- Original Release Date: 28 Oct 2011
- Label: Legacy Recordings
- Copyright: (P) 1972 Sony Music Entertainment Inc.
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- Total Length: 44:18
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- ASIN: B005WNIR1O
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (135 customer reviews)
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242 in MP3 Albums (See Top 100 in MP3 Albums)
- #77 in MP3 Downloads > MP3 Albums > Pop
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| Song Title | Artist | Time | Price | ||
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| Play | 1. Mrs. Robinson | Simon & Garfunkel | 3:55 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 2. For Emily, Whenever I May Find her | Simon & Garfunkel | 2:25 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 3. The Boxer (El Boxeador) | Simon & Garfunkel | 5:10 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 4. The 59th Street Bridge Song (Cancion Del Puente De La Calle) | Simon & Garfunkel | 1:50 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 5. The Sound Of Silence | Simon & Garfunkel | 3:05 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 6. I Am A Rock | Simon & Garfunkel | 2:51 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 7. Scarborough Fair/Canticle | Simon & Garfunkel | 3:12 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 8. Homeward Bound | Simon & Garfunkel;Paul Simon;Art Garfunkel | 2:42 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 9. Bridge Over Troubled Water | Simon & Garfunkel | 4:55 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 10. America | Simon & Garfunkel | 3:33 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 11. Kathy's Song | Simon & Garfunkel;Paul Simon;Art Garfunkel | 3:21 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 12. El Condor Pasa/ If I Could | Simon & Garfunkel | 3:09 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 13. Bookends Theme | Simon & Garfunkel | 1:20 | £0.89 | |
| Play | 14. Cecilia | Simon & Garfunkel | 2:50 | £0.89 |
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Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
109 of 110 people found the following review helpful
By DD
Format:Audio CD
I had the LP in the 70's and then the CD when it was released in the 80's. I decided to buy this hoping that the sound quality would be improved from the 80's CD. I am very happy to say that the audio is amazing. It hasn't been compressed like the previous CD and the audio is crisp and clear. It is a fantastic collection and surprisingly, the live tracks are as good as, or better than the studio recordings. The harmonies on the live version of Homeward Bound are worth the purchase alone. The CD comes in jewel case inside a card slip case. The only criticism (and this is why it loses a star) is that the booklet has no additional notes. Only the track listing.
The track listing is as follows;
1 Mrs. Robinson"
2 For Emily, Whenever I May Find Her" (live)
3 The Boxer
4 The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy)" (live)
5 The Sound of Silence"
6 I Am a Rock"
7 Scarborough Fair/Canticle
8 Homeward Bound" (live)
9 Bridge over Troubled Water
10 America
11 Kathy's Song" (live)
12 El Condor Pasa (If I Could)
13 Bookends
14 Cecilia
The track listing is as follows;
1 Mrs. Robinson"
2 For Emily, Whenever I May Find Her" (live)
3 The Boxer
4 The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy)" (live)
5 The Sound of Silence"
6 I Am a Rock"
7 Scarborough Fair/Canticle
8 Homeward Bound" (live)
9 Bridge over Troubled Water
10 America
11 Kathy's Song" (live)
12 El Condor Pasa (If I Could)
13 Bookends
14 Cecilia
45 of 45 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I had to purchase this, as I had the original album on vinyl... As a perfectly sequence piece, there are few albums that come close... it includes live versions of some of the songs, that are better than the studio versions in my opinion (like 'Homeward Bound' & 'Feelin' Groovy')... For me, this is a must have... It doesn't disappoint (on any level...)
33 of 33 people found the following review helpful
By steelo
Format:Audio CD
A collection which includes the best selection of Simon and Garfunkel hits. Whenever I start playing it, I just can't decide which one I like best, since I love all of these songs equally. Each appeal to different moods, different memories of mine. "A Bridge over Troubled Water" is the ultimate song about friendship and sacrifice, being there and comforting the ones you love. "Mrs Robinson", the song from the OST of "The Graduate", a cheerful rhythm that only compares with "Cecilia", both songs equally cheeky (I love Cecilia's lyrics "when I come back to bed someone's taken my place").
"The Boxer" and "I am a rock" are both songs of personal strength and standing on your own, while "The sound of silence" is the philosophical message against ignorance, false idols, a bit mournful, yet still soothing.
Personally, I would include others too (Bleecker Street, Keep the customer satisfied, Baby Driver), but then again, according to my opinion, there's hardly a song I can think of that this duo made and that I don't consider a hit.
I recommend this gem of a CD for gifts, for yourself, for whoever knows of them or hasn't yet been initiated.
