How Well Do You Know Gotta Serve Somebody Lyrics Quiz
Question 1 |
What is the main theme of the song?
Love and relationships | |
Political power | |
The inevitability of serving a higher power | |
The struggle of fame | |
The hardships of war |
Question 1 Explanation:
The lyrics suggest that no matter who you are in society, you will ultimately have to choose between serving good (the Lord) or evil (the devil).
Question 2 |
Which of the following professions is NOT mentioned in the song?
A preacher | |
A businessman | |
A scientist | |
A state trooper | |
A doctor |
Question 2 Explanation:
The song mentions preachers, businessmen, state troopers, doctors, and many other professions, but it does not mention a scientist.
Question 3 |
What genre does this song belong to?
Country | |
Rock | |
Gospel | |
Jazz | |
Reggae |
Question 3 Explanation:
The song is heavily influenced by gospel music, reflecting Bob Dylan’s Christian faith during the time of its release.
Question 4 |
Which of these people are mentioned in the song?
A racecar driver | |
A scientist | |
A football coach | |
A fisherman | |
A TV network head |
Question 4 Explanation:
The lyrics mention "You may be the head of some big TV network."
Question 5 |
What musical instrument is prominently featured in the song?
Violin | |
Harmonica | |
Organ | |
Trumpet | |
Saxophone |
Question 5 Explanation:
The song features a strong gospel-style organ along with Dylan’s distinctive vocal delivery.
Question 6 |
Which of these is NOT a type of person mentioned in the song?
A heavyweight champion | |
A construction worker | |
A poet | |
A preacher | |
A landlord |
Question 6 Explanation:
While many professions and lifestyles are mentioned, a poet is not one of them.
Question 7 |
What major life event influenced Bob Dylan to write this song?
His return to folk music | |
His conversion to Christianity | |
His marriage to his second wife | |
His move to California | |
His experience with political protests |
Question 7 Explanation:
Dylan became a born-again Christian in the late 1970s, which deeply influenced the themes in Slow Train Coming, including "Gotta Serve Somebody."
Question 8 |
The song emphasizes the idea that everyone must choose between…
Wealth and poverty | |
Fame and obscurity | |
Power and humility | |
Good and evil | |
Love and hate |
Question 8 Explanation:
The lyrics contrast serving the Lord or the devil, reinforcing the idea that no one is neutral in life’s moral choices.
Question 9 |
Which of these lifestyle contrasts is NOT mentioned in the song?
Drinking whiskey vs. drinking milk | |
Wearing cotton vs. wearing silk | |
Sleeping on the floor vs. in a king-sized bed | |
Driving a car vs. riding a horse | |
Eating caviar vs. eating bread |
Question 9 Explanation:
The song lists many opposites in lifestyle choices, but it never mentions cars or horses.
Question 10 |
Which of these lyrical phrases is found in the song?
"You may be a king, you may be a clown" | |
"You may own tanks, you may own banks" | |
"You may walk alone in the night" | |
"You may sing your song and play your part" | |
"You may cry out to the wind and sea" |
Question 10 Explanation:
The song states, "You might own guns and you might even own tanks, you might be somebody’s landlord, you might even own banks."
Question 11 |
Which phrase best summarizes the song’s meaning?
"Power is everything." | |
"You can be anything you want." | |
"Choices define your destiny." | |
"Money leads to corruption." | |
"The strong will survive." |
Question 11 Explanation:
The song stresses that everyone must decide whom they will serve—good or evil—regardless of their status.
There are 11 questions to complete.
