After Simon & Garfunkel disbanded in 1970, Paul Simon embarked on a successful solo career. His debut solo album, "Paul Simon" (1972), was a moderate success, but it was his subsequent albums that solidified his reputation as a solo artist. "There Goes Rhymin' Simon" (1973) and "Paul Simon" (1975) featured hit singles like "Kodachrome" and "America." The album "Graceland" (1986) marked a significant turning point in his career, as he incorporated African rhythms and instrumentation into his music, earning him a Grammy Award for Album of the Year.