Quotes by Paul Simon

Without Arthur's voice, I never would have enjoyed that success.
– Paul Simon
There's something about the sound of a train that's very romantic and nostalgic and hopeful.
– Paul Simon
My life so common it disappears and sometimes even music cannot substitute for tears.
– Paul Simon
Music is forever music should grow and mature with you, following you right on up until you die.
– Paul Simon
If you can get humor and seriousness at the same time, you've created a special little thing, and that's what I'm looking for, because if you get pompous, you lose everything.
– Paul Simon
I would be willing to do almost anything to make Art happy. I care about our friendship. The only thing I won't do is change the essence of my work.
– Paul Simon
I don't consider myself to be a major talent, so the only solace I can take is to hope I'm growing.
– Paul Simon
Having a track record to live up to and the history of successes had become a hindrance. It becomes harder to break out of what people expect you to do.
– Paul Simon
Faith is an island in the setting sun, But proof is the bottom line for everyone.
– Paul Simon
As long as you have capital punishment there is no guarantee that innocent people won't be put to death.
– Paul Simon