Remembering Grateful Dead Lyricist Robert Hunter With Some Of His Finest Lines

Remembering Grateful Dead Lyricist Robert Hunter

Celebrate the life, lyrics, and legacy of Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter on the sixth anniversary of his passing at age 78.

The Grateful Dead‘s lyrics represent some of the most beautiful, heartfelt, evocative turns of phrase in the American cultural canon.

teaching them to spread love and kindness, and smile, smile, smile…

Robert Hunter, who died six years ago today on September 23rd, 2019, was the man responsible for the majority of the Dead’s beloved lyrics.

Author's summary: Celebrating Robert Hunter's life and legacy.

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