After the 1950s, in which pop music had been dominated by the likes of Elvis Presley and Buddy Holly, Dylan was a free spirit who drew on literary influences to convey the political mood of the time. And he delved into his inner self to summon songs that set the blueprint for the confessional singer.

Dylan’s music is diverse and the subject matter often ranges from social to political issues. His music changed how his fellow artists thought and created music in the 1960s. Today, however, he continues to inspire thousands of upcoming artists to bring poetic lyrics to a popular song, which is the single most characteristic of a musical genius.

While music is his main asset, Bob Dylan also has a fascinating personality and temperament. He seems to fit exactly into that archetype of the solitary wise poet, disappearing for a while and reappearing at the right moment in order to spill some of his wisdom. He is also, by every meaning of the word, hardheaded.