Rock isn’t art, it’s the way ordinary people talk.
Meaning of the quote
Rock music isn't fancy or complicated, but instead, it's a way for normal people to express themselves and talk about their lives. The quote by British musician Billy Idol suggests that rock music is not like traditional art, but rather a simple and relatable form of communication for everyday people.
About Billy Idol
Billy Idol, the British-American singer and songwriter, rose to fame in the 1970s as the lead vocalist of the punk rock band Generation X. He later embarked on a successful solo career, becoming a prominent figure during the MTV-driven “Second British Invasion” in the US with hit songs like “Rebel Yell” and “Dancing with Myself.”
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Everybody got it wrong. I said I was into porn again, not born again.
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It doesn’t matter about money; having it, not having it. Or having clothes, or not having them. You’re still left alone with yourself in the end.
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If your world doesn’t allow you to dream, move to one where you can.
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Rock isn’t art, it’s the way ordinary people talk.
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I love it when someone insults me. That means that I don’t have to be nice anymore.
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I rocked the cradle of love.
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I don’t care what stage or what reason, as long as we’re playing.
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The biggest misconception people have about me is that I’m stupid.
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