Reflecting on Baez and Dylan’s relationship, Saldana said, “It’s like a timeless story, you know? Love, heartbreak, forgiveness. It’s all there.” She admires Baez for her strength and resilience, and sees her as a role model for standing up for herself and moving on from toxic relationships.
As the legacy of Joan Baez continues to be celebrated and rediscovered by a new generation, it’s clear that her impact on music, activism, and relationships is still being felt today. And for young fans like Lynda Saldana, her story serves as a reminder of the power of self-love and empowerment in the face of heartbreak.
“Para una generación acostumbrada a la tediosa realidad de las citas modernas, letras como ‘Well I’ll be damned / here comes your ghost again’ todavía impactan.
“Estoy viendo a tanta gente decir, ‘¿Por qué literalmente soy Joan Baez en este momento?'” dijo Saldana. “Acabo de descubrirla, y también estoy en la misma posición exacta que ella. Es como ver Sex and the City y darte cuenta de que eres Carrie.”