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"Kathy's Song" is a poignant and reflective ballad by Paul Simon, written and performed during his time as part of the folk duo Simon & Garfunkel. The song appears on their 1966 album *Sounds of Silence*.

The song is widely believed to be about Paul Simon's then-girlfriend, Kathy Chitty, whom he met during his time in England in the early 1960s. The lyrics reflect themes of love, distance, longing, and introspection. Simon expresses feelings of yearning for Kathy while being apart from her and the melancholy of their long-distance relationship.

Key themes in the song include:
- **Love and Separation**: Simon sings about his deep affection for Kathy and the pain of being apart from her.
- **Loneliness and Solitude**: The lyrics also convey a sense of loneliness, with Simon feeling isolated while reflecting on his love.
- **Introspection and Doubt**: Simon grapples with thoughts about life and the uncertain future of their relationship. He questions the meaning and direction of his own life, using Kathy as a source of solace and grounding.

The song is both personal and universal, capturing the bittersweet nature of love and the emotional complexity of long-distance relationships. Its gentle melody and heartfelt lyrics make it one of Simon & Garfunkel's most cherished and introspective songs.
Released: 27-Sep-2024
Category: A Cappella
Application: GarageBand
File type: mp3
File size: 5.8 Mb
Plays: 5
Downloads: 0
Weekly plays: 3
Weekly downloads: 0
License: Non-commercial derivatives allowed; contact artist for permission
Lyrics
[Verse 1]
I hear the drizzle of the rain
Like a memory it falls
Soft and warm continuing
Tapping on my roof and walls

[Verse 2]
And from the shelter of my mind
Through the window of my eyes
I gaze beyond the rain-drenched streets
To England where my heart lies

[Verse 3]
My mind's distracted and diffused
My thoughts are many miles away
They lie with you when you're asleep
And kiss you when you start your day

[Verse 4]
And a song I was writing is left undone
I don't know why I spend my time
Writing songs I can't believe
With words that tear and strain to rhyme

[Verse 5]
And so you see I have come to doubt
All that I once held as true
I stand alone without beliefs
The only truth I know is you

And as I watch the drops of rain
Weave their weary paths and die
I know that I am like the rain
There but for the grace of you go I
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Video at https://rumble.com/v5gmcdh-kathys-song-oddball.html
1 month ago
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@DaoDDBall 
Long a fave S&G song!
Nice rendition friend.
:-)
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1 month ago
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Enjoyed my listen!! :)
27 days ago
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Beautiful. And you've done it justice!
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Thanks awesomely @StanTheManLoh and @deezee You inspire me to do better
27 days ago
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