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“I just love the delusional, hallucinatory qualities of sleep deprivation. I can't get enough of it.”

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Andrew W.K., whose real name is Andrew Figgis, is an American singer, songwriter, and musician known for his unique musical style and energetic live performances. His music blends elements of pop, rock, and electronic, characterized by strong rhythms and positive themes. Born on May 9, 1979, Andrew W.K. has gained global recognition as an independent music artist since the early 2000s. more

“I think that deprecation part is a very important aspect because when someone looks into themselves, if they're going to be honest, they're going to see parts that are humiliating as well as parts that they might feel really great about. Take Lucas Samaras again, who made a lot of self-portraits. He makes one self-portrait where he is looking directly into the camera and looks so intense and cool. He says in an interview, "I wanted to present the best version of myself."”

Thinking Important Honest Intense Being Honest Really Great Humiliating

Author:Andrew W.K.

“I like the idea of watching the sun go down in the ocean. I've always felt comfortable about that, I like sunsets. There's something about a westward movement that seems fascinating, although the Irish refer to going West as a metaphor for dying. I see it differently.”

Dying Ocean Metaphor Sunset

Author:Michael C. McMillen

“That quote by this guy Friedrich Schiller, "Keep true to the dreams of thy youth"? That quote changed my life. It confirmed that every crazy thing I'd ever done at least was staying true to the dreams of my youth - and really, I mean very young dreams of just being able to have fun all the time.”

Mean Done Dream Guy Fun Crazy Changed Youth Having Fun Changed My Life Stay True

Author:Andrew W.K.

“I remember when I first moved to New York, people said, "Wow, man! You're so great. You have all these hopes and dreams, but it's going to be sad when you realize how the world really works!" But one of the things I love most about this city is that everyone who moves here is being unreasonable. There's a sense of solidarity about that.”

People Men World Dream Remember Moving Realizing Moved Solidarity Remember When Hopes And Dreams

Author:Andrew W.K.