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Bob Dylan ( [ ˈdɪlən ] born Robert Allen Zimmerman ; May 24 , 1941 ) is an American poetic songwriter , singer , painter , writer , and Nobel prize laureate . Much of his most celebrated work dates from the 1960s , when his songs chronicled social unrest . His accomplishments as a recording artist and performer have been central to his career , but his songwriting is considered his greatest contribution . As a musician , Dylan has sold more than 100 million records , making him one of the best-selling artists of all time . He has also received numerous awards including eleven Grammy Awards , a Golden Globe Award , and an Academy Award .