Maggie's Farm
Million Dollar Bashers, Stephen Malkmus & the Million Dollar Bashers, Stephen Malkmus, Bob Dylan
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I ain't gonna work on Maggie's farm no more I ain't gonna work on Maggie's farm no more Well, I wake up in the morning, fold my hands and pray for rain With a head full of ideas drivin' me insane It's a shame the way she makes me scrub the floor Now I ain't gonna work on Maggie's farm no more I ain't gonna work for Maggie's brother no more I ain't gonna work for Maggie's brother no more He hands you a nickel, and he hands you a dime Asks you with a grin if you're havin' a good time Then he fines you every time you slam the door Said, I ain't gonna work for Maggie's brother no more I ain't gonna work for Maggie's pa no more I ain't gonna work for Maggie's pa no more He puts out his cigar in your face for kicks Well, his bedroom windows are made out of bricks The National Guard stands around his door Said, I ain't gonna work for Maggie's pa no more I ain't gonna work for Maggie's ma no more I ain't gonna work for Maggie's ma no more She talks to all the servants about man and God and law Everybody tells me she's the brains behind pa Sixty-eight, but says she's twenty-four But I ain't gonna work for Maggie's pa no more I ain't gonna work on Maggie's farm no more I ain't gonna work on Maggie's farm no more Well, I try my best to be like I am Everybody wants you to be like them They say sing while you slave, I get bored Said, I ain't gonna work on Maggie's farm no more
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Written by: Bob Dylan
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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13 facts about this song
Music Genre"Maggie's Farm" by Bob Dylan is considered a folk rock song, incorporating a blend of rock and folk music elements.
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Song InspirationThe song is often interpreted as Dylan's declaration of independence from the protest folk movement that had initially influenced his career.
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Album Inclusion"Maggie's Farm" was included in Dylan's 1965 album, "Bringing It All Back Home," which was his fifth studio album.
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Live Performance DebutDylan famously played "Maggie's Farm" at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965, where he controversially went electric for the first time.
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Musical Style ShiftThis performance symbolized Dylan's shift from acoustic folk to electric rock 'n roll, a move that initially upset many folk purists.
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Influence"Maggie's Farm" has been covered by numerous artists including Rage Against the Machine and U2, illustrating its impact on various genres of music.
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Cultural ReferencesThe song title has been adopted for various purposes, including a cannabis company in Colorado and the title of a play by theatre company Shared Experience.
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Political InterpretationSome people interpreted "Maggie's Farm" as a protest song against capitalism, as it describes the narrator's experiences and anger working on Maggie's farm.
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Lyrical Structure"Maggie's Farm" is composed of four verses and no chorus.
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Popularity and Critic Review"Maggie's Farm" is one of Dylan's top tracks, widely appreciated by critics and fans alike.
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InstrumentsBesides Dylan's guitar and harmonica, the song features electric guitars, bass, and drums which was a departure from his previous acoustic-focused work.
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Awards and RecognitionThough "Maggie's Farm" itself did not win any awards, the album "Bringing It All Back Home" has been certified Double Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
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SymbolismThe song's title and narrative have been extensively analyzed, with "Maggie's Farm" interpreted as a symbol for the music industry, the political establishment, or any system of perceived oppression.
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