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Artist/Band:
Bob Dylan
Lyrics for Song: Knockin' On Heaven's Door
Lyrics for Album: The Essential 3.0 Bob Dylan [2009]
Mama, take this badge off of me
I can't use it anymore.
It's gettin' dark, too dark to see
I feel I'm knockin' on heaven's door.
Knock, knock, knockin' on heaven's door
Knock, knock, knockin' on heaven's door
Knock, knock, knockin' on heaven's door
Knock, knock, knockin' on heaven's door
Mama, put my guns in the ground
I can't shoot them anymore.
That long black cloud is comin' down
Feels like I'm knockin' on heaven's door.
Knock, knock, knockin' on heaven's door
Knock, knock, knockin' on heaven's door
Knock, knock, knockin' on heaven's door
Knock, knock, knockin' on heaven's door
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About Knockin' On Heaven's Door
Bob Dylan's "Knockin' On Heaven's Door" stands as a quintessential example of his late-career folk-rock mastery, capturing the melancholic reflection of a man facing mortality. Recorded during the 1973 sessions that produced *Nashville Skyline*, the track features a haunting acoustic guitar arrangement that underscores the song's themes of farewell and spiritual transition. The lyrics, delivered with his characteristic gravelly voice, evoke a sense of weary acceptance, making it a staple of the American folk tradition. This recording has since become a cultural touchstone, frequently covered by artists across genres and cementing Dylan's legacy as a poet of the road. Its enduring popularity reflects its universal appeal, resonating with listeners who find solace in its contemplative mood. As part of his extensive discography, the song remains a definitive representation of his ability to blend poetic narrative with accessible melody, ensuring its place in the canon of great American music. |
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| Album Lyrics: The Essential 3.0 Bob Dylan [2009] |
 Bob Dylan
"The Essential 3.0 Bob Dylan [2009]"
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