For a looong time the number one song on Rolling Stone’s The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time was ‘Like A Rolling Stone’. Both on their 2004 and 20010 list. To me that’s ludicrous. For context, they’ve placed The Beatles, ‘Eleanor Rigby’ at 243. Let that sink in.
Dylan has amassed a mythical reputation. He’s worked hard written a few good tunes but nothing I would consider groundbreaking. Most of his early career was spent refurbishing old folk tunes and melodies. I don’t hate Dylan, I don’t switch channels when he comes on, but I feel strongly that he does not deserve his reputation. Like I said, some good songs but “The pump don’t work 'cause the vandal stole the handle”? Come on.
As for his singing, I don’t like it. Even when he’s at his best, it’s not good.
Then you might enjoy this thread I started.
That’s fine I enjoy buskers, but why, then, put him on such a pedestal? Singers and musicians being “real” is irrelevant to me. I want good music. Out of tune screeching is not good no matter how real it is.