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"Wasn't Born to Follow" (also known as "I Wasn't Born to Follow") is a late-60s song written by Gerry Goffin (lyrics) and Carole King (music). The song was first recorded by American band The Byrds on their 1968 album, "The Notorious Byrd Brothers". With main vocal by the band's lead guitarist Roger McGuinn, the band was augmented by Red Rhodes on pedal steel guitar and Clarence White on guitar. The song featured in the 1969 film "Easy Rider". View wiki
"Wasn't Born to Follow" (also known as "I Wasn't Born to Follow") is a late-60s song written by Gerry Goffin (lyrics) a… read more
"Wasn't Born to Follow" (also known as "I Wasn't Born to Follow") is a late-60s song written by Gerry Goffin (lyrics) and Carole King (music). The song was … read more

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The Byrds were a popular American band formed in Los Angeles, California in 1964. They are considered one of the most important and influential bands of the 19. Their music bridged the gaps between the socially and spiritually conscious music of Bob Dylan, the studio trickery of The Beach Boys, and the sardonic rock of The Beatles. Some of their trademark songs include pop versions of Bob Dylan's Mr. Tambourine Man and Pete Seeger’s Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season), and the originals I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better, and Eight Miles High. Throu… read more
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