--what a line!

[@bretfisher7286]

A timeless songwriter, a wonderful soul.

[@petecartwright5211]

Not only one of the best songwriters, but one of the best guitarists. The dude hasn't slowed a bit. Just him and his guitar. This is incredible musicianship...look at him go. That was fantastic. None better...

[@bonniejosavland3227]

A beautiful sense & humor & calming all at once!

[@eCoArise]

"Two billion heartbeats and out, or does it all begin again..." Sublime lyrics from one of the greatest poets of our time

[@mfcabrini]

"All of life's abundance in a drop of condensation." That makes me cry in awe and joy. It reminds me of Gerard Manley Hopkins, "There lives the dearest freshness deep down things." The whole world, ever fresh and ever new, deep down in a drop of condensation. I have no words.

[@margarete6888]

One of my favorite poets and one of my favorite musicians. ❤

[@fiwebster9814]

Fascinating that you mention Gerard Manley Hopkins, because I was just thinking, when Colbert mentioned the "59th Street Bridge Song," that the line "dappled & drowsy & ready to sleep" sounds like Hopkins.

[@DJ-bj8ku]

Ironic that in invoking the lyricism of Hopkins and Simon, you’d end with “I have no words.”

[@leagarner3675]

It's startling but amazing to find others here.

[@eamonnmorris5331]

I am reminded of Blake's "To see the world in a grain of sand", an idea (the universal in the particular) that seems to recur in many spiritual/ transcendental settings.

[@LambieSamba]

Yes! Paul Simon, still got that superb talent! Pay attention people, not everyone with some age loses it, most just keep getting better, like Paul!

[@SteveAlesch]

Wow I didn’t realize Paul Simon was so deep. I have new respect for him. And I appreciate him sharing his experience about his hearing loss which is a journey I’m on as well.

[@cinajawa]

He has always been.

[@happybergner9832]

(where have you been the last 60 years¡?)

[@RayasNegroOvejas]

one of the first songs he recorded, for the first time 60 years ago this march, Sound of Silence may give a hint;) and one of the last songs as Simon & Garfunkel, Bridge over Troubled Water, plus, say, Homeward Bound or America in between, for the first five or so years in his career

[@wideawake5630]

Have you ever heard any of his songs???????

[@SteveAlesch]

@@wideawake5630I liked Simon & Garfunkel but not impressed by his solo career.

[@RebeccaMooreFrey]

WOW that was so profound it brought tears to my eyes. Paul Simon is a master in our times

[@raeldor]

Wow. What a mesmerizing performance. 👏👏👏

[@cachi-7878]

Really?

[@georgeschaut2178]

I play trombone & recorder in a folk ensemble that includes three guitar players. It's not that easy to play guitar masterfully like Paul does & sing eloquently at the same time. George, Canada...

[@tiananesbitt7156]

Omg 😢 😱 I died!❤

[@basiaforrest3880]

Paul’s artistry, his calm nature and this performance made me cry, thank you Paul. I listen to your music whenever I need to feel at peace with the world, I love it, thank you! ✨✨✨

[@toddseibert5392]

How was Colbert not openly weeping while re-introducing the show at the end. Just so real, so beautiful, so authentic, the best music in the world. Spellbinding. Poignant. I teared up watching him. No way I'd be able to say after him "Paul Simon everybody! Here's the rest of our show!" I'd just cry. Wonderful.

[@anonimuse6553]

Genius. The Rembrandt of music. The Picasso of poetry. He presents us with nectar of the fruit of our life... in a drop of water. I feel so lucky to have had his songs to listen to in the many stages of my life.

[@nocomment2468]

There’s nothing like a masterful artistic musician in their later years. All of that life experience shapes the music and the performance. It’s something so raw and wise and beautiful.

[@juniorxranger]

The oldest singers have the most honest voices

[@yidamir4968]

Comparable to Leonard Cohen in his progression from "Suzanne" and "So Long, Marianne" to "Hallelujah" and "Dance Me to the End of Love".

[@lat1502]

This man has never gotten the credit for his guitar playing skills that he deserves. Whenever you see a list of the top guitar players, it always, always ‘electric’ guitar players. Ask any guitar player and they will tell you that ‘finger picking’ is the hardest type of guitar playing to do. He does it flawlessly.

[@bettycunicelli8552]

82, God bless him. Thanks Stephen.

[@LaurieMusgrave]

I am without words. He is a gift. Thank you for this segment on Colbert. How deep, it touched my soul.

[@rockturtleneck]

"All of life's abundance in a drop of condensation." Profound and beautiful, not just the song itself but Simon's singing and guitar playing.

