When You Gonna Wake Up - Bob Dylan
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When You Gonna Wake Up by Bob Dylan is a song that confronts societal issues and personal spirituality. It is part of his album "Slow Train Coming," released in 1979. This course will explore the song's context, lyrics, and impact.
Background
- Bob Dylan: An overview of the artist's life and career.
- Slow Train Coming: Insight into the album that features "When You Gonna Wake Up."
- 1970s Music Scene: Understanding the musical landscape during the time of the song's release.
Analysis of the Song
- Lyrics Analysis: Deep dive into the lyrics of "When You Gonna Wake Up."
- Musical Composition: Exploring the musical elements of the song.
- Cultural and Social Relevance: The song's place in society and its impact on listeners.
Reception and Legacy
- Critical Reception: How the song was received by critics and fans.
- Influence on Music and Culture: The song's influence on subsequent music and its cultural significance.
Interactive Tasks
Quiz: Questions on the song
What album is "When You Gonna Wake Up" featured on? (Slow Train Coming) (!Blonde on Blonde) (!Blood on the Tracks) (!Highway 61 Revisited)
What is the primary theme of "When You Gonna Wake Up"? (Societal issues and personal spirituality) (!Love and relationships) (!Travel and adventure) (!Political protest)
In what year was "When You Gonna Wake Up" released? (1979) (!1983) (!1975) (!1969)
Who produced the album "Slow Train Coming"? (Jerry Wexler and Barry Beckett) (!George Martin) (!Bob Johnston) (!Daniel Lanois)
Which instrument is prominently featured in "When You Gonna Wake Up"? (Guitar) (!Piano) (!Harmonica) (!Violin)
Quiz: Questions on the Performer
What is Bob Dylan's real name? (Robert Allen Zimmerman) (!Robert James Smith) (!James Douglas Morrison) (!David Robert Jones)
Which of the following genres is Bob Dylan NOT typically associated with? (Heavy metal) (!Folk) (!Rock) (!Country)
In which year did Bob Dylan receive the Nobel Prize in Literature? (2016) (!2012) (!2010) (!2000)
Which famous songwriting award did Bob Dylan win for "Things Have Changed" in 2001? (Academy Award for Best Original Song) (!Grammy Award for Song of the Year) (!Pulitzer Prize for Music) (!Tony Award for Best Original Score)
What was the title of Bob Dylan's debut album? (Bob Dylan) (!The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan) (!Another Side of Bob Dylan) (!Bringing It All Back Home)
Quiz: Questions on the lyrics
Which of the following lines is from "When You Gonna Wake Up"? ("You got innocent men in jail, your insane asylums are filled") (!"The times they are a-changin'") (!"How many roads must a man walk down") (!"Lay, lady, lay")
The song's lyrics mention "counterfeit philosophies." What does this refer to? (False beliefs and misleading ideologies) (!The state of modern education) (!The duplicity in political systems) (!The commercialization of art)
"When You Gonna Wake Up" contains references to which religion? (Christianity) (!Buddhism) (!Islam) (!Hinduism)
Which of the following themes is NOT directly addressed in "When You Gonna Wake Up"? (Romantic love) (!Spiritual awakening) (!Social injustice) (!Moral decay)
The song includes the line "Satan got you by the heel." What is this a metaphor for? (Being under the influence of evil or misguided forces) (!Physical struggle and hardship) (!A journey through difficult terrain) (!The pursuit of fame and fortune)
Memory
| Slow Train Coming | Album featuring "When You Gonna Wake Up" |
| 1979 | Year of song release |
| Bob Dylan | Song's performer |
| Guitar | Prominent instrument in the song |
| Personal spirituality | Central theme of the song |
Open Tasks
Easy
- Research Bob Dylan's Early Career: Explore the beginnings of Bob Dylan's music career and how it evolved over time.
- Create a Playlist: Curate a playlist of songs from the 1970s that reflect similar themes as "When You Gonna Wake Up."
Standard
- Write a Song Review: Compose a review of "When You Gonna Wake Up," focusing on its lyrics, melody, and overall impact.
- Explore 1970s Music Scene: Investigate other artists and songs from the 1970s that dealt with societal issues.
Difficult
- Analyze Dylan's Nobel Lecture: Examine Bob Dylan's Nobel Prize in Literature lecture for insights into his songwriting.
- Debate on Music and Activism: Host a debate on the role of music in activism, using "When You Gonna Wake Up" as a case study.
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Oral Exam
- Discuss the Evolution of Bob Dylan's Music: Examine how Bob Dylan's music style and themes have evolved over his career.
- Impact of "When You Gonna Wake Up" on Modern Music: Explore how the song influenced contemporary artists and genres.
- Analysis of Religious Imagery in Dylan's Lyrics: Discuss the use of religious imagery in Bob Dylan's songs, particularly in "When You Gonna Wake Up."
- Compare and Contrast Dylan's Political Songs: Analyze how "When You Gonna Wake Up" compares to other politically charged songs by Bob Dylan.
- The Role of Music in Social Change: Discuss the impact of music, like "When You Gonna Wake Up," on social and cultural change.
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