Joan Baez - Diamonds and Rust (With Lyrics)

[@babyblue3717]

I'm 22 years old, in the year of 2024, listening to this incredible piece of art and crying my eyes out for a lost love. This is how you live forever: you make art.

[@jss1990100]

May you live forever

[@gh-om3pk]

I am 63 and must say It was a great crazy time.Enjoy your life!Every day!

[@magistra137]

This is one of the most poignant and poetic songs. I love the juxtaposition of quoting him telling her that her poetry wasn’t good while she is weaving one of the most beautiful love songs, both in poetry and melody. To me, this is just one of those pieces of magic that the world blesses us with sometimes. Thank you, Joan.

[@poom641]

Seems to have come from the heart for sure, occasionally hearing this song brings tears to my eyes

[@camillesolange182]

It was too good for him! She was too good for him too :-)

[@jez2466]

I love this song,but I always think 'he's not worth it, Joan'

[@ryansutter4291]

Yes. 🙏

[@weedanwine]

I think it tells us that Dylan was either a terrible judge of poetry or highly threatened by her, or both 🤣

[@zognowak2842]

I saw her about 10 years ago in Durham NC, where I was sitting on the 3rd row. She was fantastic, but she didn't do this song for the entire regular concert. On her first encore, she still didn't sing it so I stood and called for "Diamonds and Rust".....Her second encore ended the same way, and on her third encore, she looked and pointed at me and said "this is for you". :) I still get goose bumps thinking about this.

[@seansmith1303]

What a cool story. :)

[@zognowak2842]

@@seansmith1303 Thanks. I'll always remember that.

[@emptyface4095]

How lucky you are...

[@rukanthsameera8563]

amazing

[@paulkeith61]

Since she wrote it for Bob Dylan she probably did not want to sing it. It was over.

[@AlanCole-c8w]

Truely she has been my song bird all these years! Bravo to her.

[@jdgunn6109]

This is probably the most raw, the most honest and bare-naked Love Song ever written or recorded.

[@v24231]

Yes, it is. That is why there are so few covers of the masterpiece. It should be vetoed for covering.

[@v24231]

Brevity is the sister of talent.

[@watdoetiee]

@@v24231 The ripper's cover of this is as good as it gets (with judas priest).

[@ZenaBattaglia]

Her song is sublime!

[@maribethstern8023]

It's raw, I can feel it and relate , that love is once in a lifetime 🌹💗🌹

[@harrysharp3838]

In 1963, we had a substitute teacher who was young and talked to us about cool things, that sounded so cutting edge then. Even 59 years later, I remember a singer he mentioned that he thought that class of sixth graders should know about--her name was Joan Baez. It didn't register much with me at age 10, but did a few years later and to this day...If you were that teacher and somehow see this, thank you.

[@harrysharp3838]

Let me add it was Garvey Elementary School in Chicago.

[@harrysharp3838]

Did you go there?

[@Tampo-tiger]

Ultra-cool teacher! If only they were all like that!

[@mak_xx9456]

It was me. I was the teacher.

[@harrysharp3838]

This is how you get followers by sliding into heartfelt comments with your bs?@@mak_xx9456

[@nvsubramanian1958]

The lady can write. And the lady can sing. After we are gone, she'll still be around. Haunting the world. Making the universe cry.

[@youthofyesterdayrecords]

It doesn't need any help for that.

[@thebugs4934]

this! And beautifully expressed.

[@rossmcdonaldyt]

Ttrrredttrttrtrty rrrrrrdgk

[@jacobpeters5458]

@@youthofyesterdayrecordsafter what Disney did to Star Wars, triple digits %

[@gerdaschilski6967]

My hope is that future Generations understand and love her Music 🎼 like our Generation still does 🙏🫶🎸

[@CarolCesca-sq4ku]

I was 12 years old when I first heard and saw Joan Baez performing at Provincetown- Cape Cod- MA. I am now 73 years old and I continue to be mesmerized by her music. In my teen years I listened to her music and learned the lyrics which I can still sing. Thank you Joan

[@johnherlihy4739]

She has one of the best female voices I have ever heard! She is very special!

[@davidvergari6715]

Here we are, nearly a half-century after this song was first played and it continues to move people. Joan Baez recorded a masterpiece

[@alexioscorfu8658]

exactly. I think it's the story behind the song in combination to her voice and her sad eyes that touch ppl.

[@tuananhnguyenba7399]

A true masterpiece.

[@tuananhnguyenba7399]

A true masterpiece.

[@alexioscorfu8658]

@BOGUS Blank yeah, that b i t c h!!

[@a.i.marvin6180]

@@alexioscorfu8658 ???????

[@ЭваЛюлина]

When I was little my father loved to listen to Joan Baez))) my father passed away 5 years ago, Now when I listen to Joan Baez I cry because I miss him so much (So I want to say Thank you so much Joan Baez for this song)

[@paddingtonbrown6703]

Joan Baez was not writing poetry; she was writing love. By this, she will be immortalized.

[@robertb4434]

GOOD FOR YOU !! EXACTLLY !!!! you got IT!!!!

[@theredcomet844]

I feel bad for what poetry is.

[@attilaevil]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@attilagyorgyrusz2431]

@@attilaevil Joan baez forever

[@sven471111]

@@zeyadalabdaly3393 You are wrong.She wrote it.

[@mariasilviatesi]

I am an Italian teacher, I often offer to my children Joan Baez to listen... It is a tendresse for their young souls

[@connclissmann6514]

May I suggest you add Kris Kristofferson to their mix? Wonderful lyrics.

[@nrjdohhg5]

This one of the best songs ever written. The lyrics and melody, her voice, every single aspect of it makes it perfect!

