Bridge Over Troubled Water was composed by Paul Simon and is part of the album of the same name, released in 1970. The song became one of Simon & Garfunkels most significant, addressing themes of support, comfort, and encouragement during tough times. Simon was inspired by a line from the gospel song Mary Dont You Weep that mentions a bridge over troubled water, using it as a metaphor for someone offering assistance. It was an immediate success, ... See more [+] topping the charts in numerous countries and winning several awards.