About the song
Bob Dylan, a name synonymous with profound lyrical artistry and timeless musical exploration, presents a remarkable piece with his song “Things Have Changed.” Released in 2000 as part of the soundtrack for the film “Wonder Boys,” this track is a testament to Dylan’s enduring ability to capture the complexities of contemporary life with poignant clarity.
“Things Have Changed” emerges from Dylan’s rich reservoir of wisdom and experience, reflecting on the shifting landscapes of both the personal and societal realms. The song’s lyrics, delivered with Dylan’s distinctive voice—a voice that has resonated through the decades—paint a vivid picture of a world in flux. It is a narrative of change, introspection, and a certain resigned acceptance of the way things evolve, often beyond our control.
The musical arrangement of the song complements its lyrical depth with a blend of folk-rock elements and a steady, contemplative rhythm. Dylan’s guitar work, paired with the rich, textured sound of his band, creates an atmosphere that is both reflective and engaging. The song’s mood is both melancholic and empowering, capturing the essence of a man who has witnessed and adapted to the many shifts in his lifetime.
For many, “Things Have Changed” is not just a song but a philosophical musing on the nature of change and the inevitability of transformation. It speaks to those who have lived through their own periods of upheaval and transition, making it a resonant piece for anyone who has ever pondered the way things shift over time.
In essence, Bob Dylan’s “Things Have Changed” serves as a poignant reminder of the passage of time and the perpetual nature of change, delivered through the masterful artistry of one of music’s most enduring icons.
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Lyrics
A worried man with a worried mind
No one in front of me and nothing behind
There’s a woman on my lap and she’s drinking champagne
Got white skin, got assassin’s eyes
I’m looking up into the sapphire tinted skies
I’m well dressed, waiting on the last train
Standing on the gallows with my head in a noose
Any minute now I’m expecting all hell to break loose
People are crazy and times are strange
I’m locked in tight, I’m out of range
I used to care, but things have changed
This place ain’t doing me any good
I’m in the wrong town, I should be in Hollywood
Just for a second there I thought I saw something move
Gonna take dancing lessons do the jitterbug rag
Ain’t no shortcuts, gonna dress in drag
Only a fool in here would think he’s got anything to prove
Lotta water under the bridge, lotta other stuff too
Don’t get up gentlemen, I’m only passing through
People are crazy and times are strange
I’m locked in tight, I’m out of range
I used to care, but things have changed
I’ve been walking forty miles of bad road
If the bible is right, the world will explode
I’ve been trying to get as far away from myself as I can
Some things are too hot to touch
The human mind can only stand so much
You can’t win with a losing hand
Feel like falling in love with the first woman I meet
Putting her in a wheel barrow and wheeling her down the street
People are crazy and times are strange
I’m locked in tight, I’m out of range
I used to care, but things have changed
I hurt easy, I just don’t show it
You can hurt someone and not even know it
The next sixty seconds could be like an eternity
Gonna get lowdown, gonna fly high
All the truth in the world adds up to one big lie
I’m love with a woman who don’t even appeal to me
Mr. Jinx and Miss Lucy, they jumped in the lake
I’m not that eager to make a mistake
People are crazy and times are strange
I’m locked in tight, I’m out of range
I used to care, but things have changed