"Slip Slidin' Away" by Paul Simon
Written by Paul SimonProduced by Paul Simon and Phil Ramone
Released on Greatest Hits, Etc. (November 1977)
Released as single October 1977
Peaked at #5 on Billboard Hot 100
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When I got sick as a child, my mom would sing hymns in order to comfort me. Music--good music--has always been comforting to me. The best way that I can describe "Slip Slidin' Away" is to say that it is musical comfort food. As soon as those opening notes are sung, I feel like I can breathe a sigh of relief. I love songs that give me that feeling.
I have always loved Paul Simon, as a songwriter and performer. His video for "You Can Call Me Al" was one of my favorite music videos growing up. He seemed really cool. The song featured silly lyrics, fun horns, and cool African rhythms. The video was just Paul Simon and Chevy Chase being silly. What more could a 9 year old watching MTV want?
This song is on this list because it is beautiful, because it relaxes me, because I love when I hear it. That's all I need to say.
Right now "Slip Slidin' Away" by Paul Simon is (probably) my 95th favorite song of all time.
Thanks for the mention ... I have always liked this one, too.
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