[@billferron6473]

She loved Dylan but I don't think he was very fond of her as a romantic interest.

[@joanbaez68]

Thanks for supporting my music 🎶 I’m so grateful 💝 I would like to honor you by giving you my personal information if that’s ok by you.💓💕🔈🎶

[@mariacassity7206]

This song just kills me! I love it so so so much

[@joevokey1340]

I'm 65, & have listened to countless thousands of songs in my life, & I couldn't agree more with you....one of the most beautifully written and sung songs that my ears have been blessed with. Incredibly moving song, imo.

[@joevokey1340]

P.S., David Kershenbaum, the procucer, did a phenomenal job on this song. Highly underrated, imho. 👏

[@brenda9990]

One of the most beautiful and haunting love songs ever written.

[@fernandohidalgo3729]

Cuanta razón.

[@gregwilliams3457]

Brenda i just read your post on diamonds and rust after i had post to it as well. Thank you. After listening to it i described it as a haunting love song that brought back memories that i had never forgotten or did not want to forget. And as i sat here trying to figure out which one it was and reading your post i realized this song must do the same to others that it has done to me. Like looking in to a mirror and see a reflection of parts of your life that you charish the most i guess would be a good way to say it.

[@brenda9990]

I agree Greg…there’s something in this song that touches me and is impactful.

[@marcyfan]

@@brenda9990 joan was better off having a one night stand with john lennon. i love bob...but he's strange.

[@harrydavis7607]

You took the words right out of my mouth. Beauty and haunting. “Hauntingly sad.”

[@theyrekrnations8990]

These days are gone, there is more soul in this one song than ten thousand modern songs

[@jurgenweber236]

yes, that`s true

[@theyrekrnations8990]

@@jurgenweber236 yeah I believe so

[@poom641]

so so true ...... modern 'artists in general and especially the young are distracted by phone noises at the very moment when silence is essential for the creative process to peak or continue

[@Rendon276]

100% agreed.

[@ginacalea8382]

❤️

[@spaceshot5289]

This song is an incredible work of art. It deeply speaks to the soul of anyone who has loved and lost

[@timoconnor8520]

I count myself amongst that number. Ginny Emerson, where the hell are you now? 😂

[@andrewlowe9969]

Yes very true! Songs like this remind us of our disappointments in love while things we can't change, it brings us solace we all go through a heartbreak and disappointment at some point. This and JJ Cale's Someday are two such songs. Thank you Joan for being one of the most wonderful woman musicians and songwriters of the 20th century. The feelings deep down are bearable when we listen to this song, we are not alone and it helps the mind and soul greatly.

[@doberman1ism]

Amen! Tis’ better to have loved and lost, then to never have loved at all. Sadly this is true.

[@ajordan1976]

Simply tragically timeless

[@黃冠瑋-h1o]

Joan had written a very beautiful poetry instead of lousy,finally I had known this story behind this song just some days ago.

[@AdamArthur-f8f]

I was introduced to this song from the Judas Priest cover & it absolutely blew my mind ……and now listening to the original from Joan, I’ve become overwhelmed with emotion……absolutely stunning song……Brilliant

[@di-jt6jp]

I too remember as a very young person being introduced to this song by the Judas Priest cover. I knew that it was a cover of her song. But I just read an interview of Joan Baez about her upcoming film biography and this song and Bob Dylan was discussed. I see now that she wrote this about him and she was obviously absolutely heartbroken. I’m not a folk music fan. I love my hardcore alternative rock. But knowing the history behind this now, I’m in tears. And I agree with her activism. She’s a legend.

[@moritzbierdimpfl7233]

its so cool they coverd this

[@derekwalker4622]

same

[@Tav57]

“Speaking strictly for me, we both could have died then and there…” What a perfect line about the overwhelming sublime feeling of pure love. Amazing song. Still powerful after all these years.❤️

[@davidcurtis7547]

There is such bitterness there . Beautiful song about love not returned . I love that people are still listening to it and have something to say

[@gilfavor1river]

There is several words of brilliance, in this song, as Paddington Brown says this is not poetry it is pure unadulterated LOVE she is singing a massive deep love song , to Bob and when she sings certain lines and her voice and how she drops down to lower notes I am emotionally knocked out, always brings tears with its magnificent unbelievable emotion , I love music amd a million songs , but some do something to you, that hit a deep spot. And these peope with the genius to write the words and music amaze me, especially about someone we think we know. Now another song that I would call a massive love song is "Let Her Cry" by Hootie and the Blowfish, not the same song style but the same power of love song , listen to the lyrics, and see what heart wrenching things the singer is telling in this music story. Last but not least , it is 2023,\. WHERE HAS THE DEEP QUALITY AND EMOTIONAL UPLIFTING MUSIC GONE??? I appreciate new styles but the feel is dying , the tune is going , there is no structure , songs are like Ads sometimes, so KZbin thanks for a spot I can get lost in with my earphones. Words with meaning and put to good music and with feelings from the heart. And it is an older song and to David Vergari, you sir are spot on the mark, this song really does move people, deeply. Genius in fact.

[@robertbairt9094]

He was a🐀rat fink🖤

[@70giorgio]

I knew this song from the cover by judas' priest....Well, hard pain, sweet vengeance. I don't think was vengeance what Joan was looking for, but just espressing what her feeling was. Vengeance is just a side effect.

[@Thin_Mercury]

⁠@@robertbairt9094Baez was also trying to control Dylan’s life, dictate what he did and attempting to force him into political activism, she was incredibly domineering and controlling, she had admitted this herself. So if Dylan was a rat fink for dumping her, she was equally a rat fink for not accepting him for who he was.

