Bob Dylan has never been shy about showing appreciation. Despite his stoic and often media-adverse demeanor over his career, he has always given credit where it's due—whether praising contemporary covers of his songs or offering thoughtful endorsements of fellow artists.
Dylan has long been a supporter of musicians like Neil Young, Jimi Hendrix, and Ricky Nelson. Nelson and Dylan, in particular, shared mutual admiration. In his autobiography *Chronicles*, Dylan wrote:
> *"Ricky’s talent was very accessible to me. I felt we had a lot in common. In a few years’ time, he’d record some of my songs, make them sound like they were his own, like he had written them himself. He eventually did write one himself and mentioned my name in it. Ricky, in about ten years’ time, would even get booed while onstage for changing what was perceived as his musical direction. It turned out we did have a lot in common."*
Recently, Dylan covered the song referenced in that quote: Nelson’s *"Garden Party,"* a tune he once said he wished he’d written. Fans were thrilled by the surprise performance, flooding social media with praise:
- *"Bob sounds awesome! ❤️ Still rocking it at 83. God bless him."*
- *"One of the best covers he’s ever done—so much fun.🥰"*
- *"I'm amazed by how strong his voice is sounding on this tour. Long may it continue!"*
At 83, Dylan continues to defy expectations, proving his artistry remains as dynamic as ever. Here’s hoping the rest of his *Outlaw Festival* tour delivers more unforgettable moments!
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