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Explore the origins and impact of the Peruvian song "El Condor Pasa (If I Could)" performed by Simon & Garfunkel in 1970, blending traditional Andean folk music with contemporary American folk-rock. Learn about the duo's musical journey and iconic hits like "Bridge over Troubled Water" and "The Boxer." Discover the beauty and legacy of this timeless classic.
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Todaywelistenedto the song “El Condor Pasa (if I could)”, performedby Simon & Garfunkel.
The original “El Condor Pasa” songis a Peruviansongwritten in 1913 and based on traditionalAndean folk music. Paul Simon wrotenewlyrics and included the song in the classic 1970 LP “Bridge overtroubled water”, whichwas Simon & Garfunkel’s fifth and last record.
Simon & Garfunkel werean American folk-rock duo consistingofguitarist/singer-songwriter Paul Simon and singer Art Garfunkel.
The duo recordedmany beautiful songsduringtheiractivitybetween 1963 and 1970, amongwhichthere are: The sound ofsilence, Mrs. Robinson, Kathy’s song, Homewardbound, America, The only living boy in New York, Bridge overtroubledwater, The Boxer, The 59° streetbridge song (Feelin’ groovy), Scarborough Fair, For Emily, Old Friends.