Mighty Quinn

Hollies · Sing Dylan [1999]

You'll not see nothing like the Mighty Quinn

Come all without, come all within

You'll not see nothing like the Mighty Quinn



Everybody's building ships and boats

Some are building monuments, others jotting down notes

Everybody's in despair, every girl and boy

But when Quinn the Eskimo gets here everybody's gonna jump for joy



Come all without, come all within

You'll not see nothing like the Mighty Quinn

Come all without, come all within

You'll not see nothing like the Mighty Quinn



I like to go just like the rest, I like my sugar sweet

Guarding queues and making haste, just ain't my cup of meat

Everyone's beneath the trees feeding pigeons on a limb

But when Quinn the Eskimo gets here, all the pigeons gonna run to him



Come all without, come all within

You'll not see nothing like the Mighty Quinn

Come all without, come all within

You'll not see nothing like the Mighty Quinn



Come all without, come all within

You'll not see nothing like the Mighty Quinn

Come all without, come all within

You'll not see nothing like the Mighty Quinn



Come all without, come all within

You'll not see nothing like the Mighty Quinn

Mighty Quinn

The Hollies' rendition of 'Mighty Quinn' captures the band's signature melodic sensibility while honoring the song's folk-rock roots. Originally written by Bob Dylan, the track has become a staple in the British Invasion repertoire, known for its driving rhythm and narrative storytelling. This recording, featured on the 1999 compilation Sing Dylan, highlights the group's enduring ability to reinterpret classic material with their distinctive vocal harmonies. The Hollies, a cornerstone of the Merseybeat scene, consistently delivered polished pop and rock arrangements that resonated with audiences across generations. Their version of this Dylan composition stands as a testament to their versatility and their significant contribution to the broader landscape of 1960s and 1970s music. The song remains a celebrated example of how established artists can breathe new life into timeless compositions through careful production and performance.