[@dorizook3922]

I hear you. Someone here called the lyrics a sham. Hopefully they'll reach the point where the line you quoted and "God's imagination" make sense.

[@Boatfam4]

This performance sent chills all over my body. Many musicians today whom I admire, their weathered voices are difficult to be swayed by. They also sometimes lose their lyrical talent, but Paul Simon's voice and songwriting still holds on and sounds incredibly beautiful.

[@GaiaCarney]

Paul Simon is, IMO, America’s _GREATEST_ songwriter ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Sound of Silence, Bridge Over Troubled Water, The Boxer, An American Tune, Still Crazy, Me and Julio, Graceland, Diamonds on the Sole of Her Shoes, Slip Sliding Away, Mrs Robinson, So Long Frank Lloyd Wright . . . => add your favorite below =>

[@tlpsen306]

You named many, but I remember "flying my bike passed the gates of the factory" in My Little Town.

[@bigh7972]

Kodachrome, Duncan, The Boxer… his voice has a resonance that is truly special. Paul’s music was an important part of my teenage years. Thanks…

[@michelelearner297]

I Am a Rock

[@markberryhill2715]

Loves Me Like a Rock.

[@rmr2471]

Allergies, Rene and Georgette Magritte with their dog after the war, Think too much (b), The late great Johnny Ace. All from Hearts and Bones. 🤗

[@SirPaul222]

Paul is love.

[@mylatinteacher]

Thank you, Paul Simon and Stephen Colbert. Listening was joy.

[@bonniejosavland3227]

Much Joy & soul - I’m tearing 😢up damn it!❤❤❤ now I just want to hear ALL my Paul S songs music 🎵 Have. Peacefully lovely 💗

[@CarlitosWay1004]

Greatest American songwriter, ever... thank you for so much.....

[@josephpilla196]

Better tan Huey Lewis?

[@tonyscalise4462]

Total legend and a great interview! That’s how you talk to a national treasure. Total respect!

[@bonniejosavland3227]

Yes - nailed it!

[@joannejohnson7006]

What a beautiful gift Thank you Paul Simon, for this and all the years of your talent. Grateful forever fan.👏💌

[@EarrationalIdeas]

Wow! The way he performed that song...the thoughtful repetition of phrases, the hand gestures! He has become a rabbi, and he's giving us a teaching.

[@welcomebalance]

The agnostic cantor wrestles hymns that never knew their tunes.

[@welcomebalance]

So grateful to Colbert for sharing the time, and vice versa.

[@ABBY-ml2rq]

Paul you are the greatest songwriter to ever grace the planet. Thank you for being a part of my life with your talent. God bless

[@michellewahl4756]

Watching artist be the conduit for a higher being coming through them spiritually is wonderful to watch whether it’s a songwriter, a painter, actor, comedian, or dancer.

[@TheChonaman]

Paul Simon's brilliance as a performer, writer, musician has always been mesmerizing. What a treasure to have had for all these years of my life. I hope you've found the same to be true for you too. It's almost impossible to describe the gravity and beauty of his performances over his lifetime, up to, and including today.

[@Echo-o-o]

This song. I feel like I just got a free drink from the complications of heaven's waters. Wow.

[@murraysampson2501]

Spellbinding. A beautiful song. Or Psalm. Bravo Mr Simon. 👏

[@Skinnyorangemusic]

I just thought I'm young sitting here watching these old guys play this legendary music, just like they watched the old blues artists when they were around

[@bjackins1879]

"Can you imagine us, years from today: sharing a park bench, quietly? How terribly strange to be seventeen ..."

[@PoetlaureateNFDL]

Yes wonderful 😊

[@donnaasher9256]

@@bjackins1879 "How terribly strange to be seventy". I have passed that milestone by now, but I thought of that lyric often when I turned seventy.

[@dreed1058]

Love, love, love Paul Simon!! Thks so much for giving him the spotlight. The guitar was fabulous, heartfelt lyrics😊.

[@Gurci28]

"Music is forever; music should grow and mature with you, following you right on up until you die." Paul Simon

[@Gurci28]

Born Paul Frederic Simon, in Newark, New Jersey, US

[@Gurci28]

Paul Simon is an American singer-songwriter who brought a highbrow sensibility to rock music. 4:51

[@Gurci28]

Find information on all of Paul Simon's upcoming concerts, tour dates and ticket information for 2024-2025. [Songkick] 5:05

[@mgd6087]

@@Gurci28 Frederic means peace.

[@mgd6087]

So much respect for Paul Simon. I had been wondering lately why there weren't enough songs about being much older. I feel better now.

