The Boxer with Nathaniel Rateliff & Paul Simon live at the 2022 Newport Folk Festival 

We will never see another singer-songwriter even near the quality and musical energy/artistry of Paul Simon ever again. He, in my humble opinion, is the absolute best singer-songwriter in human history. He wrote this song in 1969!, very early in his career, and it was evident that he was born a master and is now a living legend. The Boxer to me is Paul's masterpiece. Music doesn't get any better than this. Thank you Paul.

I was in the London tube tunnels a week or two ago and there was a busker playing Simon and Garfunkel tunes by himself with a single amp and guitar. I threw a few quid in his cap and stayed a while....just to listen to what was my father's music. My dad died 3 years ago, but he'll always live through this music. His music. Your music. Our music.

He humbly says thank you to the crowd.....no sir....thank YOU for everything you have given us over the many many years. It is we who are thanking YOU. ❤

how imaginable it is to sit here watching paul simon in 2022, when in my mind i am still 16 still hearing this on the radio back around '70, time stops for no one, so glad for the memories

It's hard to hear his voice growing weak. He's always been a comfort to me. I need him to be immortal.

Paul singing "The Boxer" in his 80s gives me the same goosebumps I got back in 1960s as a child. I appreciate everything about this.

I'm sure many of them grew up idolizing Paul, they will always be able to tell their children or grandchildren that they helped Paul Simon sing The Boxer one night.

Overwhelming. As huge fans of Paul Simon, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats & (especially) Robert Ellis, this blows mind.

Omg, when his voice cracks singing "goin home" ...instant tears.

Can we all take a moment to appreciate all the musicians….as well as Mr. Simon. Just wonderful.

One of the best songwriters of all time ..Love you Paul ❤

Beautiful setting for a heartfelt performance. I couldn't watch this without getting emotional. Thank you, Paul Simon 🙏🏼

Watching this, you can feel the energy. Between this and Joni Mitchell's appearance.... it seems as if the 2022 Newport Folk Festival will go down in history as one of THE epic events. The opportunities are waning. Cheers to my alternate hometown for making this still happen every year... and for making it meaningful. Wish I had been there.

Beautiful. We'll be losing these folks soon, the giants of songwriting of the 60s and 70s. I don't know if it's just because their songs are ingrained in me since childhood or the nature of our fragmented digital media, but I'm not sure we'll ever see the likes of them and their work ever again, where a multi-generational crowd knows these songs and can sing along like this.

Paul Simon is one of those rare artists where if you go past the hits and listen to the album's deep cuts you are never disappointed

In my younger days I use to wonder why folks didn't hang it up before they started to decline. In my younger days, when I lived mostly on the surface of things. I can't think of enough accolades to say about him. but what's most amazing is that when he was a young buck his music spoke to not only his generation, but all generations to come. This festival represented all of them, in their presense in their voices, & in their joy !

this brought tears to my eyes, joyful tears. What a honor for those there to be on stage with this master of music.

Simon is a true American treasure.

I saw Merl Haggard year before he died ,He was so old had a hard time at first hearing him. Then the crowd took over showing , We didn't come to hear him sing . . . . We came to sing with him ❤️

This song is part of the soundtrack of my life.

This year’s Newport folk festival must’ve been one of the best by the looks of the lineup

That horn solo was the most intimate thing I've seen thousands of people share.

What a honor to all that was there as well as myself later through a screen

The reasons we may cry hen watching this are many, but it’s largely because we all recognize, after what the world has been through these six years, that we need more beauty, more humanity. This music puts us in touch with that.

I am leaving but the fighter still remains. Would you have wanted Picasso to stop painting! Never! Give us all you've got Paul. We really appreciate your gifts to the world. Makes the world a better place.

80 Years Paul Simon! Love!

That special feeling about festivals is when top artists become a bunch of friends having fun at a party.

