About the song
Let’s embark on a lyrical journey through the poetic landscape of music with the iconic song “Mr. Tambourine Man” by the legendary Bob Dylan. This timeless anthem isn’t just a song; it’s a vivid expression of Dylan’s profound artistic vision and poetic prowess.
Written and performed by Bob Dylan himself, “Mr. Tambourine Man” made its debut on his fifth studio album, “Bringing It All Back Home,” released in 1965. The song quickly captivated audiences and ascended the charts, earning Dylan widespread acclaim and establishing him as a leading figure in the folk rock movement.
Bob Dylan, often hailed as one of the greatest songwriters of all time, has left an indelible mark on the music industry with his thought-provoking lyrics and distinctive voice. Hits like “Blowin’ in the Wind” and “Like a Rolling Stone” solidified his status as a cultural icon, earning him multiple chart-topping singles and accolades.
“Mr. Tambourine Man” is a mesmerizing blend of vivid imagery and introspective storytelling, delivered with Dylan’s trademark sincerity and emotion. Its haunting melody and enigmatic lyrics have resonated with audiences for generations, making it a timeless classic that continues to inspire and captivate listeners worldwide.
So, whether you’re a longtime fan of Bob Dylan’s poetic genius or discovering the magic of his music for the first time, let the mesmerizing sounds of “Mr. Tambourine Man” transport you to a world of literary beauty and musical brilliance.
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Lyrics
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me
I’m not sleepy and there is no place I’m going to
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me
In the jingle jangle morning I’ll come following you
Though I know that evening’s empire has returned into sand
Vanished from my hand
Left me blindly here to stand, but still not sleeping
My weariness amazes me, I’m branded on my feet
I have no one to meet
And the ancient empty street’s too dead for dreaming
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me
I’m not sleepy and there is no place I’m going to
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me
In the jingle jangle morning I’ll come following you
Take me on a trip upon your magic swirling ship
My senses have been stripped
My hands can’t feel to grip
My toes too numb to step
Wait only for my boot heels to be wandering
I’m ready to go anywhere, I’m ready for to fade
Into my own parade
Cast your dancing spell my way, I promise to go under it
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me
I’m not sleepy and there is no place I’m going to
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me
In the jingle jangle morning I’ll come following you
Though you might hear laughing, spinning, swinging madly across the sun
It’s not aimed at anyone
It’s just escaping on the run
And but for the sky there are no fences facing
And if you hear vague traces of skipping reels of rhyme
To your tambourine in time
It’s just a ragged clown behind
I wouldn’t pay it any mind
It’s just a shadow you’re seeing that he’s chasing
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me
I’m not sleepy and there is no place I’m going to
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me
In the jingle jangle morning I’ll come following you
And take me disappearing through the smoke rings of my mind
Down the foggy ruins of time
Far past the frozen leaves
The haunted frightened trees
Out to the windy beach
Far from the twisted reach of crazy sorrow
Yes, to dance beneath the diamond sky
With one hand waving free
Silhouetted by the sea
Circled by the circus sands
With all memory and fate
Driven deep beneath the waves
Let me forget about today until tomorrow
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me
I’m not sleepy and there is no place I’m going to
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me
In the jingle jangle morning I’ll come following you