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I think some of "Bob's songs" are more poetic, but from a body of work standpoint the "Beatles" bury him both musically and lyrically.
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Bob is better with lyrics, but the Beatles are better as overall musicians. Also, while Bob is pure genius, he doesn't have as much appeal as the Beatles because his music is less accesible. Some people mights say that was a good thing, but I think it's important to reach as much people as possible with your music.


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I think some of "Bob's songs" are more poetic, but from a body of work standpoint the "Beatles" bury him both musically and lyrically.


Yeah, I agree. And I know Dylan is lauded for his lyrics, but some of them sort of border on country whining. I mean that down home country blues or bluegrass tradition of venting your woes. Only he vents for others. He does tend to go on. I can't explain it. I mean, I find more beauty in a simple Beatles lyrics then I do in most of Dylans. But Dylan is definitely more of a poet.


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I don't think Dylan could ever write better melodies than the beatles but I would have to say lyrically they are on par.
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One vs four? ... or three or two?
Kevin said it all: two sides of the same coin ... both were realley needed in the 60s ... and so they met ...
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