A Hazy Shade of Winter

Simon & Garfunkel

About A Hazy Shade of Winter

"A Hazy Shade of Winter" is a song by American music duo Simon & Garfunkel, released on October 22, 1966, initially as a stand-alone single, but was subsequently included on the duo's fourth studio album, Bookends (1968). It peaked at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100. In 1987, the Bangles recorded a cover version for the Less Than Zero soundtrack, which peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100. In 2019, Gerard Way and Ray Toro recorded a cover version for the Netflix Original series The Umbrella Academy.  


Year:
2003
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Time, time time, see what's become of me
While I looked around for my possibilities

I was so hard to please
Don't look around
The leaves are brown
And the sky is a hazy shade of winter

Hear the Salvation Army band
Down by the riverside's, there's bound to be a better ride
Than what you've got planned

Carry your cup in your hand
And look around
Leaves are brown, now
And the sky is a hazy shade of winter

Hang on to your hopes, my friend
That's an easy thing to say
But if your hopes should pass away
Simply pretend that you can build them again
Look around
The grass is high
The fields are ripe
It's the springtime of my life

Seasons change with the scenery
Weaving time in a tapestry
Won't you stop and remember me
At any convenient time?
Funny how my memory skips while looking over manuscripts
Of unpublished rhyme
Drinking my vodka and lime
I look around
Leaves are brown, now
And the sky is a hazy shade of winter
Look around
Leaves are brown
There's a patch of snow on the ground
Look around
Leaves are brown
There's a patch of snow on the ground
Look around
Leaves are brown
There's a patch of snow on the ground

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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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6 facts about this song

Song Details
1. "A Hazy Shade of Winter" is a song originally written and performed by American music duo Simon & Garfunkel. 2. The song was released in 1966 as a stand-alone single that later featured on their fourth studio album, "Bookends" (1968).
Songwriting & Production
3. The song was both written and produced by Paul Simon, one half of Simon & Garfunkel. 4. Despite the melancholic lyrics, the music possesses an energetic, upbeat sound due to its electrified, hard rock sound. 5. The introduction and bridge of the song feature a 12-string guitar part played by Paul Simon.
Charts & Acclaim
6. Originally, Simon & Garfunkel's version reached #13 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1966. 7. It was one of their first uses of rock instruments, pre-dating their influential "Bridge Over Troubled Water" album.
Bangles' Version
8. The female band Bangles covered "A Hazy Shade of Winter" in 1987 for the soundtrack of the film "Less Than Zero." 9. Their version uses a harder, more pronounced sound, featuring heavy use of electric guitar. 10. Produced by famed rock producer Rick Rubin, the Bangles' version gained a lot of popularity and commercial success. 11. The Bangles' cover actually outperformed the original on the U.S. Billboard charts, peaking at #2 in 1987. 12. It was released as a single and became a top-five hit in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada.
Music Video
13. The music video of the song from the Bangles features the theme from the movie "Less Than Zero," illustrating the excesses of Los Angeles' wealthy, young nightlife. 14. The video received substantial airplay on MTV and helped promote both the movie and the Bangles' version of the song.
Legacy
15. "A Hazy Shade of Winter" remains one of the most popular and recognisable songs for both Simon & Garfunkel and Bangles. 16. The song's lyrics have been interpreted as a reflection on the passage of time and life's changes, making the song a poignant classic. 17. Multiple artists from various genres have covered the song, showcasing its timeless appeal and influence.

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