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50 Ways To Leave Your Lover is one of Paul Simon's most successful and instantly recognizable solo tracks. The song is legendary for its unique, military-style drum cadence performed by drummer Steve Gadd. With its witty lyrics and infectious groove, the song tells a story of a woman giving advice to a man on how to decisively end a relationship. Songwriter: Paul Simon. Year Written: 1975. Original Release Year: December 1975 (Featured on the album Still Crazy After All These Years). Artist Perf

Looking for a way to leave your lover? Paul Simon has a few…or 50. https://paulsimon.lnk.to/50wtlylcp | Legacy Recordings

“50 Ways To Leave Your Lover” turns 47 this month. | Paul Simon

53K views · 3.7K reactions | ‘50 Ways To Leave Your Lover’ spent 17 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1976, and topped the charts at #1 for three weeks in February. | Paul Simon | Facebook

45K views · 3.8K reactions | ‘50 Ways To Leave Your Lover’ first reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart on February 7, 1976! In that same year, Apple Computer Company was founded, the Concorde had its first commercial flight, and the film “Rocky” was released in theaters. | Paul Simon | Facebook

In honor of Steve Gadd's 70th birthday, watch this a throwback Thursday video of him breaking down the legendary groove he created for the Paul Simon song "50 Ways To Leave Your Lover". When did you first learn this groove? You can see all our interview episodes and sign up for our newsletter with articles by today's biggest drummers at www.drumtalktv.com #drummer #stevegadd | Drum Talk TV