Paul and Willie Nelson perform Graceland live on SNL on May 15, 1993 🎥: Saturday Night Live | Paul Simon

Paul Simon - Graceland (1986) Letterman | Top Hat Crew's "Live Music Archives"

Paul Simon’s “Graceland” album hit the airwaves 35 years ago this week. The groundbreaking album blended South African street music with his iconic lyrical style, generated new interest in world music on Western radio and won a Grammy in 1987. Here’s the backstory behind this classic album, including the backlash Paul Simon received for recording with artists in South Africa, breaking a cultural boycott against apartheid. | AARP