[@piouskerur]

Who are Ready to listen in 2025 too???

[@danijeladragicevic1239]

Me

[@piouskerur]

🎉🎉🎉 Tq​@@danijeladragicevic1239

[@mtertulliano]

Brazzilians here !! Great song

[@stefanoborinato6592]

Also in 2045

[@Ella-l2u]

Ich bin 2025 wieder dabei

[@beverlymiller525]

I saw her in Philly and she sang diamonds and rust and I busted it out in tears because I know how much she loves Bob Dylan and wanted to save him from himself she would have given him h her whole life😢 diamonds and rust is beautiful, but I can't listen to it without crying, it reminds me of my husband who passed away 2015 we were into all kinds of music especially Joan Baez Bob Dylan the doors, Pink Floyd, bad company, every kind of music there was basically. So I can't escape him he was my soulmate and every song reminds me of him❤😢

[@태양을삼킨써니]

ᆢ. 마음이 아프네요..

[@Thin_Mercury]

Save him from himself? The man is the most acclaimed songwriter of all time and his career has played out perfectly fine without Joan’s saving, he did not require saving from Joan. As a matter of fact Joan contributed to pushing Dylan away because she was constantly demanding that he keep writing protest songs the rest of his life and actually rejected a proposal of marriage from him at one point.

[@colinglen4505]

You're husband was blessed to have you for his wife Beverly. 🙂

[@lindalichtenstein8163]

I totally understand Music was extremely important to us. My husband loved the Beatles and all the groups from the 60s and 70s too. He died suddenly in May 2022 and music is a trigger for me.

[@maxingham9139]

I went to an anti war rally in 1970 Los Angeles park to see Joan Baez. 30 minute concert, about 60 people showed up and she sang completely A cappella not even a guitar on a flatbed trailer. Amazing!

[@maevemcmahon4286]

Not only that glorious voice, but her use of words - her integrity, her courage, and her strength. An inspiration to me since I was a teenager - deepest respect to a wonderful lady !!!

[@noneofyourbusinessnoneofyo8810]

The most beautiful song that came from a broken heart that many of us can relate to. I think many of us have been in a relationship where you love someone so much but do not not receive the same love back. It is very hurtful. It is like you would give the world to the person you love and they just take your feelings for granted. I remember just like it was yesterday that I bought my sister this album in 1975 when I was 15 years old for her birthday. Little did I realize at the time that I would be listening to this song in my later 20's, crying in my beer from a broken heart. Thank you Joan for such a beautiful song and sharing your heartbreak with others who have experienced the same hurt.

[@summerinspringville-hill]

Her poetry is not “lousy” at all. It is stunning and powerful.

[@christinegoyette7428]

yup.

[@theend4054]

she didn't get a Nobel prize for her poem....

[@CNash85]

She’s quoting Dylan taking about his own poetry, not hers: “‘My poetry is lousy’, you said.”

[@tmage23]

Dylan was highly critical of anyone's work that wasn't his own.

[@petervarga1310]

I don't know why he tried to diminish her by telling that her poetry is lousy. It isn't at all.

[@sammy-wi8pi]

I heard this song for the first time when I was 12 and in high school......only now I fully understand the incredible poetry behind this ballad ❤❤❤❤❤...thank you Joan Baez❤❤❤❤

[@jimw.4161]

If this isn't the greatest unrequited love song ever - I don't know what is. Simply great!

[@gauravchhoker19]

Could you please tell me what does she mean by "speaking strictly for me"?

[@jimw.4161]

@@gauravchhoker19 Hello Gaurav! Yes, in this context it is another way of saying 'in my opinion' but more personal, poetic and with much more emotion. If she had died she would have felt that her life was complete.... but her words also indicate a little reservation. She isn't sure Bob feels the same way. Hope this helps!

[@gauravchhoker19]

@@jimw.4161 Thanks Jim!! That was really helpful 😊

[@jimw.4161]

@@gauravchhoker19 You're very welcome... Happy to help. I love this song. It brings back so many pleasant memories of the early 60s when folk music was really at its zenith. A wonderful time to be young! Joan captured the feeling perfectly.

[@gauravchhoker19]

@@jimw.4161 This song is just not a song.. it's actually Joan narrating her story that's why it is so good to listen as the sadness in this is so real. For me this is the best and most beautiful autobiographical song ever.

[@kimlathem9235]

Im 56. Grew up to my dad playing dylan, baez and buffy st. Marie, among others. He still has all the original LPs. I took him to see Dylan 3 years ago for his 75th birthday. Im so grateful he's still in my life. And the worlds my dad has opened for me. That's what music does for me too. Thanks Daddy.

[@isabellenicaud3725]

This song is the absolute masterpiece of Joan, I can loop it one hour without getting bored and the feeling is still intense. She suffered a lot with BD and you feel it

[@missmaniac5145]

Absolutely the same with me, this song is so intense, it never gets boring to me. Greatest love song about a unfulfilled love

[@annickcavelier4333]

Oui...les frissons à chaque écoute.... J' aime tant Joan Baez !...c' est toute mon adolescence que je retrouve avec ses chansons et particulièrement celle-ci qui me bouleverse pour tout ce qu' elle dit de son amour déçu... Quelle voix magnifique et quel talent dans l' Ecriture et la Musique... Je ne m' en lasse pas....elle remplit mon coeur de nostalgie...

[@debraharvey282]

Hauntingly beautiful...

[@suruha2306]

@@annickcavelier4333 Yes, shivers! That is a good way to say how it makes me feel! Thank you!

