In Performance at The White House Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan performs "The Times They Are A-Changin'" in his first performance at the White House.

[@josephgent3196]

"Here's what I love about Dylan: He was exactly as you'd expect he would be. He wouldn't come to the rehearsal; usually, all these guys are practicing before the set in the evening. He didn't want to take a picture with me; usually all the talent is dying to take a picture with me and Michelle before the show, but he didn't show up to that. He came in and played 'The Times They Are A-Changin'.' A beautiful rendition. The guy is so steeped in this stuff that he can just come up with some new arrangement, and the song sounds completely different. Finishes the song, steps off the stage - I'm sitting right in the front row - comes up, shakes my hand, sort of tips his head, gives me just a little grin, and then leaves. And that was it - then he left. That was our only interaction with him. And I thought: That's how you want Bob Dylan, right? You don't want him to be all cheesin' and grinnin' with you. You want him to be a little skeptical about the whole enterprise. So that was a real treat."- Obama

[@nancyrobinson7764]

Joseph Gent One thing perhaps if not many , Obama and Dylan have in common is their deportment . Dylan has own propriety as does Obama , neither will tarnish their own . This is just what you’d expect from Bob , he doesn’t try to oversell himself to anyone , president or not. I guess when you’re Bob Dylan you don’t need to try to impress . Bob knows who owns his soul , no need of pretence ☮️😎

[@Not_available284]

This is why people love Bob Dylan.

[@Vaisin]

And anothing amazing thing is that he is known to be the best and most loyal of friends once you know him deeply.

[@svendbosanvovski4241]

Great contribution, Joseph. Its what they they like to call it authenticity, which would be a curious appellation to attach to Bob, given the tension between that and the ever evolving cinematic experience that is Robert Zimmerman. He is more than a song and dance man - that's for sure. I'm glad I have followed him without pause from 1965, like some kind of admiring, aural stalker. I have no doubt that he is the greatest and most important cultural force of our times and it will take decades to unpack his contribution.

[@micahhill3209]

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[@echadmeir]

Just astounding to me how he is able to turn this most strident of protest songs into a tender meditation on aging, without compromising the moral tone. And how the piano arrangement gives if this very American Coplandesque sound, in keeping with the venue and the occasion. My God, the man is just incredible.

[@Methilde]

I clearly prefer the session with all thoses bluesmen plus Jeff Beck and Jagger with a great interpretation of Sweet Home Chicago.

[@dylannaenzo9737]

Yep. I agree wholeheartedly. 12 years later and he's better than ever. Just saw him twice last month. Love that Bob!

[@mohtoadh]

After all these years, Bob still manages to be utterly spellbinding.

[@hansvanklaveren9493]

mto

[@callanightshade8079]

And he will be until he draws his final breath

[@nelsonx5326]

I was noticing that too. He's old and a little croaky in the voice but he's still all there. He's a universal symbol.

[@keiths4491]

It's amazing how often Dylan re-invents himself.

[@dylanreef1313]

Every time I hear Bob Dylan singing, I feel different. I feel something running through my veins.

[@Lee_Forre]

Something very poetic and fitting about Mr Dylan performing this particular song in the White House.

[@callanightshade8079]

It shows that even in his now 70s he still has that passion in his voice and music. Never rehearses or anything. He just gets out there and plays

[@driftkrinsky6537]

@@callanightshade8079 He rehearses.

[@callanightshade8079]

@@driftkrinsky6537 I know he does I don't even know why I said that. But he really does just get out there and play

[@umbroog7342]

Oh Bob.... Don't ever leave me

[@TheDylan1321]

Agreed!

[@joannemarie8]

+um broog -

[@joannemarie8]

+joanne marie Arpino --That's a heart

[@Jane-qv6gs]

Best performance I´ve heard from Dylan since the 90´s.. Apparently he Can singI Very beautiful indeed.. Great arrangement! He should do it like this on Tour.

[@tiarara2011]

Just listen to him sing his "Lay Lady Lay"......also his Album with Johnny Cash....he sings very good along with Johnny, or on his own parts.....He can sing when he wants to, and very good too......He just seems to like to keep that Dylan Reputation going....with the crazy nasal voice....

[@Jane-qv6gs]

Yeah, I´ve heard him sing songs with baryton voice.. Underrated singer and I will see him when he comes back to Sweden..:)

[@sammimitsu]

+Ray R He would not be Bob Dylan if he sang any other way, all sweet and with vibrato. His voice is derived from the great American folk music style of singing along with his own unique way of vocalising. We love all of his work and his distinctive singing voice because it all blends together seamlessly into a totally special and unmatchable product from a multi-talented genius, which appeals to billions of people, worldwide, whether or not English is their first language, or all ages. Beat that.

