American Songwriter

For a Certain Someone: The Star Bob Dylan Wrote “Lay Lady Lay” For

None of Bob Dylan‘s songs are seemingly empty. Now, some might be simpler than others, but even the most simple of his songs still obtain a sense of sophistication and story. Furthermore, like many ...
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Bob Dylan’s Handwritten “Lay Lady Lay” Lyrics, Johnny Cash’s ‘Country & Western Superstar’ Worn Balmain Coat, Kurt Cobain’s Guitar and 700 Other Historic Items ...

Julien’s Auctions has unveiled its Music Icon sale, comprised of over 700 pieces of rock rarities, ranging from legendary stage-played guitars strummed by Eric Clapton, David Bowie, Johnny Cash, Kurt ...
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Dylan wrote 'Lay Lady Lay' for Streisand, per 'lost' 1971 interview

In long-lost interviews, Bob Dylan speaks candidly about anti-Semitic prejudice and reveals he wrote the hit song "Lay Lady Lay" for Barbra Streisand to sing. The remarks are contained in typed ...
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Madonna says she would 'cry all the time' listening to Bob Dylan's 'Lay Lady Lay'

Pop icon Madonna has revealed the song that makes her "cry" every time she hears it. The Hung Up and Material Girl star has been inspired by an unexpected musician, who reciprocated with glowing ...
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The Isley Brothers' 1971 Cover of 'Lay Lady Lay' Ranked 19th Greatest by Rolling Stone

In 1971, a vocal trio of brothers took a Bob Dylan song and reimagined it with their own soulful twist, and 55 years later, the tune is considered one of the greatest covers of the King of Folk’s ...