[@cametientaucoeur]

It meant so much in the 70’s & still today. The angst of our lives. Jeanne (retired RN)

[@ericynot]

Besides being utterly beautiful, "Diamonds and Rust" is among the most haunting, nakedly honest autobiographical songs ever recorded. Most of us have had the experience at one time or another of having an old lover suddenly appear out of nowhere, leaving us feeling, for a time at least, shattered, confused, and conflicted. But no one I can think of has ever captured that experience better than Baez did in this song. It also nails the vibe of New York City on a cold autumn day. This is poetry/songwriting at its very best.

[@edgregory1]

+ericynot A Winter's day in a deep and dark December......... am a rock. I am an island... Your post was perfect. Wish I had seen it before I posted 'cause makes mine unnecessary.

[@olitraiga]

nah this is specifically about bob dylan and joan baez. it doesnt apply to anyone else.

[@reallynowX]

ericynot,, I can't find the words to thank you for your beautiful, heartfelt, intelligent and lovely post. I was choking back emotion while watching Baez's French TV studio close-up performance of this song in a French studio, then saw this video with lyrics & photos of Baez & Dylan. I had wished for the photos to age along with them & the lyrics, but am grateful for what Dave Bing took the time to do for the rest of us. I was particularly taken with what I assume is Baez' meaning behind the lyric "You say you aren't nostalgic..." Dylan may have won the Nobel but he wouldn't get a Milk of Human Kindness prize. I've personally experienced a lover from my youth refusing to acknowledge the depth & sweetness of our relationship. Anyway ericynot, I hope you are, in fact, a critic. Selfishly I hope you are because your talent should be shared beyond KZbin music pages. Thank you again.

[@vollsticks]

Lel

[@steadfastcoward]

I was already a fan when I first heard this song, and at the time I was young and knew nothing of it's connection to Bob Dylan (because I was young and there was no Internet, things were 'normal'...this was still my favorite song of hers. The key and chords are almost of another world, it's like nothing I've ever heard and it expresses feelings I also never heard before then. Now I am lucky enough to have TWO copies of this LP, one in stereo and the other in QUAD for the day I have a fine enough phonograph setup to listen to it properly.

[@ms.annthrope415]

I thought I had found my soul mate late in life. Thought it was time to feel some joy and happiness so I got myself down from behind the walls and opened the door. She ripped my heart out and shoved me off the cliff, and I saw myself falling slowly to dash to pieces on the rocks below. I listened to this song and others but I played this over and over as I picked up the pieces and glued my heart back together and started walking back to close and bolt the door and climb back up behind the walls. Music like this, so raw and unfiltered, helped staunched the bleeding and let me heal. Thanks Joan.

[@susancrawford5927]

I'm sorry this happened to you. Raw emotion and heartbreak are deep and terrible things. Peace.

[@josemariagarcia1099]

Peace be upon you brother

[@TheDancingWuliMasters]

You'll get over. Nice profile name BTW

[@laurab9867]

Tell it like it is, baby. She was the best thing that ever happened to Bob Dylan, I'm sure. Love this song.

[@tenpiano1920]

I am a young person and didn't know much about Joan Baez until recently. But this song shows me just how wonderful and beautiful a singer she is.

[@bartbaxter7630]

Whoever you are and whatever your age, style and class seem to be a part of you. Stay well and have a really good life.

[@tenpiano1920]

@@bartbaxter7630 Thank you, and you as well!

[@dr.wilfriedhitzler1885]

Its worth while to look back to the 60s and 70s

[@MrRonk55]

You should also look up her sister, Mimi, and her husband Richard Farina, a guy so talented Dylan was jealous. Amazing family.

[@dr.wilfriedhitzler1885]

@@MrRonk55 Thank you for information. We miss such gentle people nowadays….

[@minnbeef]

Just major chills and goosebumps whenever I hear this song. We all have had someone in our lives like Baez had Dylan. This song is her masterpiece.

[@22mdh6]

Wonder if Joan ever married, do you know.

[@thomasdesmond1055]

I saw her at the Aladdin Theater in Portland, OR about 15 years ago. Her hair was turning grey so it seemed her beauty and maturity made her even more of a goddess. She introduced this song as it being about an old friend. One of the greatest concerts ever in my life. She is an American Hero for her music, her activism and her eternal beauty.

[@geneengelbrecht9323]

Beautiful, Joan, & the song as beautiful as you, I've followed your beautiful singing, with your lovely voice throughout many years, & you are still at the top, with Linda Ronstadt, both of you of Mexican-German parentage... I'm +91, & yet heard no better...

[@alansmith2203]

Her voice just mesmerizes me. Great lyrics of a broken heart. Everyone knows of Dylan and Joan's failed love affair. I just think that it is very hard for the creative artists who on meteoric trajectories to stay synchronized. He was not evil nor was she stupid...the stars simply didn't align for them in that time. Joan I will always love your voice and songs.

[@billroubanis4750]

This may be the greatest love song ever written. I certainly cannot think of a better one. It gives me chills every time.

[@koko-pu5vn]

I agree. Based on two people who shared an intense love at one time.

[@rickack8176]

Right. Nothing better than a melancholic love ballad. Harry Chapin’s TAXI is another one. And Bread’s AUBREY. Just to name two. ✨

[@loriskillman2580]

Chills for sure. A masterpiece

[@lawrencemay8671]

Nights In White Satin

[@lawrencemay8671]

@@rickack8176 NIGHTS IN WHITE SATIN

[@franko7290]

How fortunate some of us are to have lived when a lot of music was enduring art. Great music will never die.