It's late, I'm taking a break from work, and this pops up in my feed. Maybe I'm just tired, maybe he was a giant in my life -- my entire life, or maybe it's the show of respect by those on stage... I don't know, but this gets me....

Oh you lucky, lucky, lucky people who attended this festival. You were graced by the masters along with other serious talent on that stage.

I'm ok with my manhood to say this song makes my wellup just as always...God bless you Paul Simon...

i still listen to the graceland album. the boxer still remains, beaten and bloody and ready to go again

Our generation was blessed to have so many inspiring, beautiful, gifted performers like Joni Mitchell and Paul Simon making wonderful music that helped us believe the world is a good place. God bless 'em - they're still doing it. I hope fifty years from now todays's young musicians and singers and poets will find their way to keep that going.

Even though Pauls Fastball isn't what it used to be I will always remember How every one of S&G's albums eclipsed the previous one Leading up to their Masterpiece. Bridge Over Troubled Waters and How Paul continued with His solo hits of the seventies and 80s.. Very nostalgic having him perform for a new audience while the sun sets over his shoulder. Peace and god Bless you Paul!

Loved this, Pauls voice has changed over the years but haven't we all! He can still bring something new to a great song, so many memories!

That song still kills me as much as when I first heard it 52 years ago

Love Paul Simon's songs, his lyrics, his music. True poetry. The music of my youth and still my music. ❤️

this was really nice, and in my old home state. Rhode Island, I miss you! Simon still got it, as does Natalie

This makes me so happy to see! How wonderful. God bless.

His songs were the story of my life since we both are the same age.

Exquisite... love you Paul, thank you for all the music since my childhood of the 60s xo

How lucky for this audience to have been there. Why do I have a tear in my eye at 72.

I remember seeing him perform this song on SNL just after 9/11 and it just seemed so poignant and perfect for him to play that song "Live From New York" on that particular day.

Thanks Mr Simon. For all those great songs, we don’t have this kind of talent on these day ! Great songwriting talent!

Tears listening to the music I still love as much in my 70's as I did in my teens. Iconic, ageless, and straight to the heart.

Had tickets and skipped because the rest of the lineup didn't look that great. Awesome to see this, so good

Jerry Douglas adds such beautiful touch to this masterpiece. Such an experience for everyone to share!

Loving my old favorite Paul Simon song with a new favorite, Nathaniel Ratliff!!!!!

Goosebumps and tears. This song reminds me of a time in my life when i actually felt alive. Decades with Depression and Loneliness have taken that away from me.

True artists never retire (till we do) We’re sort like Marines… we either get killed in action or just fade away . 😎 All the comments decrying Pauls presence with any criticism just don’t get a lot of things going on here ie first and foremost HE DOESN’T HAVE TO BE THERE nor does he have an iota of anything to prove to anyone. This here is a true national treasure being honored as he should be . This is the essence of folk music here in the tradition of it… that being bringing people together for wholesomeness with love . This isn’t a sleazy old over the hill pole dancer… no this here is a man worthy of being known as a legend to live on long after he goes home . Now pass the biscuits and gravy… and shut y’all pie holes… or sing along . It’s easy even for you. Goes somethin like this ly ly ly ly ly ly ly ly ly ly ly ly ly ly . 👏 Yeah that’s more like it .

The emotion in this is extraordinary, and so moving. I must admit I’m in tears listening to this, even though (or because) I’ve known the song since it first came out. There’s been no better songwriter in the past 60 years, no argument.

very beautiful scene

Jeez... it is hard getting old. God bless Paul and Art and all the beautiful gifts they have left us for eons.

So much respect, deadset legend❤️

I was so lucky that I am pretty much his age and so accompanied him on his musical journey. He is one of the greats, ranking with Beethoven and Bach in my opinion. One of the geniuses. Thank you Paul.

So many wonderful people on that stage, 2/5ths of Lucious, Rihannon Giddens , Natalie Merchant, and so many more

A good old song never dates, just matures with age.

