Barack Obama, who has frequently declared himself to be a great fan of Dylan’s, tweeted congratulations to the legendary rock star for his Nobel Prize, calling him “one of my favorite poets.”
Yeah he’s right up there with Frank Marshall Davis.
What songs did he sing? /sarc
This prize is not a reflection on Dylan, as he probably didn't seek it, but it opens up the idea that lyrics are poetry, and I don't think they should be considered to be equal.
This prize is not a reflection on Dylan, as he probably didn't seek it, but it opens up the idea that lyrics are poetry, and I don't think they should be considered to be equal.