[@jimhowaniec]

Amen, Janet. He is a jerk on tour, doing totally nonsensical versions of his songs. This proves, like you say, he CAN sing very beautiful when he decides he wants to.

[@XAVIERCUERVO]

this song is as relevant today as it was the day it was written

[@anitasseo]

Indeed!

[@giorgosvasiliou7773]

all truly great song sare

[@janforss8877]

Always relevant.

[@donfabian69]

As its now

[@bratrat]

Age 71 & he still puts out albums that hit the Top Ten...amazing!

[@jayherzog7683]

The voice of Bob Dylan singing out his exquisite poetry, Anarchy,society, philosophy. He is among the few elite artists in world history to express his times so beautifully and creatively. His voice is the only voice it could be. Singing this song of warning at the White House was a great choice........................ "The order is rapidly fading"

[@Vania131313]

I saw him live It was the most beautiful thing I have ever experienced

[@Voodoochil111111]

Say what you want, but you can see how much he still feels this song.

[@rayraygearhart]

I've seen Bob live around 25 times since the 60's and he's sounding great still.

[@baillar100]

Very moving rendition. Dylan forever.

[@kalebschulz7310]

Bob sounds FANTASTIC here this is a really good performance then again in front of the president I guess you bring your A game

[@MrSteeDoo]

Phenomenal re-working of his classic song.

[@brittbeck9158]

I'm so proud of you Bob, the Master...Even the President of the U.S. must sometimes stand and applauses your brilliant performances. Respect..❤️🌹

[@dannyrowland3420]

Amazing because Bob Dylan's songs are timeless, especially this song…..

[@georgeboyter]

Absolutely amazing version in waltz time.

[@apachedisco]

Your listening to a music genius that was here before your father for most of you. Still bringing it at this age is truly inspiring, This guy has the 1,000 mile stare he has seen shit. People name their children "Dylan". You don't have to like him, but respect him,

[@justgeorgeous]

i just love this relaxed slow rendition. bob dylan has done so many great versions of this great historic song, and how appropriate to do it at the white house.

[@BritPopLivesOn72]

i think he's singing really well here. Nicely in tune, telling a story

[@JesterRadio]

"So thank you for writing the best songs, Thank you for righting a few wrongs You're a savage gift on a wayward bus, But you stepped down and you sang to us" -- J. Baez

[@grafxj]

A true genius! One of his most iconic latter day perfomances. Up there with his orchestral performances in Japan in 1994.

[@zeroeffects88]

Fucking beauty.

[@berniebass7349]

What a fantastic performance in an unusual line-up! Bob with his rough voice really touches our heart with an old song that still is of relevance today. And Tony Garnier on double bass is a wonderful musician. Really GREAT ! Perhaps the best thing that ever happened in the White House. ;)

[@pcrkid]

sounds amazing...Dylan's voice is great! Love the melody!

[@audreymanfredi3615]

This song will be actual forever. It won't get old. Those lyrics, this prestation, this creator of sweet words and quiet music oceans...that makes of this song one of the greatest ballads I ever heard. Bob, don't leave us, keep singing and creating, let our hearts between your words.

[@bsmithgates]

Bob is and will always be a hero to me. It was he who instilled in me the need to write and play and perform. I love that he still inspires me after fifty years of listening.

[@AsherSax]

I can't believe I'm going to see this man live in about a month. I can't wait. I'm a teen and I've been a big fan of Mr. Dylan for three years now. He hadn't come to my area of the US in years and I'm so glad he's coming back. This man is the greatest musician and artist who has ever lived.

[@thedistantfuture2]

I keep coming back to this video, and it puts a big smile on my face every time .

[@DolbyVirtual1]

I am 77 years of age, I have followed Mr Dylan,/Bob/ from the age of 16/17, respect of him I can not use, he is far greater than that word, respect, he is untouchable regards any bad comments, his words and music are the WORLD for ever. Truley the man is unbievable, no 1 guy of the world,,,,,,,best regards Bob,,,,,,

[@DolbyVirtual1]

No 1 man

[@MrPernell27]

perfect!!! wiah he used this simple arrangement when touring

[@MrA259]

A quite wonderful performance giving the song continued meaning

[@80sRadDad]

absolutely AMAZING!!!

[@jamesalanott4786]

The sweetest version of that song ever played. Trio. Breathtaking.

