"Homeward Bound" was Simon and Garfunkle's second hit, written while Paul Simon was in England, having broken up the duo, fretting over the seeming failure of their first album. Unbeknownst to Simon, their producer had released "Sound of Silence" as a single, overdubbing electric guitars and drums to what had originally been an acoustic cut. The resulting single reaching number one on the Hot 100, leading S&G to reunite. "Homeward Bound" was their first purposely released single, reaching number five on the Hot 100. There have been surprisingly few covers, given its popularity and simplicity, although Simon has often performed it solo and as a duet with others. He explains its meaning to him at the bottom of the post.
Nostalgia !!! At my age, it is sweeter than ice cream — and healthier for me. Thanks for the memories.
Would be well paired with "Homeless"
Freruary of '66 saw S&G at Winterhouse parties. They did this song during their set & then again as an encore. Everyone cheered.
Dea Matrona is a talented Belfast-based group. Check out their other Youtube vids. Here's a sample:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7VKEJQp9qs&list=RDU7VKEJQp9qs&start_radio=1
She isn't on this thread, but, musically speaking, her frequent posts, e.g., rationalizing exploitation of the desperate and poor behind a torrent of some of the purest bs you will find anywhere in academia, bring to mind a lyric that may be apropos:
"Oh, but you who philosophize disgrace and criticize all fears
Bury the rag deep in your face for now's the time for your tears."
I remember seeing Paul (Simon) and George on SNL that night. This song and Here Comes the Sun. Pure bliss!