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“Schools train you to be ignorant with style [...] they prepare you to be a usable victim for a military industrial complex that needs manpower. As long as you're just smart enough to do a job and just dumb enough to swallow what they feed you, you're going to be alright [...] So I believe that schools mechanically and very specifically try and breed out any hint of creative thought in the kids that are coming up.”

Quote by Frank Zappa

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Frank Zappa
Frank Zappa

Frank Zappa was an influential American musician, composer, music producer, guitarist, and singer. His musical style combined elements of rock, jazz, classical, and world music, making him an innovator in the music industry. Known for his unique musical talent and satirical lyrics, Zappa's work has had a profound impact on the development of music in the post-war era. more

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