Simon and Garfunkel were a highly influential American folk rock duo made up of singer-songwriter Paul Simon and vocalist Art Garfunkel. Rising to fame in the 1960s, they became one of the era’s best-selling and most acclaimed musical acts. Their most iconic songs include The Sound of Silence, Mrs Robinson, and Bridge over Troubled Water, along with hits like Homeward Bound, The Boxer, and Cecilia. The two met as children in Queens, New York, and first recorded together as Tom and Jerry in the late 1950s. They achieved major success after signing to Columbia Records and releasing a string of albums beginning with Wednesday Morning, 3 A.M. Despite an initially slow start, a remix of The Sound of Silence became a national hit, launching their career. Their music became closely associated with the film The Graduate, and their albums regularly topped the charts. Known for their intricate harmonies and poetic songwriting, Simon and Garfunkel’s partnership faced creative tensions, leading to their split in 1970 after the release of their landmark album Bridge over Troubled Water. Both artists enjoyed successful solo careers, and the duo reunited for high-profile concerts, including a legendary 1981 performance in Central Park. They have sold over 100 million records, won multiple Grammy Awards, and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. Simon and Garfunkel remain celebrated as one of the greatest duos in popular music history.