[@KirkMarston-k4o]

Joan Baez, through her music, is part of my life. I was a youth of the 60’s - her voice is part of what defined that era. Every now and then I stumble across this song and it grips me until it has played out. “ And If you’re offering me Diamonds and Rust, I’ve already paid 😢.”

[@thefrontpage]

I had not listened to this classic song in a while, and this got to me. This is an amazingly beautiful, haunting, personal and moving song. It's simply a classic. All we are is diamonds and rust. Diamonds and rust.

[@jillschoenfeldwhite5534]

Joan's most personal feelings about Bob with a hauntingly beautiful poetic melody.. All of the photos of them together make it even more emotional.

[@empressvee]

I was in my cradle when Joan Baez met Bob Dylan. I don’t know how I lived this long without hearing this song. I am literally haunted by it. It’s so clearly painful but so unbelievably beautiful. Thanks for posting this.

[@katrinaklobuchar2717]

I honestly had unfairly judged her. Like she tried to hard. Now, I’m completely floored. Every word, and emotion is so powerful…….I’d die if someone wrote me such a perfect love song. I absolutely appreciate every aspect of this. Painfully and truly perfect.

[@robertphillips2769]

Mr. Dylan blew it when he let this lady go. This album deserved a Grammy, and I am glad I actually got to tell Joan Baez this during a phone interview a decade or so ago.

[@giovannibellini4098]

Wow, you did????

[@sacramentosantosgato9114]

Qué preciosidad de canción.Eterna.Gracias.Merci.7.2.21

[@robertphillips2769]

@@giovannibellini4098 Sorry for the late reply. Yes, I interviewed her for a monthly arts and entertainment publication in Montana. Was never more nervous for an interview in my life, but she was great.

[@joanbaez68]

Thanks for supporting my music 🎶 I’m so grateful 💝 I would like to honor you by giving you my personal information if that’s ok by you.💓💕🔈

[@aryervgr]

If this is Joan Baez, you have been one of my inspirations for most of my life.

[@Gogetemscoobie]

This reminds me of a lover i had many years ago, he died about 7 years ago, i still miss him......the unwashed phenominon ,the original vagabond, he burst onto the scene already a legend. You certainly did Tommy, rest well my friend. Il see you on the flip side xx❤❤❤

[@elainegallagher6512]

ie reminds .e of .y ex husband and the first time I saw hi.m from Cross the roo. He was the most gorgeous man a d we fell I love that ight oh the Me.ories

[@caseyjoanz]

Playing this for my wife. We’ve been inseparable since about this time in 1972. Almost 50 years and one of us has just been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. It doesn’t matter who: we’re a covalent bond. We’d both prefer to go first.

[@smallisbeautiful2808]

Please google "The boy who ran away from chemotherapy". No matter what type of cancer it is, it's not too late. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5LGaK2AnsSlesU

[@caseyjoanz]

Small Is Beautiful -We both appreciate it. Nobody is giving up.

[@laurianni]

@@caseyjoanz bless you both....Godspeed, you two.

[@wendynichols9998]

I have never posted a reply or made any comment on youtube in 10 years. Never. This is a first for me, but my heart breaks for you both and I had to comment. I am not 'religious', but I believe that when you find your 'soul mate' (as you two so obviously have) you will never be parted - your partner will be waiting for you just beyond the veil and you will spend eternity together. My husband is 17 years my senior and I would do anything to 'go first' and not have to bear the burden of grief. Remember - grief is the price we pay for love. May you both be reunited again one day.....

[@caseyjoanz]

Wendy Nichols -I write a lot on KZbin comments, but I’ve never received so much positive response. We started a conversation when my wife was 17, and we still haven’t finished it. Whatever afterlife is, we know we’ll be together.

[@danaricketts7288]

Bob Dylan left the most amazing woman he could have had. She took care of him and loved him unconditionally. Diamonds & Rust said it all.

[@jamesleathers5488]

You are so right.

[@MoushumiGhosh]

Totally agree! It was his loss.

[@M-T-123]

It happens so many times !

[@M-T-123]

To too many women

[@M-T-123]

I happen to own the original LP ! It rings as true now as it did so long ago

[@Global00Vintage]

God it hurts to love someone who doesn't love you back. Jesus. This song.

[@erichart2093]

My theory is that Bob loved Joan so much he let her go knowing he couldn't wouldn't treat her the way she deserved

[@seastarslark2301]

You said it. And......you never really forget, no matter how much time passes.

[@cjackson6482]

I think I read somewhere that Joan wanted Bob to keep creating more protesting music & be more of a activist in his music but Bob wanted to change and move foreword, she didn't. She was living in the past & Bob was trying to move forward so they broke up. He began to fall in love with other women who wanted more of what he was changing into. They where becoming two different people & bob knew other women who where more in his lifestyle type.

[@erichart2093]

@@cjackson6482 , Somewhat accurate. Baez has admitted she was trying to "mold" Bob into what she wanted him to be. Thus pushing him away. Bob said he broke it off because he didn't want her caught up in the madness. The comment about Joan "living in the past" is bewildering??? As far as other women that was happening when they were together. As a matter of fact even before. Bob wouldn't give Joan the time of day when the 1st met because he was interested in her 16 year old sister who was allegedly even more beautiful. Dylan was a scoundrel...

[@seastarslark2301]

@@cjackson6482 Thanks for the insight.

