Paul Simon ..Me and Julio down by the schoolyard

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Paul Simon has always been very vague about what the song was actually about although he does say it refers to something sexual, ie homosexuality in this case. A lot of peolple seem to think it's about smoknig dope and it also references a jesuit priest who was imprisoned for anti Vietnam protests. I guess Paul Simon has just left it up to the individual to make of it what he wants, it's a great song anyway, thanks for posting it up Dave.

Marty

[david taub]

Thanks Marty! I appreciate knowing about the origins of songs and lyrics. Lot of songwriters leave it up to the intrepretation of the listener. Thanks for that info - much appreciated.
Rock on!
David Taub

[Paul]

Can you tell me where Dave posted this song ? I don't see it anywhere.

Thanks.

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WP_QsZn86PE

[Paul]

SWEET !!!!!! Thank you, this just made my day. I was looking in this site for the song. Thanks again................now I just have to figure a way to get out of work early. :)

[slinger]

That a boy Dave! Great song to work on the 16th note strum. Took me awhile to get a handle on that strum .....let alone say 1 e and a, 2 e and a, 3 e.....fast enough. David mentioned its a must to learn and add to your arsenal, "without a doubt". Getting that strum down will open up a whole variety of rhythms to you. Once you get that strum down you can punch in quarter, 1/8ths, 16ths note as needed or chuck or omit notes.....just keep that motion going. Definately will take you to the next level ;)

[Les Paul]

Heres some opinions on the song "Me and Julio down by the Schoolyard"

http://www.songfacts.com/detail.php?id=2634

-Les