Oh, and while the king was looking down
The jester stole his thorny crown

from Don McLean – American Pie Lyrics 1 on Rap Genius

This is not the same king that was mentioned just a few lines ago, this King refers to “The King” Mr Elvis Presley. McLean is saying that while Elvis wasn’t paying attention Bob Dylan took his spot as the person the kids loved.

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