It Ain't Me Babe
The Turtles
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Go away from my window Leave at your own chosen speed I'm not the one you want, babe I'm not the one you need You say you're lookin' for someone Who's never weak but always strong To protect you and defend you Whether you are right or wrong Someone to open each and every door But it ain't me, babe A-no, no, no it ain't me, babe Well, it ain't me you're lookin' for, babe Go lightly from the ledge, babe Go lightly on the ground I'm not the one you want, babe I'll only lead you down You say you're lookin' for someone Who'll promise never to part Someone to close his eyes to you Someone to close his heart Someone who will die for you and more But it ain't me, babe A-no, no, no it ain't me, babe Well, it ain't me you're lookin' for, babe No it ain't me you're lookin' for, babe I said a-no, no, no, it ain't me, babe I said a-no, no, no, it ain't me, babe I said a-no, no, no, it ain't me, babe I said a-no, no, no, it ain't me, babe
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Written by: Bob Dylan
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5 facts about this song
Song Information and Composition1. "It Ain't Me Babe" is a song written by Bob Dylan that was initially released on his fourth album, "Another Side of Bob Dylan," in 1964.
2. This song was Bob Dylan's first song to be covered by The Turtles, generating a hit earlier than Dylan himself.
3. The composition of the song reflects some stylistic changes in Dylan's music, moving away from political commentary towards more personal and romantic music.
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The Bob Dylan Version4. The Bob Dylan version of "It Ain't Me, Babe" showcases his characteristic vocal style — a sort of drawl — and his skilled guitar playing.
5. The song effectively illustrates a peak in the folk sound that Dylan was known for before transitioning into more rock-oriented music.
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The Johnny Cash Version6. Johnny Cash and June Carter recorded a cover version of "It Ain't Me, Babe" for Cash's "Orange Blossom Special" album in 1965 and it became a top 5 Hit in the Billboard Country Charts.
7. The harmonious interplay between Cash and Carter in their duet cover of "It Ain't Me Babe" is often considered a high point of their musical partnership.
8. Johnny Cash performed this song with Dylan himself in the 1969 documentary "Johnny Cash Show".
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The Turtles Version9. The Turtles also covered "It Ain't Me Babe" in 1965, and it became their first major hit, reaching No. 8 in the Billboard Hot 100.
10. Unlike Dylan's folk rendering or Cash's country vibe, The Turtles gave the song a folk-rock arrangement that featured a 12-string guitar.
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Cultural Impact11. The phrase “It Ain’t Me, Babe” became somewhat of a cultural reference, seen as a powerful and direct declaration of independence.
12. The song also influenced other musicians, including Joan Baez, who released her own version of the song in 1964.
13. "It Ain't Me Babe" is still performed in concerts by various artists today, attesting to its enduring relevance and popularity.
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