The session on February 18 was devoted exclusively to duet covers with Cash. "One Too Many Mornings" and "I Still Miss Someone" were revisited, and rejected, yet again. "Matchbox", "That's All Right Mama", "Mystery Train", "Big River", "I Walk the Line", and "Guess Things Happen That Way", all made famous by celebrated Sun recordings performed by Carl Perkins, Elvis Presley, and Cash himself, were all attempted on February 18, but none of these were deemed usable. Covers of Jimmie Rodgers' "Blue Yodel #1" and "#5", Cash's "Ring of Fire" (written by his wife, June Carter and Merle Kilgore), "You Are My Sunshine", "Mountain Dew", the traditional ballad "Careless Love", the traditional hymn "Just A Closer Walk With Thee", "How High The Water", and "Wanted Man" (a song written by Dylan specifically for Cash) were also attempted, and all were rejected. There was little enthusiasm for any of these tracks, but one duet of Dylan's, "Girl From The North Country" (which originally appeared on The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan), was ultimately sequenced as the album's opener.
I Threw It All Away
Bob Dylan & Johnny Cash Lyrics
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She said she would always stay
But I was cruel
I treated her like a fool
I threw it all away
Once I had mountains in the palm of my hand
And rivers that ran through every day
I never knew what I had
Until I threw it all away
Love is all there is, it makes the world go 'round
Love and only love, it can't be denied
No matter what you think about it
You just won't be able to do without it
Take a tip from one who's tried
So if you find someone that gives you all of her love
Take it to your heart, don't let it stray
For one thing that's certain
You will surely be a-hurtin'
If you throw it all away
If you throw it all away
Bob Dylan's song "I Threw It All Away" is a song about love, loss, and regret. It's a timeless lament about the consequences of carelessness and not appreciating what we have until it's gone. The singer admits to treating his lover cruelly and throwing away the love they once shared. The song begins with him reminiscing about holding his lover in his arms, telling her that she would always be with him, but he ultimately fails to keep his promise.
He then compares his former life to having "mountains in the palm of his hands" and "rivers that ran through every day." But, "he must have been mad" to throw it all away without recognizing the good he had. The chorus then reveals that love is the most valuable thing in the world, an emotion that can't be denied, and so essential that you just can't do without it.
The final verse offers a warning to the listener not to make the same mistake if they find someone that gives them all their love, telling them to hold on to it tightly and never let it go. The entire song is dressed in a soft, gentle arrangement consisting primarily of acoustic guitar, piano, bass, and drums, making it one of Dylan's most poignant and heartfelt songs.
Line by Line Meaning
I once held her in my arms
I used to be in a relationship with someone and held her lovingly
She said she would always stay
She promised to stay committed to me forever
But I was cruel
I was not kind to her
I treated her like a fool
I made her feel like she was not smart or worthy
I threw it all away
I ended the relationship even though it was good
Once I had mountains in the palm of my hand
I used to have everything I could ever want
And rivers that ran through every day
My life was very fulfilling and I had plenty of options
I must have been mad
I must have been insane to let it all slip away
I never knew what I had
I never realized how lucky I was
Until I threw it all away
Until I made the mistake of ending everything
Love is all there is, it makes the world go 'round
Love is the most important thing in the world, and without it, life can feel empty
Love and only love, it can't be denied
Love is an undeniable force that we all need
No matter what you think about it
Even if you don't believe in love, it still exists
You just won't be able to do without it
You cannot live without love, it is essential for human life
Take a tip from one who's tried
Learn from my mistakes
So if you find someone that gives you all of her love
If you find someone who is willing to give you their heart
Take it to your heart, don't let it stray
Cherish it, hold it close, and don't let it go
For one thing that's certain
One thing is definite
You will surely be a-hurtin'
If you let it go, you will inevitably feel pain
If you throw it all away
If you let go of love, you will regret it
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BOB DYLAN, DYLAN BOB
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@juancamacho5746
I once held her in my arms
She said she would always stay
But I was cruel
I treated her like a fool
I threw it all away
Once I had mountains in the palm of my hand
And rivers that ran through every day
I must have been mad
I never knew what I had
Until I threw it all away
Love is all there is, it makes the world go 'round
Love and only love, it can't be denied
No matter what you think about it
You just won't be able to do without it
Take a tip from one who's tried
So if you find someone that gives you all of her love
Take it to your heart, don't let it stray
For one thing that's certain
You will surely be a-hurtin'
If you throw it all away
If you throw it all away
@ijw2009
The lyrics to this are just amazing......
I once held her in my arms
She said she would always stay
But I was cruel
I treated her like a fool
I threw it all away.
Once I had mountains in the palm of my hand
And rivers that ran through ev'ry day
I must have been mad
I never knew what I had
Until I threw it all away.
Love is all there is, it makes the world go around
Love and only love it can't be denied
No matter what you think about it
You just won't be able to do without it
Take a tip from one who's tried.
So if you find someone that gives you all of her love
Take it to your heart, don't let it stray
For one thing that's certain
You will surely be a-hurtin'
If you throw it all away.
@bansheecat3036
Johnny Cash introducing Bob Dylan: possibly the coolest moment in television history.
@OliviaDI
Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash were busom buddies. I had a cigarette, then coffee with Johnny Cash at the concession in the Hollywood bowl October 1966 during Bobs concert. He was a flirt, between marriages at age 39. I was married, 17 with a five month old baby at her first concert. She grew up on Bob Dylan‘s music in our home. We are all like Rolling Stones!
@xmo552
I never knew Cash had a show....... and I'm 38!
I better get my 💩 in line.
@darlene4612
Sure was
@darlene4612
X Mo that was probably when you were young and not paying much attention to television. I remember it but it was quite awhile ago
@xmo552
@@darlene4612
You're probably right. Isn't it past your bed time young lady?
@officialFredDurstfanclub
Country Dylan is a very underrated little period. His voice was really really something special during this era. John Wesley Harding, Nashville Skyline, Self Portrait and New Morning are all very cozy, very welcoming records
@shuax
absolutely agree, Just as great the 65/66 period had been it was also manic, and thankfully he survived that insane time, it was inevitable he would become recluse after that but like you said that period has so many gems, New Morning is one of my favourite albums of all time.
@catholiccowboy8545
.. and this is when i quit B. D.
@lawrencemay8671
Bob quit smoking for a month before appearing on Johnny Cash’s show. He wanted his voice to be his best