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Bleeker Street

Simon And Garfunkel

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Bleeker Street

Bleeker Street

Fog's rollin' in off the East River bank

Like a shroud it covers Bleeker Street

Fills the alleys where men sleep

Hides the shepherd from the sheep

Voices leaking from a sad cafe

Smiling faces try to understand

I saw a shadow touch a shadow's hand

On Bleeker Street

A poet reads his crooked rhyme

Holy, holy is his sacrament

Thirty dollars pays your rent

On Bleeker Street

I head a church bell softly chime

In a melody sustainin'

It's a long road to Cainan

On Bleeker Street

Bleeker Street

LanguageEnglish
Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Bleeker Street by Simon and Garfunkel is a reflective and melancholic song that paints a vivid picture of a place in New York City known for its bohemian and artistic vibe. The song is an ode to the cultural and emotional atmosphere of Bleeker Street, capturing the feelings of disillusionment, searching, and quiet observation. Key themes include introspection, the passage of time, and the quest for meaning in an urban setting. Poignant moments in the song include the references to religious imagery and the quiet beauty of the everyday scenes described. The song captures a snapshot of life on Bleeker Street, inviting listeners into a contemplative mood.

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