Paul Simon ‎– Graceland

Paul Simon – Graceland

A landmark album of the 1980s, Graceland finds Paul Simon expanding his songwriting vision through a vibrant fusion of American pop, folk, and the rich musical traditions of South Africa. Recorded with an extraordinary lineup of musicians including Ladysmith Black Mambazo, the album blends intricate rhythmic structures, layered instrumentation, and deeply melodic songwriting into something both groundbreaking and deeply accessible.

At its core, Graceland is an album of collaboration and discovery. Simon’s songwriting is enriched by the contributions of South African musicians, whose playing brings rhythmic vitality and harmonic depth to tracks like Diamonds On The Soles Of Her Shoes and You Can Call Me Al. The result is a record that feels globally connected, yet still intimate in its storytelling.

From the reflective title track to the infectious energy of The Boy In The Bubble, this is a beautifully constructed album that balances innovation with timeless songcraft. Graceland remains one of Paul Simon’s most celebrated and influential works—an essential record in modern popular music.

Tracklist:

A1 – The Boy In The Bubble
A2 – Graceland
A3 – I Know What I Know
A4 – Gumboots
A5 – Diamonds On The Soles Of Her Shoes

B1 – You Can Call Me Al
B2 – Under African Skies
B3 – Homeless
B4 – Crazy Love, Vol. II
B5 – That Was Your Mother
B6 – All Around The World Or The Myth Of Fingerprints