[@johnbruno7614]

It's really amazing how many people keep coming back to listen to this masterpiece that's at least a half a century old this song will never die its legendary. JOAN AND BOB 💞

[@KevinSmith-ki7yl]

I’m 70 never heard this song till about two years ago and now i can’t tell you how many times I’ve listened to it i absolutely love it and her,

[@johnbruno7614]

@@KevinSmith-ki7yl Really happy that you got to hear this masterpiece and she's just a true legend:) 👍💓😊

[@arnoldblashak171]

Yeah Bob Dylan screwed that one up you should have kept her

[@johnbruno7614]

@@arnoldblashak171 Yes he most certainly did. 👍💗✌️

[@rtflone]

@@arnoldblashak171 Dylan had an affair with Baez as his relationship with Suze Rotolo was ending partly due to Suze getting pregnant with Dylan's child and having an abortion in 1963. Baez lyric "You flew right into my arms. Temporarily lost at sea, the Madonna was yours for free, the girl on the half shell that would keep you unharmed" is a brilliant bit of self reflection.

[@nicholasschellenberg502]

Probably the most perfect love song from the 70s - let it play on repeat for all time.

[@at_brunch3852]

I agree. 🇨🇦

[@chrisbowen9043]

Among a million songs, or so, I've listened to over many decades (I'm 71), this might be my favorite of them all. And all I really even care about is Art! And, in it's many forms.

[@AndyPandyh]

Her voice is so beautiful, wow… I actually did not realize before that the song was about Bob, even though I knew they were together in some way. Hearing it now together with the pictures, it’s clear as day that she is singing about him and to him. What a great song, and what a great songwiriter!

[@yogilickey]

Out of all these versions and videos of this song, I believe this is by far the best ... SO powerful, so strong, such a lament but one of rising above lament into the beauty of a truly original and moving song ... I think this is the equal of any of Kate Wolf's most powerful songs! Divine! Thank you, Joan Baez !

[@mckavitt]

YogiKeith Lickey Joan Baez was then, I guess, whilst Kate Wolf is now? Is the latter a more modern legend?

[@manelallouache9188]

I'm listening to this masterpiece during quarantine....j'adore cette artiste je l'ai découvert avec mon père 😍😘 and now i'm in love with all Her songs

[@A7N88D9D_d]

👍👍

[@joanbaez68]

Thanks for supporting my music 🎶 I’m so grateful 💝 I would like to honor you by giving you my personal information if that’s ok by you.💓💕🔈🎶

[@karensinclair4189]

Dear god, she was something. One of a kind.

[@lauragleason7871]

I remember my Mom listening to this when I was a kid. So many years later I'm enjoying it too. Timeless.

[@johnn1428]

One of the most beautiful love songs I've ever heard.

[@falcon5467]

Every musician has the dream of creating their masterpiece. Probably none of them dream of the heartbreak and self-examination that a true masterpiece requires. This is Joan Baez' masterpiece.

[@alansaunders7140]

Beauty always and only grows from dung

[@rohitgobin5131]

She risked And only those who risk can know love

[@AnnieKlein34]

" Probably none of them dream of the heartbreak and self-examination that a true masterpiece requires. " So true, Robert Cross. And we can feel it in this song.

[@bmisenta]

Lots of guts to bring it all out there - the iconic love story that never made it to the final round. "You're telling me you're not nostalgic, well - give me another word for it. You were so good with words and at keeping things vague." Wow. Moves me every time.

[@benmessaoudnassereddine6906]

Une merveille. Un souvenir inoubliable de son récital qu'elle a offert gracieusement à Alger quand j'étais étudiant en première année en 1977.

[@rebeccahernandez3460]

This is my absolute favorite Joan Baez song. So beautiful.

[@lovewilliams4500]

This song is flawless. Her voice, her lyrics, her guitar. She mostly did covers, but this is some great songwriting by her here.

[@LuisRodriguez-sx7mw]

Amazing

[@tulaespinoza5172]

Como te decia tu decias porque tan triste asi me gusta y ahora te canto a ti i tristeza eres tu al 100por ciento olvide todo porqque tu estas alli

[@pegbainbridge9112]

From a broken heart will do that.

[@stephenkitzeskitzes9970]

A beautiful beautiful song but the line strictly for me we. Both could have died than and there it doesn't top the beauty Of that line and didn't they realize the music lost by there not having children Together

[@Tryg]

I have been in love with Joan Baez since 1967 and she never knew, I was 15 and she was 26. I still love her ❣️ This is the best song she ever did ❤️🌹

[@williamgillis4650]

She will always be beautiful 🥰

[@yrjomatilainen8412]

Joan Baez was the loveliest hippie ❤

[@celestialstarseed111]

This is the way is song should sound, and a voice should sing. Perfect song. Nothing will ever be any better than this.

[@jennipenni1858]

First listened to this song when I was 15 and loved the melody. But now it's making me cry.

[@kthomson1307]

I have loved this song since it came out, and now listening to it 44 years later I am getting goosebumps and tears in my eyes. That's what great music should do.

[@paulineodonnell3163]

it’s a beautiful song that strikes so many chords

[@franciscoquinterosantana5584]

Gracias

[@Johnboy33545]

I don't see many people that can spell Thomson correctly. Lol.

[@kthomson1307]

The ones in Scotland do. We never stop in the middle for a P.

[@Johnboy33545]

@@kthomson1307 The English seem to like "P"ing on things. In the States it's a battle to get it spelled correctly. The best method I found was telling people not to P in my name.

[@robertflint2549]

The arrangement on this song is really outstanding. Adds a lot.

[@jameslee5405]

She is singing from her heart.....true love never dies....god bless ❤

[@mikeclifford2006]

As an aged citizen of the world I have only heard this track for the first time tonight and it (it's musical and lyrical genius) utterly blows me away! Astonishing. Why hasn't she been given the limelight she deserves?

[@louisati1757]

She was. But only commercial success guarantees a certain kind of limelight.

