Proof

Paul Simon

About Proof

"Proof" is a song by the American singer-songwriter Paul Simon. It was the second single from his eighth studio album, The Rhythm of the Saints (1990), released on Warner Bros. Records.


Year:
2004
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Soon our fortunes will be made, my darling
And we leave this loathsome little town
Silver bells jingling from your black lizard boots, my baby
Silver foil to trim your wedding gown

It's true the tools of love wear down
Time passes
A mind wanders
It seems mindless, but it does
Sometimes I see your face
As if through reading glasses
And your smile seems softer than it was

Proof
Some people gonna call you up
Tell you something that you already know
Proof
Sane people go crazy on you
Say “No man that was not
The deal we made
I got to go, I got to go”
Faith
Faith is an island in the setting sun
But proof, yes
Proof is the bottom line for everyone

My face, my race
Don't matter anymore
My sex, my cheques
Accepted at the door

Proof
Some people gonna call you up
Tell you something that you already know
Proof
Sane people go crazy on you
Say “No man that was not
The deal we made
I got to, I got to go”
Faith
Faith is an island in the setting sun
But proof, yes
Proof is the bottom line for everyone

Half moon hiding in the clouds, my darling
And the sky is flecked with signs of hope
Raise your weary wings against the rain, my baby
Wash your tangled curls with gambler's soap

Proof
Some people gonna call you up
Tell you something that you already know
Proof
Sane people go crazy on you
Say “No man that was not
The deal we made
I got to, I got to, I got to”
Faith
Faith is an island in the setting sun
But proof, yes
Proof is the bottom line for everyone

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Paul Simon

Paul Frederic Simon (born October 13, 1941) is an award-winning musician whose talents in composing, performing, and vocal harmony placed him at the forefront of the singer-songwriters on an international scale. Simon's fame, influence and commercial success began as part of the duo Simon & Garfunkel, formed in 1964 with musical partner Art Garfunkel. Simon wrote most of the pair's songs, including three that reached No. 1 on the U.S. singles charts: "The Sounds of Silence," "Mrs. Robinson," and "Bridge Over Troubled Water." The duo split up in 1970 at the height of their popularity, and Simon began a successful solo career, recording three highly acclaimed albums over the next five years. In 1986, he released Graceland, an album inspired by South African… more »

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10 facts about this song

Artist
"Proof" was created by legendary singer-songwriter Paul Simon, widely known for his duo Simon & Garfunkel, and his solo hits.
Album
This song was included in Simon's eighth solo studio album, “The Rhythm of the Saints,” which was released in 1990 and marked a continuation of the heavily percussive style of his prior album “Graceland.”
Musical Style
Like many tracks on "The Rhythm of the Saints," "Proof" combines American pop and rock with world music elements, in particular African and Brazilian sounds.
Recognition
"The Rhythm of the Saints," the album featuring "Proof," was nominated for Album of the Year at the 1992 Grammy Awards. In this same year, Simon went on a successful concert tour where he also performed the song.
Track Listing
"Proof" serves as the third track on "The Rhythm of the Saints." It follows the critically praised song "The Obvious Child."
Music Video
A music video was made for "Proof." This featured Paul Simon and comedian Steve Martin, which brought a touch of humor to the song.
Instrumentation
"Proof" showcases Simon's distinctive blend of South American percussion, brass, and his signature style of detailed lyrics.
Theme
The song explores themes of faith, doubt, and the search for proof, embodying many of Paul Simon's complex lyrical concerns.
Collaboration
Musicians involved in the creation of “Proof” include Brazilian percussionists Grupo Cultural Olodum, American guitarist Vincent Nguini, and South Africa's Baghiti Khumalo on bass, showcasing Simon's global musical collaborations.
Live Performances
Paul Simon often performed "Proof" live during his "Born at the Right Time" tour, showcasing its rhythmic complexity and popularity among his fans.

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