# Why does Levon Helm hate Robbie Robertson

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**Category:** Cafe Society\
**Created:** [November 16, 2005, 7:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-levon-helm-hate-robbie-robertson/331280 "2005-11-16T07:16:16Z")\
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There was a lot of resentment for Robby taking sole writing credits for some songs - the others felt they contributed to the song and should get a share. I wonder how much they contributed? It has become standard for side musicians to come up with a groove, a hook, add a line or two for the lyric… and not get a writing credit.

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