The song, written by Paul Simon, is a folk rock ballad that variously takes the form of a first-person lament as well as a third-person sketch of a boxer. The lyrics are largely autobiographical and partially inspired by the Bible, and were written during a time when Simon felt he was being unfairly criticized. Who … Read more
What story is present in the song The boxer? The song, written by paul simon , is folk rock ballad and takes the form of a first-person lament as the singer describes his struggles to overcome loneliness and poverty in New York City, and a third-person sketch of a boxer who, despite losing the battle, … Read more
Jerry also joined Mumford & Sons during their three-concert run at The Ryman in Nashville earlier this year , where they performed this song live. Listen to the studio track streaming, then watch a video of the March 8th performance, below. Who covered the boxer? cover versions of the song have been recorded by Me … Read more
Mumford & Sons guitarist quits band so he can speak ‘freely’ against ‘political extremism’. Did Mumford and Sons change their name? Marcus Mumford has admitted that he regrets naming his band Mumford & Sons and even considered changing the moniker The band’s new album ‘Wilder Mind’ comes out on May 4, following on from 2009’s … Read more
bob dylan in turn covered the song on his Self Portrait album, replacing the word “glove” with “blow.” paul simon himself has suggested that the lyrics are largely autobiographical, written during a time when he felt he was being unfairly criticized: I think I was reading the Bible around that time. Who originally sang the … Read more