[@linshanhsiang]

"My poetry was lousy you said." Well, she wrote one utterly superb song. And the music, so exquisitely beautiful. And her voice...makes chills go up my spine.

[@johnbismarck3841]

Was lousy doesn't mean doomed to be forever lousy, eh?

[@rob-robi]

Ain't that the truth. I've heard it over 20 times in the last 6 months here and it still warms the heart.

[@deepblueinthedark9856]

Captures Dylan's undoubtedly bitchy character so well.

[@linshanhsiang]

@@deepblueinthedark9856 He was just telling the truth! Ever heard that song of hers with the refrain " love is a pain in the ass"?

[@johnstundis9624]

@@linshanhsiang Still , he could have been more diplomatic , and kind … Like maybe suggesting how to improve the work . Easy solution .

[@thomaswwhitten]

I love when I totally forget about an artist for a period of time. It's like discovering them all over again. What a gorgeous voice and an unbelievable talent.

[@JoeyKnifeInnovations]

Being very old or having listened very old peoples music as a child brought me here.. :) Peace children..

[@SHALAt22]

Devastating poetry for love unfulfilled. Love you Joan Baez!

[@shonabrowne6324]

"Well I'll be damned, here comes your ghost again. But that's not unusual, its just that the moon is full". Great line. And I can relate.

[@jonpack609]

Exquisite lovesong flawlessly sung , absolutely perfect in every way,Dylan should've been totally humbled by this glorious vocal gesture of love....

[@martinrodgers2919]

He has said that he is

[@ray3119]

Wow What a voice never heard here before put a lump in my throat beautiful.

[@grammathia3018]

I love this song. I am crying now. Why do I mourn the loss of this era? I mourn the loss of my youth.

[@creybemcrey]

Grammathia tenho o mesmo sentimento que você

[@chucka5208]

We all grow older, but this song will bring back some of your best memories.

[@stephenland2037]

I also.

[@karinstorer3609]

I think we who where like me just to understand Bob D.as Joan Baez.we started we maybe hoped but still we have for some years hopefully a few good memos.as evil a some are as sad hundreds thousands millions died hope it will be better is THERE EVER yes he was a vagabond she a born Madonna yes as the mother tries to safe the child and her believe gave her this strength to answer him so honest bare her soul this strength and he oh well surmise arrogants and wistfully " ashamed" no way to apologise.him it.KARIN

[@AndyMuellerez2b]

We? :)

[@JoAnnTimoner]

Listened to this song hundreds of times..never gets old.

[@HermanLabuschagne]

This song is masterful in so many ways - and none of them can be described. The accompaniment is simple, yet creates a sense of dramatic expectation that rises and ebbs repeatedly - and through it runs the simple lyrics - the way sunlight dances on the water's surface when the sun is low.

[@gloriajleese8353]

Beautifully Expressed Herman !

[@Channel4029]

This has to be one of the deepest and well thought out songs I know if. Certainly Joans best work. You are taken down the road that it was a long time ago and a distant memory. Then she tells about how detailed she remembers even the little things about him she loved. The bitterness over how she had been coldly used, until the last when the emotions become too much and she admits how much she loved him. Knowing that it is all very true really nails it home.

[@IsmailYusof797]

I`m at loss of words to describe the beauty and the depth of this song......first heard it back in the late 70s and since then it completely change my perspective about life and people......the lyric may look simple but it has brought such a huge influence in my life.......thanks Joan!

[@takemeforever2]

i agree it can't be described, yet you did a great job ! i woudn't said it better.

[@joanbaez68]

Thanks for supporting my music 🎶 I’m so grateful 💝 I would like to honor you by giving you my personal information if that’s ok by you.💓💕

[@NijeLoseABiceiGore]

Wow, listening to this song really takes me back. It's amazing how music can transport us to different moments in our lives. And Joan Baez's voice is just so powerful and emotive. This is music that truly stands the test of time.

[@janparish8055]

I absolutely love this recording and this song, she has such a clear, haunting voice - perfect!

[@intothegarden]

i awoke in the darkness of the country field.. the sweet clear air sang to me with joan's voice . oh so beautiful. she was singing to all of us in bethel new york that night.. 3 am? maybe? closer to dawn? . yes. woodstock was magic. now, at age nearly 72 i still feel that magic. and i feel joan's voice in my heart. thank you . . namaste..

[@joanbaez68]

Thanks for supporting my music 🎶 I’m so grateful 💝 I would like to honor you by giving you my personal information if that’s ok by you.💓💕🔈

[@DontaeRiley]

Your poetry is lousy

[@falcon5467]

From the very moment I first heard the opening notes of this song in 1975 I knew it was something extraordinary. Then the incredibly honest and poetic lyrics from her magnificent vocal chords confirmed in my mind that this was one of the most memorably beautiful and emotionally truthful songs ever recorded.

[@lindalinder6149]

Robert Cross So very well said. 💔

[@music182815]

exactly the same for me... absolutely fascinated by this song since I heard the first notes... a revelation ❤

[@jennalusche]

What a beautiful poet. My dad introduced me on the last road trip we took together. So soulful 💜 I am grateful

[@dr.strangelove7788]

I love the lyrics of this song. She is in shock from hearing from someone she had essentially forgotten and between the usual chit-chat her mind is filled with glimpses of memories. So genuine.

[@larryordine7542]

"here comes your ghost again , but that's not unusual" means she still thinks of him often.

[@8ofwands300]

I don't think she had forgotten about him at all. I hear the song very differently.

[@dr.strangelove7788]

@@8ofwands300 yeah….. you could be right.

[@dennissneed2162]

and that someone is Bob Dylan, of course

[@scoobydisney]

"Forgotten" - never.

