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Bob Dylan wins Pulitzer Prize for his impact on popular music

Comments   1   April 8, 2008 at 2:57pm  |  By Muckety

Bob Dylan, the 66 year-old folk singer who was booed offstage for playing his electric guitar at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival, has won a special citation from the Pulitzer Board citing “his profound impact on popular music and American culture, marked by lyrical compositions of extraordinary poetic power.”

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Dylan, who was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988, is the winner of numerous Grammy awards, including a lifetime achievement award. Dylan also won the 2000 Academy Award and Golden Globe award for best original song for Things Have Changed from the film Wonder Boys.

Congratulations Mr. Dylan.

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1 Comments

  • #1.   shelly pruss 05.12.2008

    The greatest living poet has finally been recognized for his brillance. From his very first songs to his newest each is a reason to celebrate. Thank you for finally honoring a truly great poet and spokesmen for so many generations.

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