CLEAN : Dylans Nobel prize is no surprise says expert

The transcript discusses the extraordinary literary achievements of Bob Dylan, highlighting his unique ability to meld words and music into a sophisticated art form. It emphasizes Dylan's Nobel Prize win and compares his work to other great songwriters, noting his unparalleled impact and mass audience reach. The discussion underscores Dylan's exceptional contribution to literature, setting him apart from contemporaries like The Beatles.

What aspect of Bob Dylan's work is highlighted as contributing to his Nobel Prize win?

• His influence on fashion

• His collaborations with other artists

• His elevation of the lyric form

• His ability to play multiple instruments

How does the speaker describe the relationship between words and music in Dylan's art?

• They are separate entities

• Words are more important than music

• They are inseparable and form a legitimate literary form

• Music is more important than words

Which poet is Bob Dylan compared to in terms of reaching a mass audience?

• Emily Dickinson

• TS Eliot

• Robert Frost

• Walt Whitman

What does the speaker suggest about the likelihood of other singer-songwriters winning a Nobel Prize?

• It is very likely

• It is unlikely

• It will happen frequently

• It is impossible

How does Dylan's literary work compare to that of The Beatles according to the speaker?

• It is on the same level

• It is not comparable

• It is less extensive

• It surpasses theirs