[@matthewgiffin9305]

Consistently brilliant for 60 years.

[@alibektas8934]

Heavenly.

[@Gurci28]

"Dip your hand in heaven's waters God's imagination All of life's abundance In a drop of condensation" 1:32 Paul Simon

[@donnamogavero9212]

Gawd. I didn't breathe for five minutes and 25 seconds. Breathtaking.

[@nisiunavoce1264]

Unlike many of Paul's contemporaries who elicit cringes when performing he is still a delight to listen to. Great guitar playing, voice in pitch with a seasoned vibrato, slight falter at the end, he is still as viable an artist now as he was 50+ years ago. Love Paul Simon. Thank you SC from SC for letting the appearance be about him and not you until he asked you a question. This had better be on your highlight reel when its all over.

[@californiaabound8830]

This is probably the best interview of Steven's career. I have watched Johnny, David, Jay, and many others did the same, but not this intimate and well thought out. Well done! I have more respect for Steven and Paul than ever

[@UptownBoogieDown]

Gosh that was absolutely beautiful

[@Plantandpeoplecarer]

Have loved him for decades!

[@quitebald]

Paul Simon elevated the art form with each and every album he produced. I am so amazed at the sharpness of his mind at this age. What a treasure! Brilliant song!

[@4thorder]

Pual takes my soul for a ride every time I hear him. Thanks Stephen!

[@RespectLoveUnityPeace]

That was a beautiful and brilliant song.

[@hakankursunmusic]

Love, love, love, thank you, tears of times, love, love, love

[@rikkiechambers4959]

Still to this day I find and watch the live Central Park concert with Simon and Garfunkel … because … this ( gestures broadly at the man with the beautiful guitar 🎸)💙💜💚

[@cherylalt101]

That concert never gets old. I still listen to it to when I get the chance. One of the best things about KZbin, all the music, interviews and great stuff from the 60-70s when I grew up at our fingertips!

[@ShiraLaya0312]

⁠@@cherylalt101Those were cool times!

[@cherylalt101]

@@ShiraLaya0312 They sure were Barbara! Simply the best lol! Have a great evening!

[@bonniejosavland3227]

And a #RealBeautifulMind ❤❤❤❤

[@MegaJazzercise]

Pure talent, this is as good as anything Paul Simon has done, just heavenly.

[@josephpilla196]

Not even close to his best work. Come on, own up.

[@joshuajerrythereviewer]

Paul Simon is a legend one of my musical heroes Thanks Stephen Colbert

[@happybergner9832]

Paul Simon has enriched my life for 60 years.🙏 Thank you, Paul.🙏

[@0HARE]

Wow, what a sublime performance. Paul Simon is a master finger style guitarist, and a genius of composition. Thanks to Martin Guitars for a wonderful instrument. I have two of them myself, and they are exceptional instruments.

[@WistfulBill]

Thank you again, Paul, for resounding our spirit. You arose, merry, parsing as a sage of thyme.

[@SearchfortheMeaning]

Music is forever; music should grow and mature with you, following you right on up until you die... Great number Al! 👑🙏

[@abelardovazquez]

Paul shows that he is still as creative or more than when he was young. Genius is ageless. Thanks Paul and Stephen from Spain.

[@alex_srsc]

Him singing it on the couch feels like something from the 70s.

[@cherylalt101]

It really does lol! I loved all the 70s talk shows and game shows. Beautiful song and such an intimate performance. Really enjoyed this!

[@cachi-7878]

It sounds like a parody, rather.

[@robinleebraun7739]

He’s one of the reasons why the 1970’s were great.

[@nobodyhome3753]

Yeah it's a direct reference to what youre referring to, but you already know that don't you?

[@QueenBDreamwalker]

i felt the same, the only thing missing was the fire we're all sitting around at the end of the day ~ "dip your hand in Heavens Water" 🎶🎸💜💧🌎

[@RLIAU]

This song made me stop what I was doing and listened. Thanks, Paul.

[@avaevans9455]

Such a special moment with so much emotion shared and felt. Thanks, Stephen and co.

[@BestFitSquareChannel]

“All of life’s abundance in a drop of condensation.” indeed. This conversation must be archived, available to future generations. Priceless. 🌞🤸🏾‍♂️🫶🏻

[@conorfurlong]

His music is a gift to the world more precious than gold.

[@tabularasa7711]

❤profound in its purview - the echoing heartbeat of the song resounds long after the string stops vibrating. Thank you Paul Simon

[@bonniejosavland3227]

Yes, yes they do! Enjoy life every day bc it’s fleeting & goes by so much faster when you’re older! Oh it’s morning here so go outside & enjoy i! What an amazing 🤩 & talented man❤

[@feelgood662]

He is simply the best!

