The song became Simon & Garfunkel's biggest hit single, and it is often considered their signature song. It was a number one hit on the "Billboard" Hot 100 for six weeks, and it also topped the charts in the United Kingdom, Canada, France, and New Zealand. It was a top five hit in eight other countries as well, eventually selling over six million copies worldwide, making it among the best-selling singles. It became one of the most performed songs of the 20th century, with over 50 artists, among them Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin, and Johnny Cash covering the song. It was ranked number 48 on "Rolling Stone"s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.