Lyrics of
It Aint Me Babe

It Aint Me Babe is one of Bob Dylans most famous songs, written in 1964. It is often interpreted as Dylans declaration of personal independence, denying to be the bearer of someone elses expectations and demands. The song was written during a transitional period in Dylans life and career, as he was beginning to move away from the protest folk scene to explore other musical styles. The song reflects his conflicted feelings about his role as the vo ... ice of a generation and his desire to pursue his own artistic path. See more [+]

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Go 'way from my window leave at your own chosen speed
I'm not the one you want, Babe, I'm not the one you need
You say you're looking for someone who's never weak but always strong
To protect you and defend you whether you are right or wrong
Someone to open each and every door

But it ain't me, Babe
No, no, no, it ain't me, Babe
It ain't me you're looking for, Babe

Go lightly from the ledge, Babe, go lightly on the ground
I'm not the one you want, Babe, I will only let you down
You say you're looking for someone who will promise never to part
Someone to close his eyes for you, someone to close his heart
Someone who will die for you and more

But it ain't me, Babe
No, no, no, it ain't me, Babe
It ain't me you're looking for, Babe

Go melt back in the night, everything inside is made of stone
There's nothing in here moving and anyway I'm not alone
You say you're looking for someone
Who'll pick you up each time you fall
To gather flowers constantly
and to come each time you call
A lover for your life and nothing more

But it ain't me, Babe
No, no, no, it ain't me, Babe
It ain't me you're looking for, Babe