“What I take from writers I like is their economy - the ability to use language to very effective ends. The ability to have somebody read something and see it, or for somebody to paint an entire landscape of visual imagery with just sheets of words - that's magical.” ― Mos Def
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| Collage by Stephanie Jeannot |
The conversation was about the 2016 recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for writing, Bob
Dylan, who happens to be a songwriter and just happened not to go to the awards ceremony to receive his award. In conversation,
my father mentioned one of his favorite French writers, Jean-Paul Sartre, and his not showing up
to accept his award which in my opinion, is like still being a college graduate
even if you do not attend the ceremony to receive your diploma. You still are a graduate. Right?
But
what do I know? I am just a singer and songwriter who loves to read and dream
tall
about taking the world within my hands for simple peace of mind when the
sun sinks at the end of the day.They most likely dreamed tall too and look what happened. Inspiring ain't it?
So,
after we talked about Bob Dylan’s winning the prize and the news of it scrolled
across the morning news and Jean-Paul Sartre's name came up, I came across a copy of his story in his words, "The autobiography of Jean-Paul Sartre" with my name on it and mine for the taking or rather, for the reading. How ironic is that?
I
am as happy as I can ever be and my enthusiasm has yet to wane knowing that I am
going to be sifting through the pages soon. I feel so good, I could probably
tango all night like Carlos Gardel, listen to McCoy Tyner's music under my pillow until I fall asleep or lie with joy in front of the television watching
Rita Moreno add charisma to “The West Side Story” just so I could sing along to all of my favorite songs from this flick and then let the tears
roll at the end of the film when the story turns sad and emotional and let my tears calm me into dreamland.
The
word is probably coincidence or coinkidink. Something to that flavor. Anyway,
congratulations to Bob Dylan.
Yay! A songwriter. That’s what’s up!
I honestly don't know much about Bob Dylan, I didn't even know he won the Nobel peace prize. That is very interesting fact. Thank you for sharing this I love learning about things like this!
ReplyDeleteYeah. I thought it was interesting too.
DeleteDylan is one of the best singer/songwriters of all time. Every single song he ever made was so full of meaning and feeling.
ReplyDeleteI love that about him.
DeleteBob Dylan is pretty amazing. I need to make sure I introduce my kids to his music so they can appreciate him as well.
ReplyDeleteThat would be awesome for them to know of his music.
DeleteBob Dylan is so amazingly talented. So great that he won.
ReplyDeleteSo true.
DeleteHe's so awesome yet so talented! So glad that he won, He deserve for it.
ReplyDeleteYeah. he did!
DeleteCongratulations to Bob Dylan. It is really funny how these things happen. The word is a coincidence or that is what I have always called them. Thanks for sharing your experience.
ReplyDeleteThank you. Coincidence. Yeah! :)
DeleteBob Dylan has such talent! Such a great singer/songwriter. I've always loved his music.
ReplyDeleteYeay for a songwriter winning this award.
DeleteToo funny. I believe things happen for a reason. It would be interesting to find out why Bob Dylan didn't show up. It's such a huge honor.
ReplyDeleteI know right.
DeleteOmg I just love Bob Dylan!!!!! He is such a talented musician. His music is the best
ReplyDeleteYeah! He is good.
Deleteoh man yes i totally believe that things happen for a reason either good or bad. oh bob didnt show..i wonder why
ReplyDeleteMe too.
DeleteBob Dylan is one of my most favorite musicians. He is so talented, smart, and creates music that fills my soul with pure joy.
ReplyDeleteThat is what I love about music.
DeleteWhat an awesome achievement. I hope he had a great reason for not showing up though.
ReplyDeleteYeah. Me too.
DeleteI'm not sure how I missed that Bob Dylan won the Nobel Peace Prize. I'm a bit surprised that he wouldn't show up for the honor.
ReplyDeleteThat is ironic that you were talking about it and it showed up on TV! Wow!
Yup! He is a Nobel prize winner.
DeleteMy husband is a huge fan of Bob Dylan and I've learned a lot about Bob Dylan from him. I think he is one of the great songwriters of all time.
ReplyDeleteHe is!
DeleteMy whole family is huge Bob Dylan finds! He is a great songwriter.
ReplyDeleteOh that's cool.
DeleteBob Dylan is an absolute master and legend. Even my son (10 years old) knows his work and loves his music.
ReplyDeleteHe has great taste at that age. LOL! Too funny.
DeleteBob Dylan has some seriously amazing songs! He's an awesome artist!
ReplyDeleteYes. I agree.
DeleteI think it's great the Nobel committee is branching out from the usual diplomat or politician type for an award like this
ReplyDeleteMe too.
DeleteNow that is one honor I would be in attendance for (now I'm curious why he wasn't). Congrats to him, I think he is amazing and I'm a big fan.
ReplyDeleteI am too. The world would like to know.
DeleteBob Dylan is representing for MN, wohhhoo! Happy to hear he won the Noble Prize, I'd like to win that award some day! He's a great songwriter and very unique and true to himself : )
ReplyDeleteGo MN! LOL :)
DeleteI love Bob Dylan! I think it's great the Nobel committee is branching out from the usual type for an award like this! Love it!
ReplyDeleteYeah me too. That is so awesome
DeleteThat is such a wonderful thing. I am sure a lot of those who are in the music industry appreciate that the Nobel Committee is doing this kind of award.
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