John Legend Honors Grandmother with 'Bridge Over Troubled Water'

John Legend recently shared his emotional connection to 'Bridge Over Troubled Water,' a song he frequently dedicates to his late grandmother during performances. He described the track, originally by Simon & Garfunkel, as a source of comfort for both him and others during tough times, stating he is grateful for its existence. Legend explained that the loss of his grandmother deeply affected his family, and performing this song helps honor her memory. 'Bridge Over Troubled Water,' released in January 1970, won five Grammy Awards in 1971 and topped the Billboard Hot 100 for six weeks. Legend has covered the song over the years, including a version on his updated 2023 album and an acapella collaboration with Jacob Collier. He hopes his renditions will bring comfort to others as the original song has brought to him.