[@Kins1002]

I watch this often just for the reason that it's professionally recorded and filmed, I like his hoarse voice a lot better than his voice in the eighties, and I think he still stands tall for not taking the critisism from the people that don't understand.

[@trevmcg]

Its rare to see Mr. Zimmerman sing with his eyes closed... He still has the love for it. This is an amazing performance!! Thanks for posting this video, and Thanks Bob for the 1000s of hours we have listened to you and you brilliant bands!

[@donmcallister3745]

Lucky 🍀 enough to be around on this earth the same time as Bob Dylan... Thanks 🙏 Bob 🎵

[@goddesoflibraries]

I love him so much...

[@anitasseo]

I do, too! Do I have the right? I don't know him! This guy makes us love him for better or worse though! And he certainly payed the price for that, unfortunately. But I can't help it!

[@goddesoflibraries]

I just adore him...His lyrics and songs have always touched me deeply... He's a genius of course...Sure you have the right to love him...lol. I'm not sure what you mean though that he "has paid a price for that." I'm sure life hasn't always been easy for him, but I'm not sure what you mean...

[@anitasseo]

Yes! :) It's allowed!

[@TheBluewaterBlonde]

@@goddesoflibraries It's like the Beatles said "Boy, you're going to carry that weight, carry that weight, for a long time." And as Dylan said, "It’s either fortune or fame , you must pick one or the other, though neither of them are to be what they claim." It is the price you pay to give up your anonymity and give up your freedom to go wherever and whenever you want without causing a stir because everyone knows who you are and the room either goes silent or they rush you. Can't even go to the grocery store.

[@nissi.k]

Thank you! Love how he renders this so contrite and deep! I’m swimming Bob; in the River of Life!🤍🙏🏻

[@bartcaruso1]

I've seen Dylan w/ his rocking Cowboy Band many a times. I'd love to hear a whole concert w/ this line up, Piano, up-right bass, and Bob on acoustic.

[@sawdoctony]

A man with the voice of an angel, albeit an angel with a throat full of rust and glass

[@williammarotz7406]

Thank you to all involved. Brother Bob I love you. This video feels like a gifts. Poetry rocks.

[@BlindBoyGrunt77]

Superb! Never a doubt about the poet-extraordonaire

[@bernhardb8]

Thanks for giving me so much I need. You started me thinking so many times, and you still do. Thank you, Bob!

[@AnnevanPaulus]

Great Respect for this boy!! One of the greatest from planeth Earth!! Love, love, love!!!!

[@willschubert8320]

Wow! You almost NEVER see Bob without a hat.

[@Steve-cw1zo]

For some reason I needed to hear this song, with Dylan singing it. Now I know why, beautiful.

[@Manda16ful]

Bob Is The Man. Always Will Be.

[@anitasseo]

Awesome!!! Who wouldn't like this!? I don't know; I don't care. Long Live Bobby D!

[@JoJaDaRu]

I think this is the best he's sounded doing this song. His voice is so rich and emotive. The raspiness really adds to the effect and he hits the notes about as close as he should without sounding ever sounding weak or innefectual. Thanks for the upload!

[@DCI-Frank-Burnside]

It must be melancholic to have to sing a song you wrote in your early twenties, in your late seventies

[@howlinhauler]

Woody Hutton I look at the same flowers from my youth and still see beauty.

[@KenNorian]

If you could write that song in your 20s... we'd know your name too.

[@sup393]

It's called timeless

[@Namath1000]

He's been singing it from his late 20s until his late 70s and we still can't get enough of it.

[@callanightshade8079]

@@Namath1000 he won't ever stop either. Music has been his life since he was a boy. He's going to keep singing until he draws his final breath

[@Bubbacat54]

worth a Nobel prize....................just for this one !! The Peerless Master !!

[@janekathy1]

Beautiful arrangement. My favorite that I've heard.

[@shreejalluitel3093]

This song is relevant for any generation. What an absolute beauty!

[@andrealanzillotta4388]

He' singing THIS song at the WHITE HOUSE. AMAZING.

[@wanderer0617]

This resonates now, so much.

[@golight]

Thanks for the past 48 years Dylan... we are all getting older but its been a real ride!

[@SN2903]

That almost made me cry. His voice sounds amazing.

[@highway61blues]

Congratulations Bob!! Never sounded better! Im so glad I've gotten to see him live. Epic.

[@miraais1319]

I love him so much!!! Just amazing.

[@luna_london]

Wonderful song and Bob Dilan...Love it.

[@monicareillybonnet7141]

Love it, guitar..and beautiful voice.