[@joanholland3438]

This is more than a Song but a Spiritual awakeness about the heart and forgiveness ❤

[@sevenirises]

Deeply heartfelt.

[@TooLooze]

Even in youth, Simon possessed insights beyond expectation and continues to mature.

[@frankisfrank69]

Much needed art, beauty and spirituality in these troubled times. Thank you, Paul Simon...

[@sure5871]

his vocal and performance is still going strong, great job Mr. Simon! The no.1 hero of my life

[@leslieisaacs3080]

Nominate him for Nobel peace prize already!!!!!!

[@PogueMahone1]

I'm thinking the Literature Prize would be more fitting.

[@bobbrush1709]

Well certainly. Like Dylan. But his work in South Africa and bringing the music and collaboration with musicians and bringing it through his Western Pop lens I think is an amazing example of peace. @@PogueMahone1

[@honeycombsound2470]

Medal of Freedom

[@OuterGalaxyLounge]

@@honeycombsound2470 That award has been cheapened into meaninglessness by 45, of course.

[@jazzartdesign]

​@@bobbrush1709 Yep, there is a a strong case there that many of the musicians who played on that album would agree with. They saw night after night on their tour as the world beginning to see their struggle for the first time. The wheels had been turning for many years on the struggle against apartheid, but Graceland shifted it from 2nd gear into 5th in a matter of months.

[@eg1197]

Incredible. Paul still has it!!

[@brucekalter4206]

Totally amazing. I have his "7 Psalms" album, but this brings the song to a whole new level. Thanks, Stephen Colbert, for showcasing Paul!!!

[@wendydarling5790]

A real life-long artist. I love how he's adjusted his writing/performing over the years to fit his voice as it ages. You may not sing exactly the same as you once did, but you can always sing. Obstacles can either shut you down or inspire creativity. Great role model. Try to retain curiosity, wonder, openness and a learning mindset as long as possible.

[@gonzoexpress9885]

Just sublime and beautiful guitar work Paul.

[@Rupert14]

For all of Mr. Simon's wonderful qualities it blows my mind at how underrated he is as a guitarist. Fantastic.

[@DomenicZappia-xj2lt]

Brought tears to my eyes bravo

[@PennySmyrk]

Awesome!!👏I could hear Sting in a collaboration w/Paul Simon. That’s so mellow & awe inspiring 👏❤️

[@dreed1058]

I LOVE that idea, this is reminiscent of Sting's style....😊❤.

[@traxions]

They had a live tour together some years ago. It was amazing.

[@RobHoughton]

To me, this music comes from someplace transformed, otherworldly... a gift. Thanks abound.

[@MaryOlson8]

A model of Elder strength in art creation…and the opposite too-timeless genius. Essential Simon.

[@anthonyfagan5411]

i waited all night to see this it always amazes me how many people love him as much as me he is my one and only

[@richardscanlon]

I have always had in my living memory had intrigue for Paul Simon. The excitement of going to a music shop and going to sections of his music and seeing his name. He is more than a name, the words that create the depth of feelings that I can’t explain. As the currency of understanding is words but feelings are beyond, beneath and beholding to the exchanger. I am not qualified to do such as it’s bespoke, all I can say is “thank you” from the seat of my heart and soul.

[@cleopatra6912]

Thank you for your beautiful music ❤!

[@maltedmilk6888]

He is a master musician and storyteller

[@lesteryancewicz5042]

Great performance.

[@bicycle697]

Paul Simon is an oracle.

[@StavrosMusic]

This is a great album about the great Being

[@celeryzevil]

Mesmerizing and incredible. Thank you Paul Simon and Stephen for sharing.

[@jerryheartsyoutube]

I don't know what to say... The song is so good, the mood, his singing, his knowledge of the guitar... He's my favorite artist by far!

[@agyos]

Deep and oh so sweet…magical, spiritual, eternal. Very grateful. Thank you….✨

[@anthonywhite6530]

My God how brilliant.

[@CCTH-86]

Thank you!!!!

[@joewenborne229]

I want to write something profound and all I can say is, Wow! Genius. Mr Simon, you have opened my mind as well as my ears- Bless you.

[@michaelsalovaara567]

There are echoes of early S&G lyrically and tone. Love this.

[@drewmediaaustralia2923]

Now that’s musicianship !

[@BLFulle]

There is nothing sadder than doubting the creator. A beautiful yet heartbreaking song.

[@annevogle]

Oh how I long for more! Music !!!