Bob Dylan & Robert Frostt : Legends of Lyrics (ThAct)

 

Greetings!! Everyone This blog is a part of  thinking activity given by Vaidehi Haiyani Ma'am.

Based on Bob Dylan and Robert Frost.

For biographical information of Bob Dylan CLICK HERE

For biographical information of Robert Frost CLICK HERE 

# Let's discuss some important questions regarding the thinking task,...

1.) Which is your favorite Poet/Lyricist? Why?

2.) Share some lines from the Bob Dylan songs that you feel are relatable to you. Also, write the themes visible in those lines.

3.) Share some lines from the Robert Frost poems that you feel are relatable to you. Also, write the themes visible in those lines.

4.) Post the picture clicked during the activity and share some lines of any songs from Movies, Poems, or any type of music you feel is relatable to the theme of songs by Bob Dylan and poems by Robert Frost. 

1. Which is your favorite Poet/Lyricist? Why?

My favourite Lyricists are Amitabh Bhattacharya & Anand Bakshi.

I like Amitabh Bhattacharya as a lyrists because his most of the songs are so heart touching and there is some different and interesting meanings of each word and one can enjoy the song and understand the lyrics very easily.

There is 2 songs of Amitabh Bhattacharya which I like the most,...

1. Abhi Mujh Mein Kahin 

अभी मुझमें कहीं..
बाकी थोड़ी सी है जिन्दगी..
जगी.. धड़कन नई..
जाना ज़िन्दा हूं मैं तो अभी..
कुछ ऐसी लगन, इस लम्हे में है
ये लम्हा कहाँ था मेरा
अब है सामने, इसे छुलूँ ज़रा
मर जाऊं या, जीलूँ ज़रा..
खुशियाँ चूम लूं, या रो लूं ज़रा

मर जाऊं या, जीलूँ ज़रा 

हो..ओ..
अभी मुझमें कहीं..
बाकी थोड़ी सी है जिन्दगी..

हो..ओ..
धूप में जलते हुए तन को,
छाया पेड़ की मिल गयी
रूठे बच्चे की हंसी जैसे,
फुसलाने से फिर खिल गयी..
कुछ ऐसा ही महसुस दिल को हो रहा
बरसों के पुराने ज़ख्मों पे मरहम लगा सा है
कुछ यैसा रहेम इस लम्हे में है
ये लम्हा कहाँ था मेरा..

अब है सामने,
इसे छुलूँ ज़रा
मर जाऊं, या जीलूँ ज़रा
खुशियाँ चूम लूं,
या रो लूं ज़रा
खुशियाँ चूम लूं,
या रोलूं ज़रा
मर जाऊं, या जीलूँ ज़रा

डोर से टूटी पतंग जैसी.. थी ये, ज़िन्दगी मेरी
आज हो कल मेरा ना हो
हर दिन थी कहानी मेरी..
एक बंधन नया पीछे से अब मुझको बुलाये
आने वाले कल की क्यूँ फ़िकर मुझको सता जाये
इक ऐसी चुभन इस लम्हें में है,
ये लम्हा कहाँ था मेरा…

अब है सामने, इसे छुलूँ ज़रा
मर जाऊं या जीलूँ ज़रा
खुशियाँ चूम लूं
या रोलूं ज़रा
मर जाऊं या जीलूँ ज़रा..

                      

                          2. Channa Mereya

[अच्छा चलता हूँ
दुआओं में याद रखना
मेरे ज़िक्र का जुबां पे स्वाद रखना] 
दिल के संदूकों में
मेरे अच्छे काम रखना
चिट्ठी तारों में भी
मेरा तू सलाम रखना

अँधेरा तेरा मैंने ले लिया
मेरा उजला सितारा तेरे नाम किया

[चन्ना मेरेया मेरेया
चन्ना मेरेया मेरेया
चन्ना मेरेया मेरेया बलिया
ओ पिया..] 

मम्म.. महफ़िल में तेरी
हम ना रहे जो
ग़म तो नहीं है
ग़म तो नहीं है
किस्से हमारी नजदीकियों के
कम तो नहीं है
कम तो नहीं है

कितनी दफा सुबह को मेरी
तेरे आँगन में बैठे
मैंने शाम किया

[चन्ना मेरेया मेरेया
चन्ना मेरेया मेरेया
चन्ना मेरेया मेरेया बलिया
ओ पिया..] 

तेरे रुख से अपना रास्ता
मोड़ के चला..
चन्दन हूँ मैं
अपनी खुशबू छोड़ के चला..

मन की माया रख के
तेरे तकिये तले
बैरागी बैरागी का सूती चौला
ओढ़ के चला

चन्ना मेरेया मेरेया
चन्ना मेरेया मेरेया
चन्ना मेरेया मेरेया बलिया
ओ पिया..

