Do you believe in Bob Dylan?

Question

Much of Dylan's most notable work dates from the 1960s, when he became an informal documentarian and reluctant figurehead of American unrest. Some of his songs, such as "Blowin' in the Wind" and "The Times They Are a-Changin'",[1] became anthems of the anti-war and civil rights movements. His most recent studio album, Modern Times, released on August 29, 2006, entered the U.S. album charts at #1, making him, at age 65, the oldest living person to top those charts.

Dylan's early lyrics incorporated politics, social commentary, philosophy and literary influences, defying existing pop music conventions and appealing widely to the counterculture of the time. While expanding and personalizing musical styles, he has shown steadfast devotion to many traditions of American song, from folk and country/blues to rock and roll and rockabilly, to English, Scottish and Irish folk music, even jazz, swing, Broadway, and gospel.

Answer 1

Yes. And Modern Times still reflects the Outlaw at heart!

Love Him!

Answer 2

When it comes to the idea that humanity needs religion and lacking a real one will use just about anything for a substitute,you provide complete validation. The most common secular religion is pop music and Mr. Zimmerman is certainly one of the high priests. I think his stuff is crap. Almost all the melodies are plaigarised and the lyrics are an adolescent attempt to sound profound. By the way,is He still claiming song-writing credit on "Days of '49" or "Girl from the North County"? Get a life,chuck.

Answer 3

Like A Rolling Stone.

Answer 4

No. I believe in Robert Zimmerman. Bob Dylan is a fiction, but as fictions go, the music's pretty damn good.

And Modern Times is awful. What happened to that brilliant voice?

Answer 5

i dont know if i can!! i'm originally from dylans(zimmy's) hometown of Hibbing, Mn. if he doesnt even bother to come back there once since he left, forget him!