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In 1969, Bob Dylan wrote a masterful song that artists lined up to cover

While it may not be one of Bob Dylan's more underrated tunes, having been covered by 50 artists, "Lay Lady Lay" is one of his most off-brand tracks. Unlike so many of the thought-provoking songs Dylan ...
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 ...
American Songwriter

4 Classic Songs That We Might Not Have Today Without Clive Davis

Clive Davis left an immeasurable impact on the music world. That includes these four songs that wouldn't have happened ...
The Cheat Sheet

The Everly Brothers Felt Bob Dylan Might Give Them ‘Lay Lady Lay’

The Everly Brothers heard Bob Dylan’s “Lay Lady Lay” before the song was complete. The Everly Brothers weren’t sure if Dylan was trying to offer them “Lay Lady Lay.” Dylan’s “Lay Lady Lay” hit the top ...
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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 ...