In a surprising turn of events, music legends Art Garfunkel and Paul Simon have reunited after years of estrangement, shedding light on their tumultuous relationship during what Garfunkel describes as an emotional lunch.

Speaking candidly to the *Times*, Garfunkel recounted the long-overdue meeting, saying, “I actually had lunch with Paul a couple of weeks back. It was the first time we’d been together in many years. Looking at Paul, I asked him, ‘What happened? Why haven’t we seen each other?’” It was during this deep conversation that Simon addressed past grievances, including an old interview where Garfunkel's words caused him significant pain. This moment brought Garfunkel to tears, recognizing the hurt he had inadvertently caused. “I realize now that I wanted to shake up the nice guy image of Simon & Garfunkel. You know what? I was a fool!” he confessed.

Garfunkel emphasized the importance of their reconciliation, stating, “We’ve made plans to meet again. Will Paul bring his guitar? Who knows. For me, it was about wanting to make amends before it’s too late. It felt like we were back in a wonderful place. Even now, as I reflect on it, tears are rolling down my cheeks. I can still feel his hug.”

As the duo tentatively steps back into each other's lives, Garfunkel is also promoting his new album, *Father and Son*, which features his son Art Jr. The younger Garfunkel shared his excitement about the reunion, saying, “They’ve had their ups and downs over the years, but after the meeting, Dad was so happy. He called me and said, ‘Paul’s my brother; he’s family.’ I genuinely believe there’s a possibility of them creating music together again—perhaps a big charity event or something special that could inspire new material.”

Simon & Garfunkel dominated the music scene in the mid-1960s, blending folk and popular music into a phenomenon. Their journey began with struggle, as their debut album flopped initially, only to find success with the iconic “The Sound of Silence,” paving the way for other hits, including the Grammy-winning *Bridge Over Troubled Water*.

However, their journey has been marred by tension stemming from Simon's solo pursuits and Garfunkel's burgeoning acting career, which Simon felt threatened their partnership. Garfunkel later expressed profound resentment regarding the split, stating in a 2015 interview, “How can you walk away from this lucky place on top of the world, Paul? What’s going on with you, you idiot?”

Despite their complicated history, both artists have expressed remorse over their estranged friendship. Simon, now 83, has distanced himself from touring due to hearing loss, yet remains hopeful. “I’m optimistic about eventually doing a full-length concert,” he revealed.

As the music world watches, fans remain hopeful that this heartfelt reunion could mark the beginning of a new chapter for Simon & Garfunkel, a duo beloved by millions and a symbol of enduring artistry and reconciliation in the face of personal upheaval. With such history behind them, what could possibly come next for these two legends? Keep your eyes peeled for this potential musical magic!