Slip Slidin' Away

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About Slip Slidin' Away

"Slip Slidin' Away" is a 1977 song written and recorded by Paul Simon, from his compilation album Greatest Hits, Etc.. It was one of two new songs to appear on the album, the other being "Stranded in a Limousine". Backing vocals on the song are provided by The Oak Ridge Boys. The song was originally recorded and considered for Simon's 1975 album Still Crazy After All These Years, but Simon decided not to include the song on the finished album. A demo version appears on the 2004 re-issue of the album. The song was also included on Negotiations and Love Songs (1988). "Slip Slidin' Away" was released as a single in October 1977 and became a major hit, peaking at #5 on the Billboard Pop Singles chart. The song eventually became a hit at both Simon's solo concerts and Simon & Garfunkel concerts. 


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Slip slidin' away 
Slip slidin' away 
You know the nearer your destination 
The more you're slip slidin' away 

I know a man, he came from my home town 
He wore his passion for his woman like a thorny crown 
He said "Delores, I live in fear 
My love for you is so overpowering 

I'm afraid that I will disappear" 
Slip slidin' away 
Slip slidin' away 
You know the nearer your destination 

The more you're slip slidin' away 
I know a woman, became a wife 
These are the very words she uses to describe her life 
She said "A good day ain't got not rain" 

She said "A bad day's when I lie in bed 
And I think of things that might have been" 
Slip slidin' away 
Slip slidin' away 

You know the nearer your destination 
The more you're slip slidin' away 
And I know a father who had a son 
He longed to tell him all the reasons for the things he had done 

He came a long way just to explain 
He kissed his boy as he lay sleeping 
Then he turned around and he headed home again 
Slip slidin' away 

Slip slidin' away 
You know the nearer your destination 
The more you're slip slidin' away 
God only knows, God makes his plan 

The information's unavailable to the mortal man 
We're working our jobs, collect our pay 
Believe we're gliding down the highway 
When in fact we're slip slidin' away 

Slip slidin' away 
Slip slidin' away 
You know the nearer your destination 
The more you're slip slidin' away 

Slip slidin' away 
Slip slidin' away 
You know the nearer your destination 
The more you're slip slidin' away

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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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11 facts about this song

Release Date
'Slip Slidin' Away' was originally released on 5th November 1977 by Paul Simon.
Chart Performance
This song managed to peak at number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Not A Part of Initial Album Release
It was not included on his album 'Still Crazy After All These Years,' from which it originates but was added to it later.
Simon & Garfunkel Version
'Slip Slidin' Away' was also recorded by Simon & Garfunkel for their compilation album, 'The Concert in Central Park,' which was released in February 1982.
Album Appearance
The song was later included in Paul Simon's 1977 compilation album, 'Greatest Hits, Etc.'
Recorded in Multiple Studios
The song was recorded in various studios, including CBS Studios in New York and Muscle Shoals Sound Studio in Alabama.
Genre
'Slip Slidin' Away', is primarily classified as a folk-rock song.
Backing Vocals
The popular singing group, "The Oak Ridge Boys" provided backup vocals for the song.
Inspiration
Paul Simon stated in interviews that the song was written about the feeling of life slipping away and that it was a sad and poignant song.
Prominent Themes
The song's lyrics deal with themes of regret, middle age, unfulfilled dreams, and the monotonicity of life.
Pop Culture Reference
'Slip Slidin' Away' has been featured in numerous TV shows and films, including 'The Wonder Years' and 'Glee'.

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