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Paul Simon — Slip Slidin' Away
Album: Still Crazy After All These Years
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Released: 1975
Length: 4:42
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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 Dolores
I live in fear
My love for you's 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 no rain
She said a bad day's when I lie in bed
And 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 fa-ther
Who had a son
He longed to tell him all the reasons
For the things he'd done
He came a long way
Just to explain
He kissed his boy as he lay sleeping
Then he turned around and 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 work 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
You know the nearer your destination
The more you're slip slidin' away
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GREAT TUNE!!  Thankx RP!
Posted 4 days ago by joejennings    [ Reply ]
Leads you gently into a safe place.
Posted 2 weeks ago by GingerandMe    [ Reply ]
one of my personal favorite songs :)
Posted 1 month ago by evadman    [ Reply ]
 Dave_Mack wrote:
Oh Bill. What a beautiful segue out of Sonny Chillingworth. I'd love to see your database that must show song keys, tempos, themes. Or maybe it's all in your head? You make magic happen! Maybe give a master class 


I think it's more in his heart. But I would like to see his database too
Posted 5 months ago by mylokline    [ Reply ]
 xrdstv wrote:



It is okay.... we have Celine <chortle> <snicker>


LOL
Posted 5 months ago by smartn1    [ Reply ]
Paul is a musical genius.
This song is timeless and beautiful. LOVE it!
Posted 11 months ago by Roguewarer    [ Reply ]
Easily one of the greatest lyricists of all time! 
Posted 11 months ago by surfool    [ Reply ]
Again  hear it over and over  PS has a LOT of great stuff 
Posted 1 year ago by Rcallinjr    [ Reply ]
i love this part:



God only knows
God makes his plan
The information's unavailable
To the mortal man
Posted 1 year ago by lily34    [ Reply ]
AM radio gold. Reminds me of grade school.
Posted 1 year ago by drewd    [ Reply ]
I love the electric piano on this (played by the late great Richard Tee).
Posted 1 year ago by nutrod42    [ Reply ]
 yesnojoe wrote:
Hey RP, Slip Sliding Away was released as a single in 1977 and later on Greatest Hits, Etc. It was not released in 1975 or on the Still Crazy After All These Years album. mmmm

INTENDED to be included on "Still Crazy ..." 
Posted 1 year ago by unclehud    [ Reply ]
Hey RP, Slip Sliding Away was released as a single in 1977 and later on Greatest Hits, Etc. It was not released in 1975 or on the Still Crazy After All These Years album. mmmm
Posted 1 year ago by yesnojoe    [ Reply ]
 ojibwe wrote:

Paul Simon is an American treasure. And no Canada, you can't have him. 




It is okay.... we have Celine <chortle> <snicker>
Posted 1 year ago by xrdstv    [ Reply ]
perfect segue. Slack Key ended on the same note as the first note of this. 
Posted 1 year ago by xrdstv    [ Reply ]

Yikes.  Some of the most chilling lyrics ever written:

"We work our jobs
Collect our pay
Believe we're gliding down the highway
When in fact we're slip slidin' away"


Posted 2 years ago by idiot_wind    [ Reply ]
 ai63 wrote:

She said a good day
Ain't got no rain 
She said a bad day's when I lie in bed
And think of things that might have been
Love it :)



I always thought he sang "Ain't got no meaning"....  
Posted 2 years ago by mattenuttall    [ Reply ]
I remember like yesterday all the times my family, friends and I used to sing along to this on the radio when it was on almost daily. Like so many hits by this SongMaster, it's quite a catchy song! I remember an elder telling me, Hey, but it's a lot sadder than you might think... Since I was only 13, 14 years old at the time, I didn't realize how bitterly poignant it was, but damn, it sure cuts to the bone.
Posted 2 years ago by coloradojohn    [ Reply ]
Paul Simon is a national treasure. 
Posted 2 years ago by Zep    [ Reply ]
The backing vocals--probably Paul Simon--in this, especially at the end, are so beautiful. Hey the whole thing is amazing.
Posted 2 years ago by jim15    [ Reply ]
YIKES!!!!


