"In the 50s, Chuck Berry wrote things that were so good they could've been part of the Harlem Renaissance, and he taught my whole generation. They're all influenced by Chuck Berry—Bob and the Beatles and everybody—cause he made stories in words that flowed effortlessly. And his stories were great."
"Last year saw Simon tour North America for the first time since 2018, when he shared that he could no longer perform live due to hearing loss."
Paul Simon appeared on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, performing 'Something So Right' and sharing his experience of discovering 'The Sound of Silence' as a hit. He praised Chuck Berry as a significant American lyricist, noting Berry's storytelling ability and influence on his generation. Simon toured North America last year and plans to continue touring through 2026, following a period of limited performances due to hearing loss. He received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Grammys.
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