Lyrical Review of Bob Dylan's "One Too Many Mornings" (1964)

Review and appreciation of Bob Dylan's 1964 song "One Too Many Mornings" from his "The Times They Are A-Changin'" album.

[@anoccasionaldream]

One of my favourite songs as well, thank you for reminding 🙏

[@jimquinn5316]

Hi Jeff another great lyrical appreciation of a sentimental song with wonderful words from Bob . Cheers

[@CalicoSilver]

Wasn't a whole lot to say about this one, Jim, but I just wanted to express my appreciation and thoughts about this fine song. Sometimes it is nice to not have to tackle something like Desolation Row each time! Hahaha. Thanks! Jeff

[@kevinbradley7606]

Great Review on a fantastic song that Bob used to sing in so many different guises.

[@CalicoSilver]

Thanks!

[@johnsmusicpassions9740]

i love your lyric reviews particularly dylan as he is an artist that i have neglected by labelling him that folk guy back in late sixties - i'll now go and listen to this - thanks jeff

[@electricfence61]

Once again, thank you Jeff, wonderful insights as always 👏👏

[@CalicoSilver]

I am so special and wonderful, Mick, that I am almost embarrassed by it! Hahaha! Thanks, my friend. Jeff

[@electricfence61]

@@CalicoSilver The gratitude is all mine/ ours Jeff.. I'm going to Mr. Dylan next week!

[@CalicoSilver]

@@electricfence61 GREAT!! I hope you enjoy it, Mick. I hope to see him again soon.

[@coopercullen2421]

One of my favorite Dylan songs, and I really enjoyed your review. There’s a version from 1965 on the Live 1962-1966 - Rare Performances album; a very nice performance. Keep up the good work.

[@CalicoSilver]

Wow, you are right, Cooper!! I even have that CD but forgot about that 1965 performance. I was going by bobdylan.com's song performance date data. Thanks again for your kind words! Jeff

[@johnsmusicpassions9740]

your comment on relationships ending really touched a few spots that still haunt me - thanks for the empathy

[@CalicoSilver]

We've all been there, haven't we, John?

[@harryzlotzlottos5715]

Good to hear from you Jeff…..237 times, wow…..thanks for the info mate !

[@CalicoSilver]

I like to wax lyrical about lyrics on wax......jeez, that was bad....sorry about that.....

[@vincewas8538]

Great thoughts on the lyrics! I am brazilian so its kinda hard to get 100% of the lyrics, especially when its an older song with older expressions. Loved your video :)

[@CalicoSilver]

Thanks Vince!!

[@evansclan4eva49]

A great song Jeff. The ‘from the crossroads of my doorstep’ stanza always reminds me of The Road Not Taken. It’s heavy with themes of choice, courage and regret. ‘But I turned my eyes back to the room where my love and I have laid’ reminds me of ‘Ah, but I saved the first for another day, yet knowing how way leads on to way…’ A lovely song that packs so much into its three verses. You can definitely hear influences.

[@CalicoSilver]

Great comment! Very interesting insight, thanks. I'd not considered the Frost poem here, but I will certainly think about it. Yes this is a lovely and simple song but with so much packed into its verses, I agree. And yes, Dylan's songs always remind me of other poets....influences for sure. Thanks!

[@ilaizaidel6666]

My favorite version of the song is from the hard rain tour. I love the way he changed the melody from the original. So much more beautiful and powerful singing.

[@CalicoSilver]

I agree 100%. It is a stunningly powerful performance of this song. Thanks! Jeff

[@quaid667]

I love the Hard Rain live recording.

[@CalicoSilver]

So do I! At one point back in the day, I considered it perhaps my favorite Dylan album of all time, in fact. I actually like it much better than the 1975 Rolling Thunder performances.

[@quaid667]

@@CalicoSilver I remember having a lot of his albums on CD in the mid 90's and the Hard Rain album was somehow not in my collection. But i remember seeing on VH1 Maggie's Farm live and loved it but little did i know it was on that album. Now it's the only Dylan album i have on vinyl. Brilliant album. I can't believe it passed me by. But thankfully, like you said, his work is always available.

[@maggiebryan2355]

Love the song always like listening to your takes you should love his new book

[@CalicoSilver]

I should be receiving the book on Tuesday. Looking forward to it!

[@gavinbutler5219]

Wonderful song, there is a lack of bitterness and recrimination in the words and feeling of the song which makes it very appealing.

[@CalicoSilver]

I agree 100%, Gavin. Thanks! Jeff

[@MDNPLAYERS]

"You're right from your side And I'm right from mine We're both just one too many mornings An' a thousand miles behind" I interpret this part a little differently. Something like: You are right on your side, as am I, but in the end we are still a long time and a long way from the truth or the go. Player=Doctor

[@CalicoSilver]

Ain't THAT the truth! If only all of us would be humble enough to realize that truth.....in the end we are still a long time and a long way from the truth. Indeed. Thanks!

[@alexandervaneijken7741]

Point of no return Sorry Jeff did not hear you mention this the first time. Thing is I wrote my little comment before listening to your version.

[@CalicoSilver]

I figured that was the case, Alexander. Haha! Great minds think alike! ;-)

[@alexandervaneijken7741]

Hello Jeff, first of all I hope you and your spouse are doing well. Please introduce her in the future Now about the lyrics : I think there is a good case to be made for two valid interpretations. (so interpretations of the ENTIRE lyrics not just a few snippets) For clarification the best was to approach is to unerstand the last two lines of the three stanzas In plain English: I,we, have passed the point of no return. Seeing this notion the rest of the text falls nicely into place. We see the ending a A relationship be it a love affair (one on one) or saying farewell to either the folkies community or the A.J. Weberman (the DOGS bark) clan/posse The final stanza ,in my view) throws some light on the latter . Look,Dylan is saying, your notion of athing is as good as mine. The second stanza leans toward a personal(one on one) relationship. The ending of a love relationship. Where my love and I have laid. The First stanza introduces us to the STATE of MIND after the ending a intense relationship. and the silent night will shatter from the sounds inside my mind ---------- Jeff, do you know the work of the musician Bill Callahan? Think this is a first rate artist Perhaps a discovery for you? Have a nice day!

[@CalicoSilver]

Thanks, Alexander. No, I do not know of Bill Callahan - I will have to check him out. Cheers! Jeff

[@alexandervaneijken7741]

@@CalicoSilver I know it is often a bit boring when people who are enthusiastic about an artist start te behave as missionaries, Think in this case you might be impressed. (May well be that you find the artist completely crapola(to steal a favourite classification from you. I warn you though i shall be enormously offended when you inform me thus. I have a very fragile Ego (it is very very B ig though) hahahaha

[@CalicoSilver]

@@alexandervaneijken7741 I've not been immune to recoiling somewhat at someone's suggestion that a favorite artist is crapola, haha! But over time that recoil response has transitioned considerably to amusement.....I actually enjjoy hearing others make fun of my interests! Does that mean that I've finally matured at the age of 61? Probably not much.....haha!