Reflecting on his extensive catalog of songs, the 12-time Grammy winner acknowledged his evolving relationship with his music. “The songs of mine that I don’t feel compelled to perform live, I choose not to sing them,” he shared. Simon described moments during his tours when he questioned his own artistic direction, particularly when performing the popular track “You Can Call Me Al.” He often contemplated whether he was unintentionally imitating a cover band of his own music and pondered retiring from the road altogether.
It’s worth noting that Simon has previously flirted with the idea of retirement. In 2018, he made a statement on his website announcing his decision to conclude touring and recording. At the time, he confessed to experiencing mixed emotions, describing the sensation as both unsettling and exhilarating, while also feeling a sense of relief.
