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World Gone Wrong

Bob Dylan · 1993

43 min · 10 tracks · blues · folk rock · jazz

A haunting collection of traditional folk songs, steeped in melancholy and reflective storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective storytelling for introspection
  • melancholic mood for quiet evenings
  • haunting melodies that linger
  • gentle pacing for thoughtful listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party tracks
  • prefer instant gratification sounds

Where this album fits

Themes
American folk traditions· disillusionment and nostalgia· murder ballad storytelling
Career context
Released in 1993, 'World Gone Wrong' was Bob Dylan's 30th studio album and a follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'Good as I Been to You'. At this point in his career, Dylan was exploring American folk traditions, showcasing his deep appreciation for the genre's roots. The album arrived during a period when he was reconnecting with his musical heritage and distancing himself from mainstream trends.
Stylistic neighbors
Leonard Cohen· Neil Young· Johnny Cash
Sounds like this from elsewhere
American III: Solitary Man by Johnny Cash — Shares a reflective storytelling style and somber themes rooted in American folk traditions.
Revival by Gillian Welch — Explores similar themes of nostalgia and disillusionment through haunting melodies and traditional folk influences.
Murder Ballads by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds — Delves into dark narrative storytelling, echoing the murder ballad tradition with a modern twist.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 World Gone Wrong 3:57
  • 2 Love Henry 4:24
  • 3 Ragged & Dirty 4:09
  • 4 Blood in My Eyes 5:04
  • 5 Broke Down Engine 3:22
  • 6 Delia 5:41
  • 7 Stack a Lee 3:50
  • 8 Two Soldiers 5:45
  • 9 Jack‐A‐Roe 4:56
  • 10 Lone Pilgrim 2:43

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