Keep the Customer Satisfied

Simon & Garfunkel

About Keep the Customer Satisfied

"Keep the Customer Satisfied" is a song by American music duo Simon & Garfunkel from the group's fifth studio album, Bridge over Troubled Water (1970). It was included as the B side of their signature hit, "Bridge Over Troubled Water". "Keep the Customer Satisfied" recounts the exhausting tours that Simon grew tired of, a similar theme to that of their earlier song, "Homeward Bound". The song was recorded by Gary Puckett for Puckett's solo LP, The Gary Puckett Album (1971) "Keep the Customer Satisfied" reached No. 71 on Billboard in the winter of 1971. It reached No. 50 on the Cash Box chart, and No. 38 in Canada. The song was produced by Richard Perry. 


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Gee but it's great to be back home
Home is where I want to be.
I've been on the road so long my friend,
And if you came along
I know you couldn't disagree.

It's the same old story, yeah
Everywhere I go,
I get slandered, libeled,
I hear words I never heard in the Bible
And I'm one step ahead of the shoe shine
Two steps away from the county line
Just trying to keep my customers satisfied,
Satisfied.

Deputy Sheriff said to me
Tell me what you come here for, boy.
You better get your bags and flee.
You're in trouble boy,
And you're heading into more.

It's the same old story,
Everywhere I go,
I get slandered, libeled,
I hear words I never heard in the Bible
And I'm one step ahead of the shoe shine
Two steps away from the county line
Just trying to keep my customers satisfied,
Satisfied

Woah woah woah woah

It's the same old story,
Everywhere I go,
I get slandered, libeled,
I hear words I never heard in the Bible
And I'm so tired, so tired
But I'm trying to keep my customers satisfied,
Satisfied

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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

Musical Collaboration
"Keep the Customer Satisfied" is a renowned song by Simon & Garfunkel, which is a duo formed by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, two of the most significant figures in the music industry.
Album Details
The song is the fourth track off Simon & Garfunkel's fifth and final studio album "Bridge over Troubled Water," which was released in 1970.
Recording Process
The recording of 'Keep the Customer Satisfied' was carried out at CBS studios in New York City.
Genre Classification
It falls under the category of folk rock, a genre that blends elements of folk and rock music.
Lyrics and Music
Paul Simon is the sole writer of the song. The song reflects the pressures felt by Simon to continually produce hit records, showcasing his lyrical prowess.
Horn Section
One of the distinguishing elements of "Keep the Customer Satisfied" is its horn section, offering a different texture to Simon & Garfunkel's traditional acoustic sound.
Awards and Recognition
While "Keep the Customer Satisfied" was not released as a single, its parent album, "Bridge over Troubled Water", won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 1971.
Live Performances
Simon & Garfunkel rarely performed "Keep the Customer Satisfied" live during their initial run but it has become a staple in Paul Simon's solo concerts.
Cover Versions
There have been several cover versions of "Keep the Customer Satisfied," including renditions by Buddy Rich, Marsha Hunt, Gary Puckett, and The Tokens.
Album Success
The album "Bridge over Troubled Water" remained at No.1 on the Billboard 200 for ten weeks and is often considered Simon & Garfunkel's best work, featuring other hit tracks like "The Boxer" and "Cecilia."

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