Paul Simon is an American musician, singer-songwriter, and actor. He is one of the most successful and respected songwriters of the rock era. He rose to fame in the mid-60s, with most of his songs being sensible and melodious. He is best known for his works that were produced after he joined hands with Art Garfunkel. The duo, which would go on to become famous, was formed in the year 1964. Some of their collaborative works include ‘The Sound of Silence,’ ‘Mrs. Robinson,’ and ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water.’ After parting ways with Garfunkel, Simon went on to establish a successful solo career. He even starred in the movie ‘One-Trick Pony,’ which was written by him. During the course of his successful career, he has won many awards, including 16‘Grammys.’Simon’s success story involves hard work, struggles, and rivalry that have inspired budding rock musicians.