Bob Dylan's Greatest Hits Vol. II
Bob Dylan · 1971
78 min · 21 tracks · blues · folk rock · jazz
A reflective tapestry of folk-rock anthems weaving personal and political narratives through Dylan's distinctive voice.
Why this album works
'Greatest Hits Vol. II' achieved significant commercial success, reaching No. 10 on the Billboard 200 and further cementing Dylan's influence in rock music. The album features iconic tracks that have shaped the folk-rock genre and continue to resonate with listeners, reflecting the cultural shifts of the time.
- Best for
- reflective sing-alongs with friends nostalgic storytelling moments late-night contemplation and reflection
- Context
- Released on November 17, 1971, 'Bob Dylan's Greatest Hits Vol. II' captures Dylan at a transitional phase following his acclaimed album 'New Morning' (1970). This compilation highlights his evolution as an artist, showcasing songs from the mid-1960s to early 1970s and solidifying his status as a leading figure in American music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tom Waits· Frank Zappa· Prince· Chicago· Blood, Sweat & Tears· Bette Midler· The Pointer Sisters· Steely Dan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Watching the River Flow 3:37
- 2 Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right 3:39
- 3 Lay Lady Lay Standout 3:20
- 4 Stuck Inside of Mobile With the Memphis Blues Again Standout 7:08
- 5 I’ll Be Your Baby Tonight 2:41
- 6 All I Really Want to Do 4:04
- 7 My Back Pages 4:23
- 8 Maggie’s Farm 3:53
- 9 Tonight I’ll Be Staying Here With You 3:21
Disc 2
- 1 She Belongs to Me 2:50
- 2 All Along the Watchtower Standout 2:33
- 3 Quinn the Eskimo (The Mighty Quinn) 2:48
- 4 Just Like Tom Thumb’s Blues 5:28
- 5 A Hard Rain’s A‐Gonna Fall 6:51
- 6 If Not for You 2:40
- 7 It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue 4:16
- 8 Tomorrow Is a Long Time 3:01
- 9 When I Paint My Masterpiece 3:23
- 10 I Shall Be Released 3:04
- 11 You Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere 2:46
- 12 Crash on the Levee (Down in the Flood) 2:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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