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“I always feel like a bit of an outsider myself, but as a working class lad, the system was always against me. The British system itself and then of course all the illnesses that were challenging to me.”

Quote by John Lydon

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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. more

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