Bob Dylan, born as Robert Allen Zimmerman in Duluth, Minnesota in 1941, is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and artist. He gained fame in the early 1960s for his protest songs that addressed social and political issues. Dylan’s lyrics were praised for their literary quality, and his songs became anthems for the civil rights and anti-war movements. He has released over 40 studio albums, including the seminal “Blonde on Blonde”, and has sold millions of records worldwide. Dylan is also a painter and has exhibited his artwork in galleries around the world. In 2016, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, making him the first musician to receive the prestigious award. Dylan continues to perform and record music today, cementing his status as one of the greatest songwriters of all time.
