Tell Me, Momma
Bob Dylan
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Ol' black Bascom, don't break no mirrors Cold black water dog, make no tears You say you love me with what may be love Don't you remember makin' baby love? Got your steam drill built and you're lookin' for some kid To get it to work for you like your nine-pound hammer did But I know that you know that I know that you show Something is tearing up your mind Tell me, momma Tell me, momma Tell me, momma, what is it? What's wrong with you this time? Get it, John, fool's gold in your teeth and cemetery hips Hang outside of your graveyard lips Yes everybody's wondering when your friendship's gonna end, but Come on, baby, I'm your friend And I know that you know that I know that you show Something is tearing up your mind Tell me, momma Tell me, momma Tell me, momma, what is it? What's wrong with you this time? Oh, it's sure pleasing that your face is red Anything he can give you, he's almost dead Everybody can see you on your window ledge How long's it going to take you to get off the edge? You're just gonna make everybody jump and roar Now whatcha want to go and do that for? I know that you know that I know that you snow Something is tearing up your mind Tell me, momma Tell me, momma Tell me, momma, what is it? What's wrong with you this time?
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Written by: BOB DYLAN
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10 facts about this song
Song Development"Tell Me, Momma" was first recorded by Bob Dylan in 1966 as part of his transition from acoustic folk to electric rock.
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Live PerformancesThe song has been performed only during the 1966 World Tour with The Hawks, which was later formed as The Band.
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Unreleased Studio RecordingDespite the fame it gained over the years, "Tell Me, Momma" was never officially released as a studio recording.
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Album Appearance"Tell Me, Momma" eventually made its appearance on Dylan's "The Bootleg Series Vol. 4: Bob Dylan Live 1966, The "Royal Albert Hall" Concert."
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Controversy At ConcertsDylan's transition to electric sound was quite controversial amongst his fan base, as they expected to hear his renown acoustic folk style. Consequently, the performances of "Tell Me, Momma" often invited boos and jeers from the audience.
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Song Title"Tell Me, Momma" is also known under the alternate title "Tell Me, Mother."
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Tell Me, Momma" are open to interpretation, leading to extensive debates among fans and music critics.
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Bond with The Band“Tell Me, Momma” marked a significant chord in Dylan's relationship with The Band, setting the tone for their collaboration on legendary albums like 'The Basement Tapes.'
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Most Memorable PerformanceThe most memorable performance of "Tell Me, Momma" is arguably from the Royal Albert Hall in London in May 1966.
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Song InfluenceIn 2009, Rolling Stone included the song in their list of "Greatest Bob Dylan Songs," stating that it, like many of his compositions, influenced future generations of songwriters and musicians.
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