Obviously when you mix Paul Simon with Brian Wilson you're gonna perfection.
@kitbirskovich1838
Жыл бұрын
The pure clarity of his voice, its intonation, embellishment of original line and harmony, and his clean guitar accompaniment elevates lyric, melody, and song. Grateful. So beautiful.
@newyorktown
12 жыл бұрын
This was not for Willie Nelson, but for Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys. It´s a wonderful performance.
@strnglhld
Жыл бұрын
I’m laughing at the idea of Willie Nelson writing songs like this and California Girls. Yeah maybe if there was reefer growing on the beach.
@mathuff5
4 жыл бұрын
This rendition of the Surfer Girl song is epic. Paul understood that he couldn't possibly improve upon perfection by trying to compose something similar to the original Surfer Girl song, so he added his own special tweak to it. Absolutely genius.
@user-om9ix2lh3t
Ай бұрын
Paul Simon proves again what a master guitar he is.
@MissDeevaah
10 жыл бұрын
Brian "reimagined" Gershwin and Disney - genius. Another musical genius honors Brian by reimagining one of his iconic songs. genius. and to further honor Brian, Paul wears a ball hat and sweatshirt from Brian's high school. Hawthorne High.
@raystargazer
3 жыл бұрын
I did not know that! Thanks for mentioning the apparel.
@TomSchmitzLP
Жыл бұрын
I say this is the greatest cover of all time, astonishing.
@MrVisde
Жыл бұрын
The simplicity of the song leaves room for the magic to happen. Brilliant tribute from Paul Simon.
@aBeatleFan4ever
3 жыл бұрын
I watched this amazing performance when it first aired on July 4th, 2001 and was stunned by Paul Simon's awesome re-imagining of this Brian Wilson classic love song. This show was recorded in New York City's Radio City Music Hall on March 29th, 2001. I have watched Paul's brilliant work on this song maybe 30 times... and it still knocks me out - every time. He comes out by himself... and plays every note perfectly - and sings this new updated creation perfectly as well. He hits every note and takes this song to an entirely new vocal wonderland. Everyone always heaps praise on Art Garfunkel's wonderful vocal work on Simon & Garfunkel's songs (and rightfully so)... but Paul gives us a glimpse of just what an outstanding vocalist he is - with this breathtaking performance. The guy is a master musician/performer.
@johngrunwell6101
Жыл бұрын
I'm somehow just hearing this for the first time in my life, despite being a Paul Simon fanatic and great lover of many Brian Wilson masterpieces, and I have to say you're absolutely spot-on. This is such an amazingly creative approach to this song.
@renolemond638
11 ай бұрын
I have done the same. Perfectly described. He so gets it.
@sup9542
Жыл бұрын
This is the ideal of what a cover can be. Take the original as if it was just an idea, and compose it your way, show us what direction you’d have taken it.
@nassaunassau
2 жыл бұрын
Weird, but Simon actually tops the original! His rendering is so gentle and sweet (which was I'm sure BW's intent when writing) and his interpretation really shows off his mastery of the guitar, voice and his ability to translate a song in a way that everyone (folk) can appreciate. A stellar performance!
@ExtremeBeatlesArchive
Жыл бұрын
Paul's version of this song brings out hidden emotional depths that the Beach Boys version obscured.
@lizzybeth22
16 жыл бұрын
Whew! That made every hair on my arms stand up. I saw the show when it aired, but had forgotten this gem. Absolutely mesmerizing. If you get a chance to see Paul Simon in concert, go! He makes his old songs sound new and fresh with new arrangements. For my money, one of the best singer-songwriters EVER.
@chesspieart
4 жыл бұрын
stunning guitarist, and the gurian keeps up with him
@SN2903
4 жыл бұрын
Him or Dylan is the best songwriter ever. I can't choose.
@stradmad9994
2 жыл бұрын
The Grand Master , it doesn't get better than this, very advanced musicianship. loved it
@samkniffen6623
2 жыл бұрын
Astonishing. Transcending. Almost impossible to believe if I wasn't hearing it.
