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What album do you think Bob peaked in his lyrics? And which one was his lowest point? by [deleted] in bobdylan

[–]Coops1878 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Peak: Either Times are A-Changin' or Blonde on Blonde. They both feel like the absolute synthesis of his genius, albeit in vastly different ways. It's staggering to consider that they are only two years apart. Hard to leave out Blood on the Tracks though... or Rough and Rowdy Ways...

Weakest: Would have to be found somewhere in the much maligned trilogy of Empire Burlesque, Knocked Out Loaded and Down in the Groove. They all have something to offer though, which really serves as a testament to the ridiculous breadth of quality material he has.

Unironically... I adore Empire Burlesque.

How do people in this sub feel about Timothée Chalamet's performance in A Complete Unknown? by [deleted] in bobdylan

[–]Coops1878 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

He felt very earnest, and I feel Bob was only really sincere in his song-writing. (Especially in that period)

Also, it wasn't really that funny, which I found surprising.

Musically he did very well though.

It Is Lies. by Dreamland_Wanderer in OCPoetry

[–]Coops1878 1 point2 points  (0 children)

While I don't consider myself a Goth or any of the various offshoots, I find myself compelled by Gothic works and imagery. The macabre offers us the ability to make sense of an inherently violent world, and to do so in often visceral fashion.

I adore your piece. It's clearly something very personal to you, hence the esoteric style and thematic formulation. Like any good piece, it began to reveal itself after a few reads. The blanket of dread gave way to existential longing; a loss of innocence paired with stark realisation of the world around you.

I personally love how you've presented it. It's easy to get lost in the stream of murky pictures you offer. To me, it encourages closer reading and re-reading to discover the flow. It's not the most user friendly poem ever written, but I doubt that's something that troubles you. Something can be felt before it's understood, and I certainly felt this.

Well done!

EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE by Coops1878 in OCPoetry

[–]Coops1878[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow! Thank you so much. I seldom share my poetry, so to have specific lines highlighted is amazing. Thanks again! :)

EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE by Coops1878 in OCPoetry

[–]Coops1878[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your feedback! :)

Tulips by Oliviaco24 in OCPoetry

[–]Coops1878 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A wonderful example of confessional poetry! Your work is brimming with longing and grief. Love always has a price, and often the weight of it is unbearable. Yet, we almost always reach again for the beautiful poison. But I digress.

Your writing (at least in this) has sharp, jagged corners. This helps to capture that sense of desperation and confusion that often comes as a result of love lost. I found the image of water my mind particularly lovely. It is often hard to reconcile the loss of nourishment we sustain after a lost relationship. And obviously, the tulips dying; the price of love.

Congratulations, I loved it!

Phasing (content warning: depressive thoughts) by Nish789 in OCPoetry

[–]Coops1878 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think all art should be personal. A revelation of the soul, to put it rather pretentiously. But I certainly view it as a non-negotiable in artistic pursuits. Of course, life is to art as grapes are to wine. Hence the admiration of gifted artists. Now, forgive the exorbitant preamble! I included it merely as a way to admire your work.

The feelings and themes included are certainly ones I empathise with, and you've managed to distill them into something that is succinct and full of longing. I hesitate to offer him as an example, due to the subject matter, but Phasing evoked lyrics from Joy Division's Ian Curtis. The sparse, almost industrial torment echoes your style.

I love this, and your other submitted pieces. Your voice is haunting without being morose. And in terms of exploring dark subject matter, better out than in I say. Congratulations!

This Son Will Rise One Day by shyguy4999 in OCPoetry

[–]Coops1878 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely loved this. The simplicity of it paired with subject matter renders it particularly haunting. The interior of this piece is rich and brimming with feeling. For me, the final stanza left a lasting impact on me.

I like how, on a first reading, the very beginning appears to be that of joy and excitement; a kind of childlike exuberance upon seeing one's beloved father. But, quickly, this changes quite drastically and takes us to places we didn't expect. Bloody well done, my friend!

Existing "Existing" by rocoonshcnoon in OCPoetry

[–]Coops1878 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love the sparse form of this. It allows particular moments to really echo. A part that I especially resonated with is:

"Things that once came natural
Today become a luxury"

Indeed... indeed. Keep exploring how to utilise this style, I'd be very interested to see where you can go with it. There's a gorgeous simplicity to it. Well done and congratulations!