happy birthday mr. zimmerman
May 24th, 2011 • posts i've written
“An artist has got to be careful never really to arrive at a place where he thinks he’s ‘at’ somewhere. You always have to realize that you’re constantly in a state of becoming, you know? And as long as you can stay in that realm you’ll sort of be all right.”
Today is Bob Dylan’s 70th birthday. If you know me, you know I’m a pretty big fan of his. The man basically invented the idea of re-invention, at least in pop stardom. And that spirit is something I’ve carried with me through most of my adult life. I’m a big believer that today you can be whomever you want. You don’t have to be the person that fell asleep last night. With that said, beware the people that put you in a box, that keep you in a category, and generally regard you as a static concept. Creativity is the capacity for change, and creativity isn’t something which only gets applied outside of your mind and body.
My favorite live performance: One Too Many Mornings, 1966
A couple current favorite covers:
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Marie May 25, 2011at 11:45 am
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Thanks for this post. I’m embarrassed to say, that admittedly, I was never a fan until just recently. At first, I just didn’t get it, and over time, unbeknownst to me, Dylan’s music just kind grew on me, so to speak. I also love Beck, so it’s great to see this cover!!
If you’re ever in NY, you must go to the Morgan Library and Museum. It has an amazing permanent collection of works on paper, from the Guttenberg Bible to musical manuscripts by the likes of Mozart, Beethoven and Stravinsky,Bronte’s literary works and notes, selected drawings, and even lyrics written by Bob Dylan on a paper napkin!
A couple of years ago, it had actually put on a comprehensive exhibition solely dedicated to Dylan and his work. Although the show has ended, a few select pieces are always on display.