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“I thought, "Wow, it sounds really stoned anyway." It sounded good to me. I found out that there was a lot in there. What all this comes down to is I was just trying to get in touch with myself. And I met some interesting people in New York who weren't in show business. I even got to know my dentist.”

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Iggy Pop, born on April 21, 1947, is an influential American rock singer. Known for his unique musical style and stage presence, he is considered one of the pioneers of punk rock. Pop's musical career began in the 1960s, and he gained prominence as a member of the band The Stooges, whose rebellious spirit and raw rock style have influenced countless successors. more

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