September, I remember/
A love once new has now grown old.

“April Comes She Will” is similar to Zeppelin’s The Rain Song in that Simon writes about the lifespan of a relationship in terms of the seasons—more specifically the months of the year. Simon notes how his beloved’s moods seem to change each month as the months go by, eventually leading to the end of the relationship.

The lyrics of “April Come She Will” are simple and powerful, and the song is very short—it comes in at under two minutes. This is one song that I wish Simon would have extended by another minute if it was in any way possible. The melody is so tender and beautiful it hits you and then the song is over, and it is gone.

The lead vocals are sung by Garfunkel while Simon plays the guitar. They are an amazing duo. Garfunkel may have the best male voice I have ever heard. Paul’s is not bad either, but it is just not Garfunkel’s. You may have heard this song in The Graduate. If you haven’t, do yourself a favor and check it out. Simon and Garfunkel do the entire soundtrack to one of the best movies of all time.

April Come She Will Lyrics

April come she will.
When streams are ripe and swelled with rain.
May, she will stay,
Resting in my arms again.

June, she’ll change her tune.
In restless walks she’ll prowl the night.
July, she will fly.
And give no warning to her flight.

August, die she must.
The autumn winds blow chilly and cold.
September I’ll remember,
A love once new has now grown old.

Songwriters: Paul Simon