"We work our jobs
Collect our pay
Believe we're gliding down the highway
When in fact we're slip slidin' away"
Posted 2 years ago by idiot_wind    [ Reply ]
Good Tune!
Posted 2 years ago by eileenomurphy    [ Reply ]
Same segue again today, after a melancholy Tom Petty song and Buckley's Hallelujah. I may need someone to come pick me up off the floor.
Posted 3 years ago by TLynneHenry    [ Reply ]
 Dave_Mack wrote:
Oh Bill. What a beautiful segue out of Sonny Chillingworth. I'd love to see your database that must show song keys, tempos, themes. Or maybe it's all in your head? You make magic happen! Maybe give a master class 
 
I heartily concur...and the last lineup was outstanding (for me)...turned on the radio and got: In the Waiting Line to I Only Have Eyes for You to Hallelujah to (one of my personal favorites, Sonny Chillingworth) Moe 'Uhane to Slip Sliding Away...very nice way to start my day and great segues all around.  Thank You!
Posted 3 years ago by chuck02    [ Reply ]
8 -> 9 for that slick moustache-tophat combo
Posted 3 years ago by ExploitingChaos    [ Reply ]
Oh Bill. What a beautiful segue out of Sonny Chillingworth. I'd love to see your database that must show song keys, tempos, themes. Or maybe it's all in your head? You make magic happen! Maybe give a master class 
Posted 4 years ago by Dave_Mack    [ Reply ]
 Matt_Maurer wrote:
I thought I could dance, but hells bells Bill! Phew! Go right ahead mate! My ears are all yours! ❤️❤️
 
OK, I'm having a hard time trying to figure out what you're saying here, especially when the song in question is Slip Slidin' Away.  Rephrase, please?
Posted 4 years ago by pinto    [ Reply ]
I thought I could dance, but hells bells Bill! Phew! Go right ahead mate! My ears are all yours! ❤️❤️
Posted 4 years ago by Matt_Maurer    [ Reply ]
I was pretty young when this was played heavily on the radio, and it was one of the first songs for which I really understood the lyrics.  It gave me comfort to know that others felt like life was a struggle too.  I will forever be grateful for this tune. 
Posted 4 years ago by brian.gass77551    [ Reply ]
test
Posted 6 years ago by idiot_wind    [ Reply ]
Paul Simon is an American treasure. And no Canada, you can't have him. 
Posted 6 years ago by ojibwe    [ Reply ]
 1wolfy wrote:
JJ Cale  Crazy Moma   quite similar to me

 
It may sound similar, but "Crazy Mama" is essentially a blues progression: one chord throughout all the verses with a transition between them that sounds vaguely similar to the chorus of this song.  This song has many more chords than does Mr. Cale's.
Posted 7 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
Blow-away lyrics expressed without a second thought, a melody that sounds so simple like an 8 year old could write it in an afternoon ... that man is good.
Posted 7 years ago by user4176    [ Reply ]
She said a good day
Ain't got no rain 
She said a bad day's when I lie in bed
And think of things that might have been
Love it :)
Posted 7 years ago by ai63    [ Reply ]
JJ Cale  Crazy Moma   quite similar to me
Posted 8 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
I like this.
Posted 8 years ago by Dazzerb    [ Reply ]
 Zarba wrote:
Paul must cringe every time he sees this picture...
 
actually it looks like he is the first "hipster"
on an inner city fire escape with tight jeans, bad facial hair and a hat that he (or anyone else) doesn't wear in real life 
Posted 8 years ago by Skydog    [ Reply ]
I never really listened to this when it came out. My loss. Paul Simon's ability to distill complex concepts into succinct phrases is remarkable when paired with music.
Posted 8 years ago by bam23    [ Reply ]
 aekl wrote:

Yes! Anyone who says all of an artist's songs sound the same doesn't really know the artist, and certainly has never owned an album of theirs. Their comments should be stricken from the record!
 