2. Share some lines from the Bob Dylan songs that you feel are relatable to you. Also, write the themes visible in those lines.

> I would like to share these lines from Bob Dylan's song ; Blowin' in the wind

The answer, my friend, is blowin' in the wind

The answer is blowin' in the wind

Yes, and how many years must a mountain exist

Before it is washed to the sea?

And how many years can some people exist

Before they're allowed to be free?

Yes, and how many times can a man turn his head

And pretend that he just doesn't see?

Bob Dylan's song "Blowin' in the Wind" contains powerful and thought-provoking imagery that speaks to universal themes such as social justice, freedom, and the search for meaning. Let's break down the interpretation of the lines you've provided: 1. "The answer, my friend, is blowin' in the wind The answer is blowin' in the wind" These lines suggest that the answers to the questions posed in the following verses are not easily found or fixed. Instead, they are elusive and intangible, much like the wind. The repetition emphasizes the idea that the solutions to life's problems may be all around us, but they are often overlooked or ignored. 2. "Yes, and how many years must a mountain exist Before it is washed to the sea?" This line contemplates the passage of time and the inevitability of change. Mountains, often seen as enduring symbols of strength and stability, are gradually eroded and reshaped by natural forces. This imagery may symbolize the struggle for justice and equality, suggesting that even seemingly immovable barriers can be overcome with time and persistence. 3. "And how many years can some people exist Before they're allowed to be free?" Here, Dylan questions the persistence of oppression and the denial of basic human rights. He challenges societal norms that restrict certain groups from experiencing freedom and equality. This line highlights the ongoing struggle for civil rights and social justice, urging listeners to confront the injustices faced by marginalized communities. 4. "Yes, and how many times can a man turn his head And pretend that he just doesn't see?" These lines address the issue of apathy and indifference in the face of injustice. Dylan criticizes those who turn a blind eye to the suffering of others, suggesting that willful ignorance perpetuates social inequality and oppression. The repetition of "how many times" underscores the urgency of acknowledging and confronting systemic injustices. Overall, the themes visible in these lines include the search for truth and meaning, the struggle for justice and equality, the passage of time and change, and the importance of confronting indifference and apathy. Dylan's poignant lyrics continue to resonate with audiences, inspiring reflection and action on pressing social issues.

3. Share some lines from the Robert Frost poems that you feel are relatable to you. Also, write the themes visible in those lines.

> I would like to share these lines from Robert Frost's Poem Fire and Ice

Robert Frost's poem "Fire and Ice" is a succinct exploration of two potent human emotions—desire and hate—and their potential for bringing about destruction. Let's interpret these lines:

"Some say the world will end in fire,

Some say in ice.

From what I’ve tasted of desire

I hold with those who favor fire."

Here, Frost presents two contrasting views on how the world might end, symbolized by fire and ice. Fire represents desire, passion, and possibly the intense, consuming nature of human emotions. The speaker aligns with those who believe in the fiery end, perhaps indicating that they see desire as a more powerful force for destruction.

"But if it had to perish twice,

I think I know enough of hate

To say that for destruction ice

Is also great

And would suffice."

In these lines, Frost considers the possibility of the world ending twice, implying a sense of inevitability in its destruction. The speaker then suggests that if the world were to end again, they have experienced enough of hate to understand that ice, representing coldness, indifference, or hatred, could also lead to destruction. The use of "suffice" suggests that either fire or ice would be adequate to bring about the world's end.

# Themes visible in these lines include:-

1. Destruction:- The overarching theme is the potential for destruction inherent in powerful human emotions, specifically desire and hate. Frost presents these as elemental forces that could lead to the downfall of the world.

2. Contrast:- Frost contrasts fire and ice, using them symbolically to represent passion and indifference or hatred. This stark contrast emphasizes the different ways in which destruction can manifest.

3. Human Nature:- The poem reflects on fundamental aspects of human nature—our capacity for desire and hate—and suggests that these traits have the potential to cause significant harm on a global scale.

4. Inevitability:- There's a sense of inevitability in the poem, suggesting that regardless of whether the world ends in fire or ice, destruction is ultimately unavoidable.

Overall, "Fire and Ice" is a thought-provoking exploration of human emotions and their potential consequences, framed within the context of the world's end.

4.  Post the picture clicked during the activity and share some lines of any songs from Movies, Poems, or any type of music you feel is relatable to the theme of songs by Bob Dylan and poems by Robert Frost. 

In the activity named "Character and Lyrics" I was become Ananya Chakraborty from 2 states movie. I had choose the song Iski Uski from the movie.

