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Chris DeMakes A Podcast

Ep. 316: A discussion on Paul Simon’s “You Can Call Me Al”

Chris DeMakes A Podcast · Aug 24, 2026 · 1:04:34

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To celebrate the 40 year anniversary of Paul Simon’s beloved 1986 album Graceland, Chris DeMakes is joined by producer and co-host Chris Fafalios to explore every aspect of the record’s most well-known track, “You Can Call Me Al.” In what has to be the most joyous song ever written about a midlife crisis, Paul enlisted the help of a wide array of South African musicians to create one of the most unique pop gems of the 80s. In this episode, Chris and Chris dive into every lyric and musical choice, including one of the most memorable two bars of bass in music history. 



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