More than wanting to avoid being labeled as a part of folk or rock, I think Dylan really wanted to escape the "artist's intention" strategy of interpreting art. Although he protests it in interviews, Dylan clearly has written a number of meaningful songs and instead of laying down, "Well this means this," he allows the listener to interpret his songs for themselves. He wants people to actually listen to his music, not to him.
Plus, he seems to enjoy being contrary and sarcastic in his interviews, don't you think?
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