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“If you try to be anyone but yourself, you will fail; if you are not true to your own heart, you will fail. Then again, there's no success like failure”

Quote by Bob Dylan

Book:The fiddler now upspoke: a collection of Bob Dylan's interviews, press conferences and the like from throughout the masters career

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The fiddler now upspoke: a collection of Bob Dylan's interviews, press conferences and the like from throughout the masters career

The book offers a comprehensive look at Bob Dylan's career through a series of interviews and press conferences, providing a unique perspective on his musical journey and personal reflections. more

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Bob Dylan, born Robert Allen Zimmerman on May 24, 1941, is an American musician, singer, and songwriter. Renowned for his distinctive voice and influential lyrics, Dylan's music spans genres from folk to rock, country, and gospel, profoundly impacting music in the second half of the 20th century. more

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