You Can Call Me Al
1986 single by Paul Simon / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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"You Can Call Me Al" is a song by American singer-songwriter Paul Simon. It was the lead single from his seventh studio album, Graceland (1986), released on Warner Bros. Records. Written by Simon, its lyrics follow an individual seemingly experiencing a midlife crisis. Its lyrics were partially inspired by Simon's trip to South Africa and experience with its culture. Released in July 1986, "You Can Call Me Al" became one of Simon's biggest solo hits, reaching the top five in seven countries.
Quick Facts Single by Paul Simon, from the album Graceland ...
"You Can Call Me Al" | ||||
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Single by Paul Simon | ||||
from the album Graceland | ||||
B-side | "Gumboots" | |||
Released | July 1986 (1986-07)[1] | |||
Recorded | April 1986 | |||
Studio | The Hit Factory, New York City | |||
Genre | Pop rock[2] | |||
Length | 4:40 | |||
Label | Warner Bros. | |||
Songwriter(s) | Paul Simon | |||
Producer(s) | Paul Simon | |||
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