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Greatest Bob Dylan Songs of All Time
Like a Rolling Stone or A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall

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LIKE A ROLLING STONE

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A HARD RAIN'S A-GONNA FALL
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Why This Battle Matters

Ever wondered which Bob Dylan song truly captures the essence of change? Today, 'A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall' and 'Like a Rolling Stone' stand at a crossroads, embodying a clash of philosophies between apocalyptic warnings and the liberation of self-reinvention. Each track not only shaped an era but continues to influence music and culture. As these titans tussle, the stakes couldn't be higher: cultural supremacy and the right to be called Dylan's defining anthem. Which value resonates more with you— the forewarning of rain or the freedom of the rolling stone?

🔥 Fan Takes

Rolling Stone? More like rolling in wins lol, it's the GOAT, no cap.
Honestly, 'A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall' is just... it’s haunting, man. Still gets me.
like a rolling stone obvs has bigger vibes, who even skips it?

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer Like a Rolling Stone over A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall when it comes to the greatest Bob Dylan Songs of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Like a Rolling Stone 60.0% of the time over A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall.

Across all battles:

Like a Rolling Stone win rate: 61.3%

A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall win rate: 31.5%

Fan FAQs

Why is this matchup so close?

Both 'A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall' and 'Like a Rolling Stone' showcase Dylan’s songwriting at its best, drawing different camps of fans who are passionate about what each song stands for. This matchup is a real tug at the heartstrings, reflecting a split in preference for Dylan's poetic depth versus his rock 'n' roll edge.

What makes 'Like a Rolling Stone' resonate so much with fans?

‘Like a Rolling Stone’ strikes a chord for its revolutionary sound and biting lyrics. The song’s boldness, which marked a shift in rock music, really endears it to fans who admire Dylan’s knack for reshaping musical landscapes.

Why is the battle between 'A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall' and 'Like a Rolling Stone' so intense?

It's all about the emotional punch these songs pack. 'A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall' with its poetic prophecy versus 'Like a Rolling Stone' with raw, rebellious vibes. Fans of Dylan's work are deeply split because each song represents a different side of his musical genius.