Bridge Over Troubled Water -Artists: Simon & Garfunkel -the # 10 song of the 1970-1979 rock era -was # 1 for 6 weeks in 1970 -Words and Music by Paul Simon -was a campaign song for George McGovern in 1972 When you're weary, feeling small When tears are in your eyes, I will dry them all (all) I'm on your side, oh, when times get rough And friends just can't be found Like a bridge over troubled water I will lay me down Like a bridge over troubled water I will lay me down When you're down and out When you're on the street When evening falls so hard I will comfort you (ooh) I'll take your part, oh, when darkness comes And pain is all around Like a bridge over troubled water I will lay me down Like a bridge over troubled water I will lay me down Sail on silver girl Sail on by Your time has come to shine All your dreams are on their way See how they shine Oh, if you need a friend I'm sailing right behind Like a bridge over troubled water I will ease your mind Like a bridge over troubled water I will ease your mind
