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“I consider myself a poet first and a musician second. I live like a poet and I'll die like a poet.” quote by Bob Dylan
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“I consider myself a poet first and a musician second. I live like a poet and I'll die like a poet.”

Bob Dylan

About This Quote

Source Interview: 1975, Rolling Stone

He identifies primarily as a poet, with music secondary, living and dying in a poetic manner.

In simple terms: Sees self as poet first, musician second.

Key Takeaway

Embrace your core identity above all else.

Themes

identity artistry legacy

Mood

introspective artistic

Type

creative philosophical

When to use this quote

  • songwriting
  • public performances
  • personal life

Key Concepts

poetry music self-concept

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does poetry shape your music?
  • Can one truly separate poet from musician?
A Different Perspective

Balancing multiple artistic roles can be challenging.

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