John Lydon, known by his stage name Johnny Rotten, is a renowned British singer-songwriter. He is best known for his distinctive punk style and strong personality, being a founding member of the iconic punk band Sex Pistols. Lydon's music and statements have had a profound impact on the punk movement, and his career has been marked by innovation and change.
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“I think national pride leads to nothing but wars and hate.”
“I hate death; it takes people away from you. You're left feeling rudderless.”
“Me, as a human, I never want to take away another human being's choices or lifestyles or anything.”
“I'm very open about my politics. I don't believe in any political party at all, none of them.”
“I have no time for lies and fantasy, and neither should you. Enjoy or die.”
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“I don't believe in false memories, like I don't believe in false songs.”
“I do use my music to entertain myself, as indeed I use other people's music.”
Source: Rotten: No Irish, No Blacks, No Dogs
“If you are pissing people off, you know you are doing something right”
“The idea of hearing, 'Great gig, man,' one more time just turns my stomach over.”
“I don't like walking in the street and seeing 30,000 copies of myself.”
“Some of us are born big-minded with small penises. Others have big penises and small-minded.”
“This is a very difficult thing to remain independent and persistent.”