There can be lots of perks when it comes to being a musician. You can top the charts, gain wide recognition, and sometimes, even get an advanced degree.

That is exactly what happened to Bob Dylan. According to music history, Dylan was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Music from Princeton University on June 9, 1970.

It got us thinking about how many musicians and performers have advanced degrees — whether honorary or academic. Let’s create a playlist full of musicians with doctorates.

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists with a doctoral degree would you like to hear?

Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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