Baby Please Dont Go

Bob Dylan · Other Songs - Bob Dylan

Baby please don't go

Baby please don't go

Baby please don't go

Down to New Orleans

You know I love you so

Baby please don't go



When the man done gone

When the man done gone

When the man done gone

Down the county farm

He got the shackles on

Baby please don't go

Don't leave me



I'll be a dog

I'll be a dog

I'll be a dog

Kiss your way down here

When you walk along

Baby please don't go



Why must you leave me, lying on my back

Going across the other side of the track

Found yourself a new man I know

So baby please don't go, baby please don't go



Oh please, please don't leave me

I don't want to be left alone baby

Oh don't go, don't go, don't go

Baby Please Dont Go

Bob Dylan's 'Baby Please Dont Go' stands as a quintessential example of his folk-rock period, blending acoustic storytelling with a driving rhythm that defined the late 1960s sound. Recorded during the height of his artistic evolution, the track captures the raw emotion and social consciousness characteristic of his work, often appearing on compilations that highlight his greatest hits. The song reflects Dylan's ability to weave personal narrative with broader cultural themes, utilizing a melodic structure that has become a staple in his discography. Its enduring appeal lies in its authentic delivery and the way it encapsulates the spirit of an era, serving as a bridge between his earlier folk roots and his later electric explorations. As a recording that has been widely reissued and celebrated, it remains a significant piece of his catalog, illustrating his mastery of songwriting and performance.