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“The only parts I like out of any of those women books is the dirty parts. But I don't think their dirty parts are any good, really.”

Quote by Patti Smith

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Patti Smith is an influential American singer-songwriter, born on December 30, 1946. Known for her unique musical style and poetic lyrics, she is considered one of the pioneers of post-punk and punk rock. Smith's music career began in the 1970s, and she quickly became a star in the underground music scene. Her debut album 'Horses' was released in 1975 and is considered a landmark in punk rock. more

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“Hung-up women can't produce anything but mediocre art, and there ain't no room for mediocre art.”

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“Ms. It sounds like a sick bumblebee, it sounds frigid. I mean, who the hell would ever want to stick his hand up the dress of somebody who goes around calling herself something like Ms.? It's all so stupid.”

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“I had gone to Paris to immerse myself in painting and I came back wholly involved in words and rhythms.”

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“I always wrote like rock 'n' roll. And I always listen to rock 'n' roll as poetry.”

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“I really don't want somebody writing something positive about me if they don't believe in it. I'd rather somebody write something real mean. I like reading bad stuff, it gets me excited. In fact, the only reviews I keep are the bad ones 'cause I think they're the cool ones.”

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