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Graceland

~ Paul Simon

4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)

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Audio CD (1 Sep 1986)
Number of Discs: 1
Label: Warner
ASIN: B00000E9O7
Other Editions: Audio CD | Audio Cassette

Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)

Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 4,056 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)
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3. I Know What I Know

4. Gumboots

5. Diamonds On The Soles Of Her Shoes

6. You Can Call Me Al

7. Under African Skies

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The melding of South African styles and Simon's trademark sensibility made for one of the most intriguing albums--not to mention commercial hits--of the 1980s. At once lively, thoughtful, gorgeous, and tough, Graceland acknowledges splits both in South Africa's social fabric and in Simon's personal life (the title track is a clear descendant of the earlier "Hearts and Bones", a song about the singer- songwriter's brief marriage to Carrie Fisher). Humour is hardly absent from the mix, though; witness the addled "I Know What I Know" and the fable-like "You Can Call Me Al". --Rickey Wright

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Through the mist of subsequent pale imitations, it is difficult now to recall the enormous impact of this trans-cultural album. The mould-breaking blend of rock and African rhythms is exemplified by "Homeless", an exquisitely melancholic evocation of African beauty and desolation. The stirring harmonies of Ladysmith Black Mambazo illuminate "Homeless" and "Diamonds On The Soles Of Her Shoes". The element of humour in the latter is echoed in "You Can Call Me Al", a hit single. The lyrics are finely crafted and the result is a structure of impeccable proportions. There are angels in the architecture.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Simply put: Perfect!, 22 Aug 2002

By	"masterleversha" - See all my reviews

I can honestly say that this was the first album that i listened to over and over again, and still after the 4th time i was picking up lyrics and phrases that i had not heard before.
The music is lovely and crisp on the ear and is full of rythem and style that is sadly becoming lost in todays electric tunes.
Paul Simon has lost none of his style and panache in this, and it still stands out as one of the greatest and most loved albums of all time.

Simply perfect.

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5.0 out of 5 stars SUBLIME, 18 May 2003

By	Pieter "Toypom" (Johannesburg) - See all my reviews (TOP 10 REVIEWER)

This seamless blend of African pop and American folk styles is one of the most exquisite musical achievements of the 20th century. The melodies are exquisite and each and every one of the tracks is a classic. The best loved songs include The Boy In The Bubble, Graceland, Diamonds On The Soles Of Her Shoes and Under African Skies, but the rest hold great charm too. The most rootsy African sounds surface on I Know What I Know with the soulful vocal infusions of The Gaza Sisters. Paul Simon has always successfully integrated exotic sounds in his music to create great beauty: Andean flutes in El Condor Pasa, reggae in Me And Julio Down By The School Yard and in Mother & Child Reunion, and Latin/South American sounds in Rhythm Of The Saints, but Graceland is his towering achievement as a solo artist, a truly exceptional album with a power and beauty that transcends all musical boundaries.

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5.0 out of 5 stars One of my favourites, 25 Sep 2001

By	S. Thomas (South Wales, UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I think the previous reviews sum this album up perfectly, but what I will say is this is one of my favourite albums ever. Im not a big Paul Simon fan. But back in 1986 I thought "You Can Call Me Al" was kind of cool, but "Boy in the Bubble" was different and did it for me and I went out and bought the cassette version. This album is still so alive and invigorating. I guess these days you would have to be a big Paul Simon fan to buy this, but if you are just getting into world music then this would definately be a great starter with its pop edge.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Original 1986 recording
Sometimes magnificent music can be let down by meaningless lyrics, and sometimes significant words are undermined by trite tunes, but this `Graceland' CD is magnificent from all... Read more

Published 6 days ago by D. Elliott

5.0 out of 5 stars Paul Simon
Every track on this CD is brilliant. I have it on audio cassette and wanted the CD. "These are the days of miracles and wonder, this is the long distance call.... Read more

Published 5 months ago by Ms. M. M. L. Packwood

1.0 out of 5 stars Great dissapointment
The CD has still not been delivered over a fortnight after the latest delivery time given

Published 7 months ago by W. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars This should be mandatory
Yes...this is easily one of the most seminal and perfectly concieved albums of all time. If you have read the other reviews you should have ordered your copy by now. Read more

Published 19 months ago by gregorthethird

5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless masterpiece
This seamless blend of African pop and American folk styles is one of the most exquisite musical achievements of the 20th century. Read more

Published on 22 Jul 2007 by Pieter

4.0 out of 5 stars seminal album......
Once in a while an album comes along that redefines music, and this is one of those albums. Easy to forget now, but this album was groundbreaking on its release. Read more

Published on 9 Sep 2006 by Dino Amore'

5.0 out of 5 stars Shining like a national guitar
First things first, this is not a perfect album. But the good moments are so good, it has to be given 5 stars. Read more

Published on 28 Jan 2006 by aleagle

5.0 out of 5 stars A Complete Classic
One of the classic albums of all time. Graceland is a fusion of wonderful lyrics and haunting melodies. Read more

Published on 27 Feb 2004 by Allan One

5.0 out of 5 stars The best album ever!
I have listened to this album since I was a baby, and it is absolutely fantastic! Diamonds On The Soles Of Her Shoes is my favourite song in the world- it always calms me down... Read more

Published on 23 April 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars A bona fide classic album
This album will almost always figure in a "Best Albums Of All Time" poll. On its release in 1986 it became one of the highest selling albums of the 80s. Read more

Published on 13 Feb 2002

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