I've assumed Dylan was a right winger for quite a while

[H2O Man]

25. Right.

I think Lennon was the most fascinating musician of that era. Muhammad Ali and John Lennon were far more important to that era than Bob. I think Bob wrote four great songs, and that is outstanding. But no one could compare him in terms of significance to an Ali or Lennon. I have a high opinion of the other Beatles, Hendrix, Morrison, etc. I had numerous times I could have seen Dylan. I never cared to. But I respect him for his accomplishments.

I've read that John wasn't impressed with Bob's intellect once he got to know him. My late friend Rubin really liked him, though.