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| 1. That's Where I Belong |
| 2. Darling Lorraine |
| 3. Old |
| 4. You're the One |
| 5. The Teacher |
| 6. Look at That |
| 7. Senorita With a Necklace of Tears |
| 8. Love |
| 9. Pigs, Sheep and Wolves |
| 10. Hurricane Eye |
| 11. Quiet |
Novelty songs like "Old" and "Pigs Sheep and Wolves" are beyond slight. "Hurricane Eye" at least has an interesting arrangement, and the album's closer, "Quiet" does leave me wondering what Simon's rumored collaborations with Brian Eno will sound like. But "You're The One" is just lackluster. I'll not count Paul Simon out of the game; as his recent tour with Art Garfunkle has shown, he is still a great performer, and a great many people had written him off prior to "Graceland." Here's hoping the "Old Friends" tour gave his muse a jolt.
Paul Simon trades the African/ Brazilian-style music featured on his previous two albums (1986's "Graceland" and 1990's "Rhythm of the Saints") for a more mellow sound that combines folk and pop. He wrote and produced every track soulfully, which offers audiences great relaxation music. These tracks contain more vocal and guitar emphasis than his classics. He keeps the melodies simple and catchy. He expresses every word wonderfully, offering more emotion to his poetic lyrics. They beautifully reflect his life and turbulances from childhood to today. Such musical talents featured on "You're the One" offer a wonderful and unforgettable musical journey. This is sure to please many listeners for a long time.
This is great work!
Just give it time and it will grow on you.
You won't be sorry.
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