I Contain Multitudes

Bob Dylan

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I Contain Multitudes

Bob Dylan

Lyrics

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These lyrics are about a man of many moods and contradictions who is surrounded by beauty and darkness.

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A man with a black mustache and rings on his fingers, surrounded by a boulevard of crime, with a red Cadillac and a tell-tale heart in the background.

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Why is this important?

These lyrics emphasize the complexity of an individual and how they contain multitudes, which can be seen as a metaphor for how life is full of contradictions and beauty and darkness.

Meaning

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This song is about Bob Dylan's exploration of his identity and life experiences as well as references to Walt Whitman's poetry, Beethoven's sonatas, and his own songs.

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A painting of Bob Dylan surrounded by a collage of his references and experiences.

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Why is this important?

This song is important as it serves as a reminder to people that they can contain multitudes, and that life is transient and fragile. It encourages people to explore their identity and life experiences without fear of judgement.