Baby, Let Me Follow You Down
Bob Dylan
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Baby, let me follow you down, baby let me follow you down Well, I'll do anything in this God-almighty world If you just let me follow you down I'll buy you a diamond ring, I'll buy you a wedding gown Well, I'll do anything in this God-almighty world If you just let me follow you down Can I come home with you, baby can I come home with you Well, I'll do anything in this God-almighty world If you just let me come home with you I'll buy you a broken twine, honey, just for you to climb Yes I'll do anything in this God-almighty world If you just once drive me out of my mind I'll buy you a serpent skirt, I'll buy you a velvet shirt Yes, I'll do anything in this God-almighty world If you just don't make me hurt Baby let me follow you down, baby let me follow you down Well I'll do anything in this God-almighty world If you just let me follow you down Baby let me follow you down, baby let me follow you down Well, I'll do anything in this God-almighty world If you just let me follow you down
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10 facts about this song
Artist History"Baby, Let Me Follow You Down" is a folk song by the legendary American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan. His oeuvre spans over half a century with numerous hits throughout his career.
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Album PlacementThis song is featured in Bob Dylan's eponymous debut studio album, released in 1962.
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Original Composition"Baby, Let Me Follow You Down" is originally a traditional folk song that has been covered by many artists. The version that Dylan sings was learnt from blues and folk music performer Eric Von Schmidt.
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Song LyricsThe song has a touching narrative in its lyrics that radiate a heartfelt desire, wanting to follow a loved one wherever they go.
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Live Performances"Baby, Let Me Follow You Down" has been performed live numerous times by Dylan, including a notable live performance in "The Last Waltz," a 1976 concert by the Canadian-American rock group "The Band."
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RecognitionThe song didn't gain commercial success like some of Dylan's other songs, but it still holds an important place in folk-music history.
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Musical Style"Baby, Let Me Follow You Down" is a clear showcase of Dylan's early style, a blend of folk and blues with sincere and stirring lyrical content.
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Re-Recorded VersionIn 1975, Dylan re-recorded the song for his album "The Basement Tapes", altering both lyrics and music somewhat from the original 1962 recording.
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Influence and InspirationNot only is this song a part of Dylan's early influences from folk and blues, but it hints at the charm attributed to Dylan’s embodiment of a roving troubadour, a frequent theme in his work.
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Song InterpretationAccording to Bob Dylan, the song is about the freedom to make one’s own decisions and the personal cost associated with following someone else’s path.
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