Bob Dylan

This method of writing leads to playful and ironic works that move not only between classical and modern poetry but also between different genres and artforms.

— Anders Olsson, chairman of the Swedish Academy's Nobel committee for Literature, said.

Today we celebrate not only an absolutely outstanding figure whose influence has changed music forever, but also the man who led our family with grace, generosity, and kindness. We will miss him very much, cherish him forever, and carry our love for him with us for the rest of our lives.

— A statement from the Davis family about his death