"The Boxer" and "I am a rock" are both songs of personal strength and standing on your own, while "The sound of silence" is the philosophical message against ignorance, false idols, a bit mournful, yet still soothing.
Personally, I would include others too (Bleecker Street, Keep the customer satisfied, Baby Driver), but then again, according to my opinion, there's hardly a song I can think of that this duo made and that I don't consider a hit.
I recommend this gem of a CD for gifts, for yourself, for whoever knows of them or hasn't yet been initiated.
32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
H'mm....first bought this album in the mid-seventies.Its a fine intro' to the huge talent of Simon and Garfunkel.The tracks are gleaned from four of their five original albums and as such are a fair sample of those original albums.That said this is still only a sample and there are many fine songs not included here.Still this album contains all their major hits, from their first 'Sounds of Silence' right through to 'Bridge' and 'The Boxer' off their last album.It gives a good cross section of the different type of songs that Simon was so good at creating.From the isolationist 'I Am A Rock' to the merry 'Cecilia'(a plea to St.Cecilia-patron saint of music to come back and assist in the writing of more music), this album covers all moods.There is not one bad track here but mention must be made of the beautiful 'America' and the smash hit 'Mrs Robinson', both taken off the classic album 'Bookends'.
If you enjoy this you should buy the original albums as they are all excellent, even the neglected 'Wednesday Morning 3A.M.'.
Yes a good intro' to their music and excellent value at this price.Buy and enjoy...you can't go wrong!!
If you enjoy this you should buy the original albums as they are all excellent, even the neglected 'Wednesday Morning 3A.M.'.
Yes a good intro' to their music and excellent value at this price.Buy and enjoy...you can't go wrong!!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I was looking forward to hearing this cd (2011 version) but disappointed that Amazon dispatched the original version (in error)as they didn't have the product advertised. Therefore check with Amazon before ordering if you want the 2011 version.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Poor Old Joe
Format:Audio CD
This item was just as described, well priced and promptly delivered.
I was a little wary when buying as it was not made absolutely clear that the CD offered was in fact the rereleased version rather then a remainder from the original release.
I was a little wary when buying as it was not made absolutely clear that the CD offered was in fact the rereleased version rather then a remainder from the original release.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By C. Reilly
Format:MP3 Download|Amazon Verified Purchase
as i don't think they do their music justice. they certainly don't add anything (unlike some other bands who have excelled as live acts). the song writing is timeless though.
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Jay
Format:Audio CD
This is a diamond of an album! Some of the songs must have been composed from an alternate world;a world that reflects our inner desires, and one that plucks our heart strings once melodies such as "Emily", "Sound of Silence" and Bridge of Troubled Water. There are no bad or even averagesongs in this album and if I could give six stars,I wouldn't hesitate to do so.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
times gone by
this c.d. is gone but not forgotten!
my youth and early marriage days are recalled with this- but i paid postage on it because i used my i-phone and its not so easy to... Read more
my youth and early marriage days are recalled with this- but i paid postage on it because i used my i-phone and its not so easy to... Read more
Published 21 days ago by cupcake
5.0 out of 5 stars
class
what can you say about these two, they should still be together, this cd has put together the best they ever did( in my mind)
Published 24 days ago by Paul A. Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Filling the Gap
This album provides a snapshot of one of the most talented duos ever to have graced the music business. Classic songs from my lost youth.
Published 29 days ago by gedos
4.0 out of 5 stars
Bought it for a friend
He loved theis album and I downloaded some bits from it onto my Iplayer as they are wonderful songs and had strong memories for me. My friend was delighted with it!
Published 1 month ago by fiennesd
5.0 out of 5 stars
surprise gift
i already have this. it is a nostalgic gift for a friend who loves S&G. i know she will love it.
Published 1 month ago by cazza
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful
It's wonderful. All wonderful. If you like them, you'll like this. Wonderful. Really very wonderful. I recommend this to anyone with taste.
Published 1 month ago by Halibut118
5.0 out of 5 stars
down load to my emp 3 app
i liked it very much it contained what i would describe as there greatest hits at a good price excellent value
Published 1 month ago by Bill ferguson
5.0 out of 5 stars
great cd
All there massive hits on one album and must say its in great condition and plays fine. thank you and will be back to buy more
Published 1 month ago by Martie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nostalgic memories
My cassette of this had worn out so I was delighted to be able to download this and listen on my ipod. Excellent and so easy to do. If I can do it anyone can
Published 1 month ago by Mrs J Paget
5.0 out of 5 stars
Down Memory lane
This was a great CD . I love the artists and enjoyed reminiscing .Great to sing along to in the car.
Published 1 month ago by Eleanor Bowers
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