@pullinstringstheband
16 жыл бұрын
That was absolutely brilliant. Paul made that song his own.
Genius and I love how he marry his guitar 🎸 How are you? C’mon 12 yr ?
@ENigma-um8zw
Жыл бұрын
Long live the legacy of Brian Wilson and The Beach Boys, so glad I got to see them in the 90s and Brian Wilson doing all of Pet Sounds live once many years later for its 50th anniversary.
@MightyChoctaw
4 жыл бұрын
Greatest cover of all time.
@michelbeaugrand3268
4 жыл бұрын
Check out Bill Frisell
@DummyYEEEAAHHHHH
2 жыл бұрын
Like in general or of this song ? Cuz of all time... I dunno about all that.
@DummyYEEEAAHHHHH
2 жыл бұрын
I think Sloop John B beats this as far as covers go... just saying.
@jerimyspencer1541
Жыл бұрын
It’s up there, way up there, but the greatest cover may have to be Jeff Buckley’s Hallelujah.
@McLushi
3 жыл бұрын
This is so beautiful, heard it for the first time, today. Paul is such an exrtraordinary artist, I can only marvel at.
@brendacurrie358
Жыл бұрын
Precious ☀️
@lizzybeth22
15 жыл бұрын
I cant get enough of this. His tenderness and gentleness make it seem almost like a lullaby. If he hasn't put out a record of lullabies, maybe he should!
@ViaticalTree
3 жыл бұрын
Ah yes...the Willy Nelson country classic Surfer Girl.
@BrianKabalaMusic
3 жыл бұрын
wow i love this version! and that ending wow
@dougzernow1022
5 жыл бұрын
Brilliant. Paul showed them.
@davisracquet
14 жыл бұрын
I wish one day Paul Simon would put together a double album with songs of the 50's and 60's. He would be terrific hand picking around 30 suited for his style. If you want to get rich, just find out what I want and bet against it ever happening.
@margaretasmedberg1794
Жыл бұрын
Best cover chills!!!
@cleopatra6912
2 жыл бұрын
So beautiful!
@aw5959
3 жыл бұрын
A genius reminiscent of the scene.
@feelgood662
2 жыл бұрын
This really great!
@Awesoman
Жыл бұрын
Best cover of this song by a mile.
@RonIrelandMusic
4 жыл бұрын
A master at work.
@kalebschulz7310
4 жыл бұрын
Love it, Paul is a genius.
@Simpleot2hk
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!
@stumptacular
15 жыл бұрын
paul simon is amazing... but here he is paying tribute to HIS IDOL... the real genius, Brian Wilson.
@czgibson
16 жыл бұрын
A magical performance - easily the highlight of that show, for my money.
@dunbarrn
5 жыл бұрын
PAUL IS A GREAT SINGER AND GUITAR PLAYER.
@kellbell89
16 жыл бұрын
The greatest interpretation ever composed and performed.
@lisagaryk
15 жыл бұрын
This was the third best performance of the Brian Wilson tribute, behind Vince Gill's stunning "The Warmth of the Sun" and Vince Gill, Jimmy Webb, and Gary Crosby's magnificent rendition of "Surf's Up." Paul Simon gave a beautifully subtle, gentle improvisation on this tune and really made it his own. Quite a gem of a performance.
@tomevans5838
4 жыл бұрын
You mean David Crosby
@stefandieter4044
2 жыл бұрын
Hello Lisa how are you doing over there?
@dkbrain3434
Жыл бұрын
Agree. Maybe the three greatest performances in music history. I’m floating after listening to all three in a row.
@dereksmith8165
8 ай бұрын
Lol you’re saying the three greatest performances in music history are three covers at a Brian Wilson tribute? Also this one smokes both of those other tunes that night, just listened and it’s honestly not even close.
@donkeyboy585
Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite chord progressions ever
@Stephaniemmusic
8 ай бұрын
SO GREAT! There's no substitute for genius.
@margaretasmedberg1794
Жыл бұрын
So talent love this awsom preformer. Every not he Sung 👍
@janisandersen3089
Жыл бұрын
Very Creative Love Paul Simon💜💜
@pichoharispe
14 жыл бұрын
You said it all.One of the best versions of a song I`ve ever heard. Probbably the best.
