Pledging My Time

Bob Dylan

About Pledging My Time

"Pledging My Time" is a blues song written and recorded by American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan for his 1966 album Blonde on Blonde. The song was recorded on March 8, 1966, in Nashville, Tennessee, with veteran Nashville musicians and Canadian guitarist Robbie Robertson. "Pledging My Time" was released the next month by Columbia Records as the B-side of the single "Rainy Day Women#12 & 35", a hit record in both the United States and Great Britain. The two songs also led off Blonde on Blonde, which was officially released on May 16, 1966, and today is considered among the best albums of all time.  


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Well, early in the mornin’
’Til late at night
I got a poison headache
But I feel all right
I’m pledging my time
To you
Hopin’ you’ll come through, too

Well, the hobo got too high
And it came down natur’lly
He stole my baby
And he wanted to steal me
But I’m pledging my time
To you
Hopin’ you’ll come through, too

Won’t you come with me, baby?
I’ll take you where you wanna go
And if it don’t work out
You’ll be the first to know
I’m pledging my time
To you
Hopin’ you’ll come through, too

Well, the room is so stuffy
I can hardly breathe
Ev’rybody’s gone but me and you
And I can’t be the last to leave
I’m pledging my time
To you
Hopin’ you’ll come through, too

Well, they sent for the ambulance
And one was sent
Somebody got lucky
But it was an accident
Now I’m pledging my time
To you
Hopin’ you’ll come through, too

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Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan ( /ˈdɪlən/; born Robert Allen Zimmerman; May 24, 1941) is an American singer-songwriter, musician, author, poet and artist. He has been an influential figure in popular music and culture for more than five decades. Much of his most celebrated work dates from the 1960s when he was an informal chronicler and a seemingly reluctant figurehead of social unrest. A number of Dylan's early songs, such as "Blowin' in the Wind" and "The Times They Are a-Changin'", became anthems for the US civil rights and anti-war movements. Leaving his initial base in the culture of folk music behind, Dylan's six-minute single "Like a Rolling Stone" has been described as radically altering the parameters of popular music in … more »

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Written by: BOB DYLAN

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10 facts about this song

Song Background
"Pledging My Time" is a song composed and performed by legendary American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan.
Album Information
It is the third track on Dylan's 1966 double album, "Blonde on Blonde." The album is critically acclaimed and is often considered one of Dylan's best works.
Influences
The song stands as a testament to Dylan's acceptance and love for the blues genre of music. It is prominently influenced by Chicago blues.
Lyrics Insight
"Pledging My Time" is lyrically a rather straightforward blues song, with Dylan pledging his devotion to an unspecified person despite a streak of "bad luck."
Acoustic Characteristics
The song features harmonica-based instrumental portions, typical of Dylan’s blues-oriented style, along with guitar and percussion.
Critical Reaction
Despite not being as popular as some of Dylan's other works, "Pledging My Time" has been praised for its authentic blues sound.
Recording
The song, like many others on "Blonde on Blonde," was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee. The recording sessions were characterized by a relaxed, collaborative atmosphere.
Music Format
"Pledging My Time" was released as a 45 rpm single in Japan.
Cover Versions
While perhaps not as widely covered as some of Dylan's other songs, "Pledging My Time" has been performed by a number of artists, including the British rock band Humble Pie.
Dylan’s Take
Bob Dylan himself has called "Blonde on Blonde" the closest he ever got to the sound he heard in his mind, suggesting a particular fondness for the songs in this album, including "Pledging My Time."

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