October 18, 2010

Weird synchronicity: Bob Dylan and Madvillain


Bob Dylan:

 “Walk on your tiptoes
Don’t try ‘No-Doz’
Better stay away from those
That carry around a fire hose…

…Better jump down a manhole
Light yourself a candle
Don’t wear sandals
Try to avoid scandals
Don’t wanna be a bum
You better chew gum
The pump don’t work
‘Cause the vandals took the handles”

(“Subterranean Homesick Blues,” ll. 29-32; 64-71)

Madvillain:

“It’s too hot to handle, you got blue sandals
Who shot ya? Ooh got you new spots to vandal?
Do not stand still, both show skills,
Close but no crills, toast for po’ ills, post no bills
Coast to coast Joe Schmoes flows ill, go chill
Not supposed to overdose, No Doz pills…

…Not to be troublesome
But I could sure use a quick shot of rum
No stick of bubblegum”

(“Figaro,” ll. 28-33; 48-50)