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I Contain Multitudes — This title track encapsulates the album's essence, weaving together reflections on identity and complexity through vivid imagery and poignant lyricism.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The song showcases strong lyrical composition and a distinctive blues sound, though it lacks broader cultural reach.
What we noticed
- The track features a slow, steady blues rhythm with a prominent bass line that anchors the arrangement.
- Dylan's vocal delivery is conversational and reflective, often emphasizing specific phrases for emotional weight.
- The lyrics are rich with imagery and allusion, creating a layered narrative that invites multiple interpretations.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in Dylan's extensive catalog.
- Themes
- personal contradictions· American landscape
- Career context
- Released in 2020, I Contain Multitudes marks Bob Dylan's latest studio album, arriving three years after his critically acclaimed work, Triplicate. At this stage in his career, Dylan continues to evolve as a master lyricist, showcasing his ability to intertwine personal narratives with broader cultural commentary.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leonard Cohen· Neil Young· Johnny Cash
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Contain Multitudes 4:36
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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