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“Why Nicolas Sarkozy is the head of France, [he is] warm and extremely likeable.”

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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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“One night around that time, at Hammersmith, Bob Dylan was about to go into [his 1963 classic] 'Don't Think Twice, It's Alright.He said, 'Hey, Bucky! Play mandolin on this.' I am not really a mandolin player; I could only play in certain keys. Halfway through, he stops the band, turns to the audience and points to me. He says: 'He isn't playing, he's miming.' And then: 'Should I fire him?' The whole audience yells.”

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“It was better to be in chains with friends than in a garden with strangers. [An ancient Persian proverb.] So true, huh?”

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“[Bob Dylan] was rarely tender and seldom reached out to anticipate another's needs.”

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“His [Bob Dylan] humour was dry and splendid.”

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“I have always believed that fame is a curse. I never envied one of the famous people I've known.”

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“I'd been going though his trash. He knocked me down. I was glad to see him, even though he was banging my head against the sidewalk. Afterwards these bums come over and say, 'Did he get much money?' I say, 'Money'? That was Bob Dylan.”

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“Bob has never written a bad song. Bob Dylan is a genius.”

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“It goes back to the destiny thing.I made a bargain with it, you know, a long time ago. And I'm holding up my end.”

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“There were only a few seats left in coach and Bob found himself seated next to a young female fan. 'I can't believe I'm sitting next to Bob Dylan!' she screamed.'Pinch yourself,' said Bob."”

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“What kind of alchemy could create a perfume that would make a reaction to a person lukewarm, indifferent and apathetic?If such a scent could be made I'd like some.”

Ifs Kind Persons Made Reactions Indifferent Scent Perfume Alchemy Apathetic Lukewarm

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