About the song
Bob Dylan, the legendary folk singer and songwriter, has always been a musical chameleon, constantly reinventing himself and pushing the boundaries of his craft. In the year 2000, he delivered a stunning performance that marked a significant turning point in his career: the song “Things Have Changed,” written and performed for the film Wonder Boys.
This Academy Award-winning track, with its infectious groove and Dylan’s distinctive gravelly voice, showcased a newfound energy and vitality that was a far cry from the more somber and introspective tone of his previous album, Time Out of Mind. It was a bold and unexpected departure that caught the attention of both critics and fans alike.
The song’s lyrics, filled with poignant observations about the passage of time and the ever-changing nature of life, resonated deeply with audiences. Dylan’s signature poetic style was on full display, as he explored themes of loss, regret, and the search for meaning. Yet, despite the song’s melancholic undertones, there was a sense of optimism and resilience that shone through.
“Things Have Changed” was a testament to Dylan’s enduring creativity and his ability to adapt to new musical landscapes. It marked the beginning of a new chapter in his career, one characterized by a renewed sense of experimentation and a willingness to take risks. The song’s success solidified Dylan’s status as a musical icon and cemented his legacy as one of the greatest songwriters of all time.
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Lyrics
A worried man with a worried mind
No one in front of me and nothing behind
There’s a woman on my lap and she’s drinking champagne
Got white skin, got assassin’s eyes
I’m looking up into the sapphire tinted skies
I’m well dressed, waiting on the last train
Standing on the gallows with my head in a noose
Any minute now I’m expecting all hell to break loose
People are crazy and times are strange
I’m locked in tight, I’m out of range
I used to care, but things have changed
This place ain’t doing me any good
I’m in the wrong town, I should be in Hollywood
Just for a second there I thought I saw something move
Gonna take dancing lessons do the jitterbug rag
Ain’t no shortcuts, gonna dress in drag
Only a fool in here would think he’s got anything to prove
Lotta water under the bridge, lotta other stuff too
Don’t get up gentlemen, I’m only passing through
People are crazy and times are strange
I’m locked in tight, I’m out of range
I used to care, but things have changed
I’ve been walking forty miles of bad road
If the bible is right, the world will explode
I’ve been trying to get as far away from myself as I can
Some things are too hot to touch
The human mind can only stand so much
You can’t win with a losing hand
Feel like falling in love with the first woman I meet
Putting her in a wheel barrow and wheeling her down the street
People are crazy and times are strange
I’m locked in tight, I’m out of range
I used to care, but things have changed
I hurt easy, I just don’t show it
You can hurt someone and not even know it
The next sixty seconds could be like an eternity
Gonna get lowdown, gonna fly high
All the truth in the world adds up to one big lie
I’m love with a woman who don’t even appeal to me
Mr. Jinx and Miss Lucy, they jumped in the lake
I’m not that eager to make a mistake
People are crazy and times are strange
I’m locked in tight, I’m out of range
I used to care, but things have changed