[@fantinlatourful]

love that voice, and his words

[@bristolpomeroy]

beautiful

[@Williamtipq]

This is so great. This is my favorite version.

[@bobdylanrules]

Why should anybody be arguing on a beautiful Bob Dylan video regardless of who is in power or what is going on we can all appreciate the lyrics and remember president, monarch, or singer, there is not one person in the world or our USA that can change anything without the masses trying to make a difference.

[@debbyledbetter4434]

Bob is, as always his usual amazing self of course. Each time I hear this performance I neglect (til now!) to mention this pianist and how in tune he is, the way I hear it! So now I've said it & will likely listen to this many more times.

[@Williamtipq]

I like this better than the old one. So beautiful. This song will never be out of date.

[@awfelia]

How the times have indeed changed since i first heard Bob sing 'Positively Fourth Street' in 1965!

[@sharnrose]

If all he did was come out on stage and stand there I would still be in awe, no lyrics ever written are as poetic and untimely as Bob Dylans. And just think we have a president that agrees- wow.

[@hardrainsagonnafall1]

love the piano in the backgroundd!!!

[@cosmictrigger9]

Dylan is eternal & his poetic wisdom will continue to change the world...

[@borodinring2]

Takin' about now!!! WE are living here

[@hugodiaz787]

Simply his best performance of this eternal song

[@Laine369]

Beautiful, so full of meaning, Maestro ✨🙏🤍✨

[@IAintOverYet]

Age takes its toll on all of us. But Bob still has the charisma of a great poet, songwriter, and performer. A true legend in his own time.

[@dablueman21]

He doesn't need his voice, he's got his poetry and music, that's why he's a legend. Not because his voice was strong at a time (sometimes it still is, he has his moments...)

[@garrywindshield1]

This is so good. I can't find right words, any words

[@matiaslegrand]

Esta es la última vez que agarró su guitarra acústica en público y se puso a cantar una de sus obras mas queridas. Este tipo es enorme. Es uno de los Maestros de mi vida. Magnífica versión. Sublime, la mejor.

[@janepiepes2243]

This was that very never - ending 3/ 4. Timimg......I think a great effect for this song.... brilliant idea ~~~ I always think of this version ..now !!! ~ Jane

[@JJSA1985]

Might be my favorite version of this song. Goosebumps.

[@shrek11ondvd]

People always say that Dylan hasn't got it anymore because he chooses mainly to scream these heavy songs from the 70s...but if he simply played some of his older and acoustic songs, folks would know he still absolutely has it.

[@karennylander977]

Yes, he does the song brilliantly, but did you catch the "18th century way" he combed his hair and cut the fashion of that time too, tie, vest and coat. Brilliant, classic Dylan subtlety. Profound.

[@mspurplepatchouli]

Many of us are still hopeful. Change doesn't happen overnight, but we have come a long, long way. Do not despair, it's still getting better!! Peace and Love

[@MusicGuy00007]

Why are we all full of Hate? Look at your own heart , are we not all on this globe together? Our Country is so divided it is Crazy , have some respect for the Man and the Office, let's try to work together so all of our fellow beings can move up and not be treaded upon

[@RJRmassage]

Thanks for posting. Restores my hope in change.

[@jobejeffers9177]

Most impressive singer/songwriter in the history of the world!!!!!!!!!

[@dmcewen772]

Awesome Voice I'm named after Bob Dylan

[@avgfilm2424]

very pretty. I got chills.

[@sambar0986]

Give the man a Nobel Prize already, he deserves it more than the likes of Harold Pinter! Who can think of a serious poet who is more widely regarded and known than Dylan?

[@seansy5247]

...and i still remeber all the words! His voice was the voice of the protest movement

[@LynkJDL1]

"You don't need to hear what Bob Dylan is saying, you just need to hear the way he says it." - John Lennon, Rolling Stone Interview, 1970.

[@GalDriver1]

I've just watched Joan Baez and now Bob Dylan performing in the White House. Yes, the times they ARE a changing.....bloody slowly but change they do. To those of you who don't want change....tough shit! haha. Peace won't come in my lifetime but I'll be watching with the rest of them so you better keep the change going in the right direction. Thank you.xx

[@karlmehltretter2677]

13 years ago already ?

[@nikkiejanee1972]

I love his face and how he moves when he's singing. He's very sensual and hot for an old dude:) in love with Dylan!

[@andergasteiz]

This song appeals to me, so beautiful, really amazing!

[@fantinlatourful]

i so love that sweet raspy voice, please don't ever stop singing, bob