Simon & Garfunkel Popular Song Ranking [2026]

April Come She WillSimon&Garfunkel8rank/position

Simon & Garfunkel – April Come She Will (from The Concert in Central Park)

Simon & Garfunkel, the musical duo that was hugely popular in Japan as well.

They were a group that thrived in the 1960s and are also known as artists who helped create the folk boom.

A hidden gem by them that’s perfect for spring is April Come She Will.

While it’s reasonably well-known in the English-speaking world, its recognition is low in Japan, so I wanted to highlight it.

Its soothing, calm folk sound matches the image of spring and makes for a beautiful piece.

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Ryo

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A Hazy Shade of WinterSimon&Garfunkel9rank/position

Simon & Garfunkel – A Hazy Shade of Winter (Audio)

When it comes to Western songs for winter, we can’t help but pick this one.

Released by Simon & Garfunkel in 1966, “A Hazy Shade of Winter”—also well known in Japan by its translated title “Fuyu no Sanpomichi” (Winter’s Promenade)—is a track many still remember as an insert song from the impactful 1994 TV drama “Ningen Shikkaku: Tatoeba Boku ga Shindara.” Among Simon & Garfunkel’s songs characterized by their folky sound and beautiful harmonies, this one is perhaps the most folk-rock in style, with a driving, fast-paced beat that feels more suited to a car ride than a leisurely stroll.

In fact, the English title and the Japanese title don’t mean the same thing, and the lyrics poetically liken life to the four seasons: the bleak winter scenery and the anxious state of mind it evokes are anything but leisurely; there’s even a sense of mounting urgency that presses in on you.

So if you’re going to hit the road with this song on, be careful not to brood too much while you drive!

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El Condor PasaSimon&Garfunkel10rank/position

El Condor Pasa – Paul Simon & Garfunkel

The Japanese title is “El Condor Pasa (If I Could).” It’s an Andean folk song covered by the American folk-rock duo Simon & Garfunkel.

Among S&G’s many hits, I recommend this one for the sense of expansiveness it evokes toward the sky.

The 59th Street Bridge SongSimon&Garfunkel11rank/position

Simon & Garfunkel – The 59th Street Bridge Song (Audio)

Simon & Garfunkel, a musical duo that had a major impact on folk music.

They were also extremely popular in Japan and are known as pioneers who helped spark the folk boom that swept from the 1960s to the 1970s.

One of their highly regarded hidden gems, The 59th Street Bridge Song, was released in 1966 and became a fan favorite.

It’s an impressive folk tune with a springtime theme, so be sure to check it out.

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A Bridge to TomorrowSimon&Garfunkel12rank/position

The Sound of Silence

A signature song by a duo that had an influence on the world comparable to The Beatles.

Art Garfunkel, famed for his angelic voice, is of course magnificent, but Paul Simon’s vocals and guitar technique—later showcased in his stellar solo career—are exceptional as well.

Every song, lyrics included, is a work of art, making them an artist whose entire catalog is worth listening to.

Mrs. RobinsonSimon&Garfunkel13rank/position

Simon & Garfunkel – Mrs. Robinson (Audio)

It’s a classic by Simon & Garfunkel.

The gentle, soothing melody line is memorable, but it’s not a difficult song to sing and I’d say it’s well-suited for karaoke.

Bridge Over Troubled Water requires a lot of emotional expression, so I recommend this one instead.

Scarborough Fair is great too, though.

Sound of SilenceSimon&Garfunkel14rank/position

The Sound of Silence (Original Version from 1964)

This is a song I’d love for two people to sing in harmony, making skillful use of echo to set the mood.

Its heartrending melody is a perfect showcase of Simon & Garfunkel’s signature style, and the more you sing it, the more you’ll feel the song’s profound depth.

Savor this legendary piece of Western folk music!

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Murakami Shinpei

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