@deanspencer8184
2 жыл бұрын
This is just wonderful!
@SincereSentinel
Жыл бұрын
TV used to be so much better. Everything other than technology was better.
@winterweib
14 жыл бұрын
Oooh! I loved this so much when I was a teenager! And now its by 'my' Paul Simon. Somehow I think that is unbelieveable:)
@philrotella6798
4 жыл бұрын
Sooo Beautiful ~~~
@margaretasmedberg1794
3 ай бұрын
Genius so lovely!
@DavidHBurkart
8 ай бұрын
Excellent rendition
@theatomband1234
Ай бұрын
Beauty incarnate
@54WMD
4 ай бұрын
Beautiful.
@zebooker
13 жыл бұрын
A pre-eminnent poet/philosopher/composer singing a favorite song and playing his very favorite guitar. Exquisite! I don't know how turnnig art into a competitive sport by ranking or assigning scores to it helps anyone experience the pure pelasure of something this good. Fine arrangement well payed on a first-quality vintage instuemt, sung expressively with great love by a superb and highly experienced performer. What's not to like?
@telecasterbear
5 жыл бұрын
Is that a Gurian?
@telecasterbear
5 жыл бұрын
Yes it is a Gurian.
@dugsdale
4 жыл бұрын
Yep, Gurian size 3 Brazilian rosewood. It was his main recording guitar for years, not sure what he's using now.
@C0D380145
Жыл бұрын
Sigge brought me here. This is so pure.
@jcdiddy
15 жыл бұрын
Easily my favourite BB cover.
@robertrhein8703
4 жыл бұрын
Haha!
@lizzybeth22
14 жыл бұрын
If this is only 3rd best, I've got to watch the other two. In my opinion, this may be the 3rd best song on KZitem!!
@andreamalaguti64
3 жыл бұрын
Transposed from Santa Monica all the way to Coney Island.
@Okiemom50
14 жыл бұрын
A true master of music and lyrics...covering the ultimate master of the same! This is done with Paul's own flair....very touching. Would like to hear Paul's views on Brian...would be very interesting.
@martinferreyra755
3 ай бұрын
esto es perfecto en todo sentido, que cosa mas linda por Dios.
@SN2903
5 жыл бұрын
Goosebumps
@lloydino
5 жыл бұрын
beautiful.
@longtimin
15 жыл бұрын
amazing how he turns this into his song, tremendous performance, would like to hear "willie" do it I bet he could do a decent version also...
@pocopico7409
11 ай бұрын
This was so cool and creative. Paul was one of the best to ever do it, and probably THE best when it came to lyrics. This made me tear up. He was such of my part of my memories growing up.
@juslookin3
15 жыл бұрын
Best Willie Nelson song ever! ;)
@MusicAfrica2007
14 жыл бұрын
This is a tribute to the great Brian Wilson, not Willie Nelson. Paul Simon's interpretation is just genius
@kellywatts248
2 жыл бұрын
Paul is a genius. How are you and do you still enjoy listening? It been 11 yr
@RkKay-xe4qb
9 ай бұрын
Luv it❤❤❤
@lynntempleton9640
Жыл бұрын
Hard to describe......
@eddieagnich1875
9 күн бұрын
Wow!
@catndryer
15 жыл бұрын
Do you love me? Do you...Surfer Girl?
@roote4k154
2 жыл бұрын
I like your video
@kevinyomofo
14 жыл бұрын
Wow. This is wonderful, thank you for sharing!
@dannygreen1964
7 ай бұрын
Paul pulled out the Gurian for this performance. He must be serious.
@NaturalTVtm
14 жыл бұрын
WOW!!!
@jodieheffernan6634
12 күн бұрын
It doesn't matter if it is freezing cold I always put on the beach boys and summer and surfing is all year long
@peterwickenden2939
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed just a brilliant onyerproyay
@EndaReilly
16 жыл бұрын
very good!
@danvorosmarty9854
Жыл бұрын
Why does this show up under "Season 3" of Hiking with Kevin Nealon?