There are plenty of recording artists who have songs which songs sound similar or alike - I don't think Paul Simon fits into that category so much, though.
Posted 12 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
Arguably, the most emotionally wrenching song ever written; one of the few that can bring tears to my eyes.
Posted 14 years ago by SinisterDexter    [ Reply ]
jadewahoo wrote:
I could not count how many times I have sung this song to my childrens over the last 31 years. A father wished to tell his son the reason for all the things he'd done. He came a long way Just to explain, Kissed his child while he lay sleeping then turned around and headed for home again....
Just how many do you have in 31 years? I thought I was doing okay to have four in six. Now I have five grandies. You must have about 546.
Posted 17 years ago by maxmox    [ Reply ]
I could not count how many times I have sung this song to my childrens over the last 31 years. A father wished to tell his son the reason for all the things he'd done, Kissed his child while he lay sleeping then turned around and headed for home again....
Posted 17 years ago by jadewahoo    [ Reply ]
She said a good day Ain't got no rain She said a bad day's when I lie in bed And think of things that might have been I've always loved that line.
Posted 17 years ago by musikalia    [ Reply ]
Daniel_Pittenger wrote:
How could you rate any of Paul Simon's stuff less than godlike?
Well since you asked -- Quite easily, thank you.
Posted 17 years ago by handyrae    [ Reply ]
Wow
Posted 17 years ago by jbtidwell    [ Reply ]
This is one of those songs that makes me shiver.
Posted 17 years ago by Stefen    [ Reply ]
How could you rate any of Paul Simon's stuff less than godlike? Well maybe that new album...
Posted 17 years ago by Daniel_Pittenger    [ Reply ]
aekl wrote:
Yes! Anyone who says all of an artist's songs sound the same doesn't really know the artist, and certainly has never owned an album of theirs. Their comments should be stricken from the record!
Excellent point, aekl. Especially the part where you agreed with ME!
Posted 17 years ago by RobK    [ Reply ]
RobK wrote:
That's what everyone thinks when they simply don't like someone, which makes your comment totally unoriginal.
Yes! Anyone who says all of an artist's songs sound the same doesn't really know the artist, and certainly has never owned an album of theirs. Their comments should be stricken from the record!
Posted 18 years ago by aekl    [ Reply ]
It's rainin' outside, it ain't supposed to stop for days - and I forgot my lunch at home. But this song just hit the sweet spot, man. TJ
Posted 18 years ago by TJOpootertoot    [ Reply ]
capandjudy wrote:
"Slip Sliding Away" is not from "Still Crazy After All Of These Years" as referenced above. It is a fantastic song none the less.
Funny, it's on my vinyl copy. And you're right, it's a fantastic song. Sad and uplifting at the same time, very human.
Posted 18 years ago by Lazy8    [ Reply ]
How can I both like and hate this song at the same time?!?
Posted 18 years ago by hippiechick    [ Reply ]
toddschmutz wrote:
All Paul Simon songs sound the same! But they sound best when they are over.
That's what everyone thinks when they simply don't like someone, which makes your comment totally unoriginal.
Posted 18 years ago by RobK    [ Reply ]
toddschmutz wrote:
All Paul Simon songs sound the same! But they sound best when they are over.
Posted 18 years ago by vandal    [ Reply ]
All Paul Simon songs sound the same! But they sound best when they are over.
Posted 18 years ago by toddschmutz    [ Reply ]
Shesdifferent wrote:
Play ANY Paul Simon or Simon & Garfunkel ANYTIME on RP!
Sign me up!
Posted 18 years ago by meloman    [ Reply ]
What a songwriter. These lyrics are amazing... "He wore his passion for his woman like a thorny crown."
Posted 18 years ago by Krispian    [ Reply ]
Not a huge fan of the man, but this is nice. I like the lyrics in particular. "We work our jobs, collect our pay, but we're slip slidin' away." Not sure if those are the exact words, but that line stands out for me.
Posted 18 years ago by jah_blessed    [ Reply ]
Lyrics, arrangement, rhythm...speaks volumes...
Posted 18 years ago by Shesdifferent    [ Reply ]
Just saw Paul in concert last week. absolutely amazing!!! and his opening act rocked some killer slide guitar
Posted 18 years ago by Tristan_McIntosh    [ Reply ]
I've heard this song so many times, almost everytime I tear up.
Posted 18 years ago by witchchild    [ Reply ]
Daveinbawlmer wrote:
I like this song and I can't stand myself for it.
Yeah, it's depressing as hell but still melodic (vs melancholic).
Posted 18 years ago by Aud    [ Reply ]
I like this song and I can't stand myself for it.
Posted 18 years ago by Daveinbawlmer    [ Reply ]
Man... some things never change. Love is old, love is new.
Posted 18 years ago by Old_Pool_Skunk    [ Reply ]
Paul_in_Australia wrote:
