About The Song
“50 Ways to Leave Your Lover” is a track by Paul Simon, released in 1975 as the second single from his album “Still Crazy After All These Years”. It became Simon’s biggest solo hit, reaching number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 on February 7, 1976. The track features notable musicians like Steve Gadd on drums and backup vocals by Phoebe Snow, Patti Austin, and Valerie Simpson.
Despite its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, the song delves into themes of love, loss, and moving on. The song humorously presents various ways to end a relationship, with only five explicitly mentioned in the lyrics: slipping out the back, making a new plan, not being coy, hopping on the bus, and dropping off the key. Overall, “50 Ways to Leave Your Lover” is celebrated for its clever lyrics, catchy tune, and enduring popularity.