(आं आं आं होर होर वधिया)

पंजाब दा पुत्तर, है पिंड जलन्धर
यार वई-वई कुडीयानु किल करदा
किंग टाइप दा, है तंग लाइफ दा
यार वई-वई खेता विच चिल करदा
डू इट माई वे, नहीं ते हाईवे
इनको फर्क यारों की पैदां

इसकी उसकी कौन किसकी
यारां दा इमान व्हिस्की
उसपे चिकन हो तो होर वधिया
प्रीटी-प्रीटी फेस जित्ठे जट्टा ऑलवेज उत्थे
मामला डन हो तो होर वधिया

(आं आं आं होर होर वधिया)

होर होर वधिया
आं आं आं होर होर वधिया

पंजाबी तितली ना पटे इजीली
यार वई-वई ऊँगली पे नाचौन्दी ऐ
पॉइंट ब्लांक टे एन्कोउनेर करदी
यार वई-वई जब लक्क मटकंदी ऐ
लेफ्ट ते डिंकी, राईट ते पिंकी
कुडियां दी फैशन परेड लग गयी

इसकी उसकी कौन किसकी
यारां दा इमान व्हिस्की
उसपे चिकन हो तो होर वधिया
प्रीटी-प्रीटी फेस जित्ठे जट्टा ऑलवेज उत्थे
मामला डन हो तो होर वधिया

(आं आं आं होर होर वधिया)

हाँ धुती पंजाबी तेरी..
यूं ना बजा मुंडेया
वादों में वज़न कितना तेरे
पहले बता मुंडिया हाँ..
वादों में वज़न कितना तेरे
पहले बता मुंडिया

हो.. हो…ओ..

जट्टा दा कमिटमेंट ,लीगल डॉक्यूमेंट
स्टाम्प मार के पेपर विच विल करदा ओये..
किंग टाइप दा, है तंग लाइफ दा
यार वई-वई खेतां विच चिल करदा
डू इट माइ वे, नहीं ते हाईवे
इनको फर्क यारों की पेंदा

इसकी उसकी कौन किसकी
यारां दा इमान व्हिस्की
उसपे चिकन हो तो होर वधिया
प्रीटी-प्रीटी फेस जित्ठे जट्टा ऑलवेज उत्थे
मामला डन हो तो होर वधिया

हो.. उसपे चिकन हो तो होर वधिया
तो होर वधीया
मामला डन हो तो होर वधिया
तो होर वधीया
आं आं आं…

These are some Bollywood songs which are related to the theme of songs by Bob Dylan and poems by Robert Frost:-

1."Kabira" from the movie Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani:- This song, with its profound lyrics and soulful melody, delves into themes of introspection, self-discovery, and the journey of life, resonating with the reflective spirit often found in the works of Dylan and Frost.

2. "Ik Mod" from the movie Tamasha:- This song explores the idea of embracing change and navigating life's uncertainties, much like the themes explored in the poetry of Robert Frost, who often depicted the paths less traveled and the choices we make in life.

3."Zindagi Kaisi Hai Paheli"from the movie Anand:- This classic song reflects on the complexities of life and the various challenges one encounters, echoing the deep contemplation and philosophical musings found in both Dylan's lyrics and Frost's poetry.

4. "Ae Ajnabi"from the movie Dil Se:- This song beautifully captures the sense of mystery and longing, evoking a feeling of introspection and nostalgia akin to the themes present in the works of both Dylan and Frost.

5. "Kahin Door Jab Din Dhal Jaye" from the movie Anand:- This poignant song reflects on the passage of time, the fleeting nature of life, and the bittersweet moments of reminiscence, reminiscent of the reflective tone often found in the poetry of Robert Frost.

These songs encapsulate the essence of introspection, self-discovery, and the human experience, much like the timeless works of Bob Dylan and Robert Frost.

Thank you for Reading..

Happy learning...exploring...

# References:-

Kooper, Al, and Daniel Kugler. “Bob Dylan | Biography, Songs, Albums, & Facts.” Britannica, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Bob-Dylan-American-musician. Accessed 22 March 2024.

Frost, Robert, and Kathy Fagan. “Fire and Ice by Robert Frost.” Poetry Foundation, https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/44263/fire-and-ice. Accessed 22 March 2024.

Gerber, Philip L. “Robert Frost | Biography, Childhood, Poems, Awards, & Facts.” Britannica, 5 March 2024, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Robert-Frost. Accessed 22 March 2024.

Dylan, Bob. “Blowin' in the Wind | The Official Bob Dylan Site.” Bob Dylan, https://www.bobdylan.com/songs/blowin-wind/. Accessed 22 March 2024.