This song is so melancholy...it underlines Paul Simon's ability to remind us of some universal truths; 1 Love + doubt = despair 2 Hat + moustache = balding man 3 Sandals + socks = beard
Bump it!
Posted 18 years ago by kazuma    [ Reply ]
Zarba wrote:
Paul must cringe every time he sees this picture...
I know I do. -mt- (Great song, though.)
Posted 18 years ago by mattt    [ Reply ]
Zarba wrote:
Paul must cringe every time he sees this picture...
Ohh, I think that picture was the one that started my Paul Simon crush! Guilty pleasure indeed!
Posted 18 years ago by Antigone    [ Reply ]
Paul must cringe every time he sees this picture...
Posted 18 years ago by Zarba    [ Reply ]
"The sound you make is muzac to my ears" - John Lennon
Posted 18 years ago by xsrossiter    [ Reply ]
capandjudy wrote:
"Slip Sliding Away" is not from "Still Crazy After All Of These Years" as referenced above. It is a fantastic song none the less.
Well, it was written with this bunch (Still Crazy.. - 1975), just not released until his next album Greatest Hits, Etc. Also, released as a single with Something So Right (b side) in 1977 (2 years after it's release on the Still Crazy... album)
Posted 18 years ago by veegez    [ Reply ]
capandjudy wrote:
"Slip Sliding Away" is not from "Still Crazy After All Of These Years" as referenced above. It is a fantastic song none the less.
Well, it was written with this bunch, just not release until his next album Greatest Hits, Etc.
Posted 18 years ago by veegez    [ Reply ]
Paul_in_Australia wrote:
This song is so melancholy...it underlines Paul Simon's ability to remind us of some universal truths; 1 Love + doubt = despair 2 Hat + moustache = balding man 3 Sandals + socks = beard
I like this one. Lez bring it to the top. :)
Posted 18 years ago by veegez    [ Reply ]
"Slip Sliding Away" is not from "Still Crazy After All Of These Years" as referenced above. It is a fantastic song none the less.
Posted 18 years ago by capandjudy    [ Reply ]
Death_to_Clear_Channel wrote:
Someone actually possesses "good memories" from the 70's? Well hat's off to you, brother. That was one of the darkest decades of the century.
Yes. The other dark decades of the century were the 10's, 20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 80's and 90's. Memories are as good as you can make them, I suppose.
Posted 18 years ago by AlienRelic    [ Reply ]
There's a sound in this song that truly had me thinking my pop-up blocker was going crazy. The song's pretty good, but I could do without that little sound.
Posted 18 years ago by StellarSwarm    [ Reply ]
Perfection.
Posted 18 years ago by Whirlpool    [ Reply ]
One of the few individuals I would label as a musical genius. He did borrow a lot from other cultures and musicians, but in the process he definetly added his own flavor, and not only elevated his music, but the popularity of the original musicians. Paul Simon is probably the greatest all around musician in the last 50 years. and this is an excellent example of one of his best songs. Dealing with human emotion and making even pain beautiful.
Posted 18 years ago by danimal3114u    [ Reply ]
Yes, play more solo Simon, or more Simon & Garfunkel, more often here on RP! Mark my words: 50 or 100 years from now, Paul Simon will be universally acknowledged as one of THE greatest songwriting talents of our era. The thing is, he's so easy to listen to, it's easy to severely underrate his work. He is just phenomenal. And by the way, this particular song also brings back good 70s memories for me too!
Posted 18 years ago by skindy    [ Reply ]
Death_to_Clear_Channel wrote:
Someone actually possesses "good memories" from the 70's? Well hat's off to you, brother. That was one of the darkest decades of the century.
Aw Man, we had so much FUN! Very fond memories were made in the 70's for me anyway...
Posted 18 years ago by ruthless    [ Reply ]
dolfan wrote:
Takes me back to the '70's and some of the good memories from that time. Good choice for a return to 30 years ago. Paul Simon was/is a rare talent.
Someone actually possesses "good memories" from the 70's? Well hat's off to you, brother. That was one of the darkest decades of the century.
Posted 18 years ago by Death_to_Clear_Channel    [ Reply ]
Shesdifferent wrote:
Play ANY Paul Simon or Simon & Garfunkel ANYTIME on RP!
I couldn't agree more. One of the best songwriters ever, with a wistful singing voice on top of it all.
Posted 18 years ago by cattgirl813    [ Reply ]
Play ANY Paul Simon or Simon & Garfunkel ANYTIME on RP!
Posted 18 years ago by Shesdifferent    [ Reply ]
This song is so melancholy...it underlines Paul Simon's ability to remind us of some universal truths; 1 Love + doubt = despair 2 Hat + moustache = balding man 3 Sandals + socks = beard
Posted 18 years ago by Paul_in_Australia    [ Reply ]
Takes me back to the '70's and some of the good memories from that time. Good choice for a return to 30 years ago. Paul Simon was/is a rare talent.
Posted 18 years ago by dolfan    [ Reply ]