Verse one chronicles Simon's upbringing in Queens, New York and the rise of folk-duo Simon & Garfunkel with childhood friend Art Garfunkel.

Verse two chronicles the aftermath of Simon & Garfunkel while Simon catapults into superstardom as a solo artist, showcasing an iconic appearance on "Saturday Night Live", a short-lived marriage to Carrie Fisher and Simon & Garfunkel's reunion.