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Bob Dylan released the song Ballad of a Thin Man. Date of release: 1965.

Release date: 1965
Duration: 05:57
The story of the song ' Ballad of a Thin Man '

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The meaning of the song 'Ballad of a Thin Man ', based on the lyrics
What is Ballad of a Thin Man about?
🎶 Ballad of a Thin Man song analysis
The song is about a man, named Mr. Jones, who is confused and doesn't understand what is going on around him. He walks into a room and sees things he can't understand, he asks questions but doesn't get answers. He has been through a lot and met a lot of people, but he is still lost and doesn't know what is going on.

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This explanation is based on the lyrics of ‘Ballad of a Thin Man’. The meaning is of course subject to interpretation.
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Bob Dylan - Short Biography

- Bob Dylan is an American singer-songwriter, often considered one of the greatest songwriters of all time.
- He has had a career spanning over 60 years and has been a major figure in popular culture.
- His most famous work dates from the 1960s, with songs such as "Blowin' in the Wind" and "The Times They Are a-Changin'."
- The lyrics he wrote during this period incorporated a range of political, social, philosophical and literary influences.
- His songs addressed the emerging counterculture and challenged the conventions of pop music.
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"Ballad of a Thin Man" is a classic song written and recorded by American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan. The song was released in 1965 on his critically acclaimed sixth album "Highway 61 Revisited". The song's mysterious and enigmatic lyrics have remained open to interpretation over the years, but the driving rock arrangement and Dylan's distinctive raspy voice have made it a signature track in his discography. Ballad of a Thin Man" has been covered by many artists, making it one of Dylan's most enduring and influential songs.

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