Tweeter and the Monkey Man
The Traveling Wilburys
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10 facts about this song
Band MembersThe Traveling Wilburys consisted of some of the biggest names in rock 'n' roll - George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison, and Jeff Lynne - and they jointly wrote "Tweeter and the Monkey Man."
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InfluenceThe song was heavily influenced by Bruce Springsteen with its New Jersey references, possibly paying homage to him or gently teasing him.
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Lead VoiceIn "Tweeter and the Monkey Man," the lead vocals are primarily provided by Bob Dylan, showcasing his distinct style.
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LengthWith a running time of 5 minutes and 30 seconds, it is one of the longer tracks on the Traveling Wilburys Vol. 1 album.
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ControversyThe song’s story-type lyrics sparked debate among fans about its true meaning, with some suggesting it was a dig at Bruce Springsteen, given the multiple references to his recurrent themes and locations.
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Performance"Tweeter and the Monkey Man" isn't a widely performed song. After The Traveling Wilburys, only Dylan has performed the track live, which he did during his 1997 tour, altering the lyrics slightly.
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NarrativeThe song takes the form of a narrative and follows the characters 'Tweeter' and the 'Monkey Man', creating a rich story within the lyrics.
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Song Style"Tweeter and the Monkey Man" is one of the few Traveling Wilburys songs not to feature the group's characteristic sound of harmony singing, focusing instead on Dylan’s solo voice.
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Music VideoThere was no official music video made for this song which is unique, considering the star power of the band.
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ResponseDespite its controversial interpretation, the song continues to be a favourite among Traveling Wilburys’ fans for its storytelling and Dylan’s exceptional vocal performance.
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