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 ... See more [+] ice of a generation and his desire to pursue his own artistic path.
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