Aretha with no goals, eternally single & one step soft of heaven/ let it be understood that she owns this melody along with her emotional diplomats & her earth & her musical secrets
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Technology to wipe out truth is now available. Not everybody can afford it but it's available. When the cost comes down, look out!
Interpretation
What this quote means
Bob Dylan warns that technology capable of altering or erasing the truth exists and may become more accessible in the future.
In this quote, Bob Dylan addresses the concerning reality that technology has reached a point where it can manipulate or even eliminate truth. He highlights that, currently, such technology may be expensive and out of reach for many, but as the costs decrease, its availability could pose significant risks to honesty and integrity in society. This serves as a stark reminder of the potential ethical dilemmas and dangers posed by advancements in technology related to information and truth.
Themes
TechnologyTruthManipulationInformationSocietyEthics
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech discussing media integrity, this quote can illustrate the dangers posed by emerging technologies.
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