Shared life on earth at it's finest. This is just so good. Dear, dear, fellow human, choose wisely and fiercly truthfully the coming years. No matter what political party or religion. Just close your eyes and pray for truth - regardless. Thank you. Bless you.

I just love the support all our oldies but goodies are getting from the youngins. Thank you for hosting this event. Makes my heart melt.

OMG, 2 of my favorites together! Simon & Rateliff!!!

Wow, that's an A+ sunset for Newport, can't take that for granted in New England. A beautiful moment captured in sight and sound.

GORGEOUS!

So good to see Americans being beautiful

I LOVE THIS

Absolutely fantastic!!!! Wonderful to see & hear Paul Simon again, especially at the iconic Newport Folk Festival. Heartfelt thank you Paul - Canadian fan since the mid-'60s.

How beautiful!!! Paul can still sing , bless you sir ..

Another legend delivering a piece of his magical legacy...when will we see his like again

Never fails to make me cry! Good on ya sir!💕💕

Such a beautiful song written by some of America's best song writers, performed in infamy by those who love it.

Paul's brilliant lyrics stand the test of time as pure poetry. The test of a great song?... if the songs stands on its own no matter what arrangement (or lack of arrangement) color it. His soulful songs always do. This is beautiful.

Wow....I think this is history in the making, with the musical all stars joining Paul for this number, and the full group at the end. He can't sing as well as he used to, but at age 80, I think he is doing just fine with the brilliant music that he created over 50 years ago.

Well, that was a joy. His voice and his rendition have aged well and have the comfort of an old leather chair. Beautiful and satisfying!

f'n beautiful

It's so hard to see the heroes of your youth get old and frail. You somehow believed that could never happen. But their music and their voices remain almost timeless within you.

One of the best!

Every single Paul Simon Newport 222 song is gorgeous performance. From the heart.

I was young when, in the mornings, I traveled by bus to the seaside. The waves were crashing against the rocks. The sound of percussion (The Boxer) mixed with the noise of the waves. Fascinating!

What a lineup and what a tribute to humanity

Brilliant! So nice to hear Jerry Douglas!

This is music.

The years just melt away from 1974 until now.

One of the best songs and artist ever! Many thanks!

Why am I in tears ? Because we had & ( could have ) that dream of a Peaceful World . Poets and musicians can and always will make a difference, because they touch our hearts and souls . Loved Paul Simon since his first breakthrough songs in the 60’s … he has given us so many to listen and be inspired by . He and Paul McCartney have been prolific songsmiths in our lifetime ….amazing eh ? I’m signing out from good old London too ! 👋

The most beautiful voice on that stage to my ear is the sweet tone of Jerry Douglas's resonator!

i am leaving, i am leaving/ but the fighter still remains. thank you, old/young man.

My wife and I saw him at the CA Mid State Fair about 24-25 years ago. One of the best concerts we have ever been to. Would have loved to see him live in Newport

Wow. This would have been so cool to see in person. You all were very lucky.

Luscious were on stage with both Joni Mitchell and Paul Simon at this festival.

This is beautiful.

Paul runs among angels

Paul Simon….love ya man!

How sweet to see the back-up singers holding each other while the legend, Paul, plays.

I cried listening to this. So beautiful.

amazing to see Jerry Douglas taking over the whole gang during his solo and telling Paul „we are going home” ...

Always gonna know when Gerry Douglas is there, even if you cant see him... such a beautiful player, plus he pulled this one together when Paul was losing it. 👏👏

Awesome Paul Simon ! Wow everyone This is what our world needs more of ♥️

Folk music indeed 👏👍👌❤️

His playing is so good.

So lovely, and yet there is this sadness: Who will take their place?

So so beautiful......❤

I am about to watch this for the first time and I cannot say how exciting it is to see my favorite songwriter and my favorite band play. God Bless Paul Simon.