@carolwilliams9a0
Жыл бұрын
Hello Dan
@danvorosmarty9854
Жыл бұрын
@@carolwilliams9a0 Hello Carol (?)
@anitaelghandor7295
2 жыл бұрын
Very much always💖💕❤️
@difrancisga7279
2 жыл бұрын
Minha conexão com este Divino cantor é de 360º. É mais além do que às palavras possam decifrar. E tudo se resume em “amor.” É o que desejo para ele e por ele.❤️❤️
@tempusfugit4545
3 ай бұрын
I truly loved the original all these decades .. but now Paul’s version harkens the sadness of my youth now long lost .. in my advancing age this rendition fits my nostalgia so well .. Paul’s rendition is humble and totally amazing. I’ve heard nothing like it before, except in Paul’s own arrangements. He is an amazingly gifted artist and has filled my life for the past 70 years .. ✨thanks for sharing his genius
@frankchiafari
3 жыл бұрын
Wow👍
@jamgroup2215
2 жыл бұрын
👏🔥
@gregormann7
11 жыл бұрын
I got to be the 100th 'like' -- except I don't like this. I LOVE it!!
@clydehrichards
11 ай бұрын
yep
@ZeHfAa
11 жыл бұрын
Willie Nelson? Where??? Is Brian Wilson Tribute!
@Jameswilliam1982
5 жыл бұрын
lolol
@PeanutSpring3
4 жыл бұрын
@first name last name ... just no en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surfer_Girl_(song)
@EXQCmoi
3 жыл бұрын
Great tribute by Art Garfunkel you mean!
@lizzybeth22
11 жыл бұрын
Gangnam Style has a gazillion views, and this Paul Simon gem has only 36000. Sad, sad, sad.
@Kk-fc5jw
2 жыл бұрын
Interesting folky take! 👍🏻🤔
@jhpbeachboy
14 жыл бұрын
@BenBarfuss very well said. JHP
@hansgordy
Ай бұрын
Why make a perfect song... more complicated? To each his own I guess.
@octotiggy
9 ай бұрын
Who's here because Kevin Nealon accidentally added this to an unrelated playlist on his KZitem channel? Unite!
@davidrobinson5180
Жыл бұрын
Auto-tune uses Paul Simon as its reference for pitch.
@davidwrightmusic
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful, but very strange that after all these years they haven't changed 'Willie Nelson' for 'Brian Wilson' in the opening title credit - very strange indeed?!
@carolwilliams9a0
Жыл бұрын
Hello David
@josephkelley8641
3 жыл бұрын
Wotta Force the two "Paul's" have been, i.e. Paul Simon and Paul M'Cartney. Just spelled M'Cartney wrong again (you know you're well known when you're corrected on a celeb and by SPELL check). Have looked for the correct spelling of Paul Mac's name a million times - why can't it just be easy like SIMON. M'Cartney needs to look into this! (example, change spelling of last name to much-easier "Paul Cart.") -is this a lot to ask?
@zebooker
13 жыл бұрын
As for the "Willie Nelson" thread: If you check, you'll see the poster is NOT a native speaker of English, which makes it more likely he or she could confuse the sound of "Brian Wilson" with that of "Willie Nelson." Would I be correct in thinking none of you who complain have EVER made a mistake in public?
@Dan-ex9qg
Жыл бұрын
Suggest brought me here.
@strnglhld
Жыл бұрын
I’m laughing at the idea of Willie Nelson writing songs like this and California Girls. Yeah maybe if there was reefer growing on the beach.
@AlexDeLarge1
5 жыл бұрын
LOL WILLIE NELSON
@jhpbeachboy
15 жыл бұрын
Why do you wrte this ia Willie Nelson tribute ??? This wa from a Brian Wilson tribute in NYC at Radio cu=ity Music Hall Willie Nelson
@gmtobehere
16 жыл бұрын
Brian Wilson tribute
@zebooker
12 жыл бұрын
I posted my view of what looked like a misunderstanding. Please explain in plain Englisn how I altered your music by doing so.
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