The 59th Street Bridge Song

Simon & Garfunkel

About The 59th Street Bridge Song

"The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy)" is a song by folk music duo Simon & Garfunkel, appearing on their 1966 album Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme. "59th Street Bridge" is the colloquial name of the Queensboro Bridge in New York City. The song's message is immediately delivered in its opening verse: "Slow down, you move too fast". The studio version features Dave Brubeck Quartet members Joe Morello (drums) and Eugene Wright (double bass). Footage of Simon and Garfunkel performing the song at the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival is featured in the film Monterey Pop. On his farewell tour, Simon "penalized" himself for wrongly performing the lyrics to another song by singing this song, which he confesses to hating. The theme song to the American children's TV show H. R. Pufnstuf, originally composed by Sid and Marty Krofft, was found to closely mimic "The 59th Street Bridge Song" after Simon sued; his writing credit was subsequently added to the H. R. Pufnstuf theme. 


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Slow down, you move too fast
You got to make the morning last
Just kicking down the cobblestones
Looking for fun and feeling groovy
Ba da-da da-da da-da, feeling groovy

Hello lamppost, what'cha knowing
I've come to watch your flowers growin'
Ain't you got no rhymes for me?
Doo-ait-n-doo-doo, feeling groovy
Ba da-da da-da da-da, feeling groovy

I got no deeds to do, no promises to keep
I'm dappled and drowsy and ready to sleep
Let the morningtime drop all its petals on me
Life, I love you, all is groovy

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Simon & Garfunkel

Simon & Garfunkel were an American music duo consisting of singer-songwriters Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. They formed the group Tom & Jerry in 1957 and had their first success with the minor hit "Hey, Schoolgirl". As Simon & Garfunkel, the duo rose to fame in 1965, largely on the strength of the hit single "The Sound of Silence". Their music was featured in the landmark film The Graduate (1967), propelling them further into the public consciousness. more »

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Written by: Paul Simon

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy)" was written by singer-songwriter Paul Simon and performed by Simon & Garfunkel, an American duo comprised of artists Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel.
Album Release
The song was released in 1966 as part of their fourth studio album "Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme".
Title Inspiration
The song's title is inspired by the New York City's Queensboro Bridge, also known as 59th Street Bridge, which connects Manhattan and Queens.
Lyrical Theme
The lyrics of the song exemplify a carefree, optimistic, and joyous mood. The phrase "Feelin' Groovy" has since become synonymous with feeling blissfully at ease or joyful.
Performance History
The song gained popularity when it was performed by Simon & Garfunkel on “The Ed Sullivan Show” in 1967.
Popular Culture
This song has frequently been referenced in pop culture, with covers by many artists including Harpers Bizarre and Pizzicato Five, and features in TV programs such as The Simpsons and movies such as Die Hard.
Paul Simon's View
Despite its popularity, Paul Simon once stated he cringes whenever he hears the song because of its overly simplistic and naïve lyrics.
Musical Style
The song maintains a unique blend of folk and pop music which was characteristic of Simon & Garfunkel’s style; it is especially known for its catchy and upbeat tune.
Song Length
The official length of the song is 1 minute and 55 seconds, making it one of Simon & Garfunkel's shortest songs.
Unofficial Filk Version
An unofficial filk music version of this song exists called "Bouncing Potatoes" by Leslie Fish and produced by Fish and the DeHorn crew.

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