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Quick And Easy Mr. Tambourine Man Chords & Guitar Lesson (Bob Dylan)

folk Jan 18, 2025

Just like Jimi Hendrix, one of my favorite artists is Bob Dylan.

For years, I’ve had his records on repeat. His lyrics and the songs can take you away to another world, and today’s lesson is a perfect example of that. 

It’s a simple tune, with a very minimal production, yet it’s had a HUGE impact. 

So grab your guitar, and let’s dive into this “Mr. Tambourine Man” chords and guitar lesson!

Who Wrote Mr. Tambourine Man? 

"Mr. Tambourine Man" was originally written and performed by Bob Dylan. The song is famous for its vivid, surreal imagery and has been widely interpreted in various ways. Some listeners believe this song is about drugs, particularly with lines like "take me on a trip upon your magic swirlin' ship." However, others argue it’s more about the search for artistic inspiration.

“Mr. Tambourine Man” was recorded on January 15, 1965, at Columbia Studios in New York City, and the production was...

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