Lyric discussion by ShineYouDiamond 

Cover art for Homeward Bound lyrics by Simon and Garfunkel

THANK YOU starangel. The percussion really ruins the studio version of this song. Far superior is the acoustic version to be found on "S&G's Greatest Hits" which also has a nicer musical arrangement at the end of verse 2. Worth getting hold of.

The percussion is a bit harsh, I'll agree. To me though it reminds me of the clacking of a train on its rails. Maybe an intentional effect in the song?