[@zivanajadresic8604]

And it makes it even more precious since we know who she is singing about and what emotions he evoked in her fearless soul.

[@margaretsmallallan28]

Joan has the voice of an angel, and sang that song from the depth of her soul. They sure deeply cared for each other, but wanted to see if the grass grew more greener elsewhere, by the time they found out that it didn't, it was all too late.....the magic had gone!

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Margaret, How are you doing?

[@Marco-pz2df]

this song is just soul touching, that voice so sorting so lovely joan baez has always been one of my favorite singer, what do you admire most about her

[@jasonockerjsj]

My mother loved this album. Brings back so many memories. She would crank that up and clean the house. Miss her soooooo much !

[@vickiebailey2679]

it's so hard to imagine that someone couldn't love Joan - beautiful, sweet, kind, talented, and well, just everything!

[@joanbaez68]

Thanks for supporting my music 🎶 I’m so grateful 💝 I would like to honor you by giving you my personal information if that’s ok by you.💓💕🔈🎶

[@vickiebailey2679]

@@joanbaez68 i would love that, Joan

[@joanbaez68]

This is my private number text me

[@L20069]

@@vickiebailey2679 thats a bot dont text them

[@billslater55]

I have known and loved this song since 1975. It always makes me cry . In 1975, when I held the album in my hands and played on my stereo, I trembled because I realized its significance and what Joan Baez was saying. Can't stop crying, Joan Baez. ( sniff )

[@anibalcesarnishizk2205]

William Slater I know it since 2006,though i know other songs featured by her.

[@nealturner680]

Heavy.

[@terryestepp2615]

Wow. I am fairly new to it...but its gifts are rich. Definitely a masterpiece.

[@AlanCole-c8w]

When Joan came out with Diamonds And Rust I knew then how great she was. And all these years she's handled herself so well!

[@teresapaulacostapintodesou6448]

You were in love with him. It's Clear. If he said your poetry was lousy, well, you MADE A LOVELY SONG! CONGRATULATIONS!

[@Emjay1950]

Great song! Sung with such feeling. I am discovering Joan all over again. Her poetry is straight from the heart.

[@tonamiller6850]

Matty Groves

[@bridgetd7390]

Wow, that clarity of voice. Beautiful and timeless, even in 2020!

[@joanbaez68]

Thanks for supporting my music 🎶 I’m so grateful 💝 I would like to honor you by giving you my personal information if that’s ok by you.💓💕🔈

[@winterlight4521]

@@joanbaez68 fake

[@trishalorde4620]

My mother would play this song,a few times a year, relaxing on the porch, not a care in the world. It will always remind me of how much I love her.

[@antigonefakou3690]

I feel that this song brings back a lot of hidden memories... I wouldn't think it was just a careless time on the porch. Keep loving your mom. We are humans and we existed before our kids

[@terencebernard2337]

Good for you.

[@Mrm_Mario]

JayMayLee Greek Check out Mary Lou by the Creative Force, amazing

[@chomskycavus8684]

😪😪

[@drayson77]

Bless you.

[@ML-tm1wn]

Once per generation someone will come up with something that will blow your mind. This song is a proof of that.

[@jazchappell4804]

This song opens small breaks in my heart.

[@AndyGalvan-of1wl]

Hi Jaz💐💐

[@avelinaosborne32]

Better have someone take a look at that.

[@robertwallis7397]

Dear God, how lucky were we between the ages of 60 to 70 to be apart of the best music EVER.

[@rickdaystar477]

I agree, I'm part of that era and you could listen to the radio all day and never hear a lousy song. So much creativity and passion in the music. I had this album and virtually wore it out. I saw a video on KZbin that someone put up of her singing at an outside concert in 2017 and her voice has not changed. She's just as vibrant as she ever was.

[@michaelrickard9890]

Absolutely, we were aware of the unique beauty of it all living through it as we are still today in our aches and pains.

[@rickdaystar477]

@@michaelrickard9890 Going back to that music provides refuge and comfort in our years now, having memories tied to that era and grateful we had it all back then.

[@RobScuremusic]

I totally agree. We grew up with the best music ever made.

[@colincochrane4108]

I agree

[@tvgerbil1984]

It is pure poetry by Joan Baez and it is not lousy at all.

[@rainmaze9185]

Almost 30 now, I grew up with this song... Momma thank you for giving me a good taste in music! ♡

[@jaciejay1415]

this song brings me right back to my high school and college love. I bought him cufflinks, he did tell me my poetry was lousy, he had bright blue eyes and Sandy brown hair. he went away to the midwest to get his masters degree and would call me from a phone booth. he was always vague and very very intelligent. And he always came back around to keep other guys from getting too involved with me. he really was a true love. when i hear this song it brings up all those old feelings. funny how music can transport you back in time with the feelings. . .

[@edmundmcgrath213]

You were hoodwinked.

[@tricia7171]

Joan was my mom's favorite artist and and my mom is in ICU. I don't think she's gonna make it and I keep playing this over and over. I play it for my mom I hope she hears it. Update: My mom passed on Wednesday October the 2nd 2019. Her name was Joan.😔 Update: Today marks one year since her death. Life feels like it's over when you lose your mom.

[@valeriequinn439]

Hang in there Tricia's mom 😘

[@alansaunders7140]

She hears it - and it gives her peace.

[@tricia7171]

@@valeriequinn439 thank you so much

[@sharonrebibo6015]

The music will re-awaken memories of better times and hopefully reinvigorate your mum, calling her to health and rejuvenation. I send you positive reinforcement and a fistful of charms to make your darling mum better.xxxx

[@judepower4425]

It would be wonderful if you could play it to her while she's in ICU