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The Endless Journey of “Blowin’ in the Wind”

In celebration of Black History Month, we’re tracing the origins of Bob Dylan’s reverent and timeless Civil Rights anthem “Blowin’ in the Wind”

In celebration of Black History Month, we’re tracing the origins of Bob Dylan’s reverent and timeless Civil Rights anthem “Blowin’ in the Wind,” from the tune that likely inspired it to the song’s initial release, through the musical reciprocity it inspired among other recording artists and far beyond.

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