Bob Dylan's Draft Lyrics for "Mr. Tambourine Man" Sold for Over Half a Million Dollars
Draft lyrics to Bob Dylan’s song "Mr. Tambourine Man” fetched a substantial sum of money during a weekend auction of memorabilia associated with the legendary American musician.
Items from Bob Dylan's Personal Collection Sold at Auction
Approximately 60 items related to Bob Dylan, such as photographs, music sheets, his guitar, pencil sketches, and an oil painting, were auctioned off in Nashville, Tennessee. The auction, conducted by Julien’s Auctions, raked in close to $1.5 million in total sales through both in-person and online bidding.
Lyrics from Late Music Journalist Al Aronowitz's Collection
Julien's revealed that 50 of the auctioned items, including the lyrics that fetched the highest price, originated from the private collection of the late music journalist Al Aronowitz.
Details About the Draft Lyrics
The typewritten lyrics, spanning three drafts of the 1965 hit song, were penned on two yellow sheets of paper, with annotations by Dylan on the third draft.
Creation of the Lyrics
According to Julien’s, Dylan crafted the initial draft lyrics at Aronowitz's residence in New Jersey, as mentioned in a 1973 newspaper article by the journalist.
Variations in the Final Draft
The final draft of the lyrics, though resembling the ultimate version, still exhibited notable differences, as per information provided on the auction house's website.
Historical Significance of "Mr. Tambourine Man"
The iconic song, featured as the opening track on Dylan's 1965 "Bringing It All Back Home” album, marked his first composition to top the charts in both the United States and the United Kingdom.
Noteworthy Auction Sales
Aside from the draft lyrics, other notable sales during the auction included a 1968 oil-on-canvas painting signed by Dylan, which sold for $260,000, and a custom 1983 Fender guitar owned and played by the artist, fetching $225,000.
Bob Dylan's Recent Projects
At 83 years old, Bob Dylan continues to captivate audiences, with the recent release of the film "A Complete Unknown," spotlighting his early career ascent in the 1960s.
Portrayal of Bob Dylan in the Movie
Timothée Chalamet portrays Bob Dylan in the movie, a role that required him to sing and play the guitar, showcasing his talents in portraying the music legend.
