We live in a society of victimization, where people are much more comfortable being victimized than actually standing up for themselves.
Meaning of the quote
People today often choose to see themselves as victims rather than stand up for themselves. They feel safer acting like a victim than taking action to change their situation. This quote suggests that many people in our society today prefer to complain about their problems instead of trying to solve them.
About Marilyn Manson
Marilyn Manson, the controversial American rock musician, rose to prominence as the lead singer of the band that shares his name. Known for his provocative stage persona, Manson has had a successful music career, with several platinum and gold albums, and has also appeared in various film and art projects.
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In the end we’re all Jerry Springer Show guests, really, we just haven’t been on the show.
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I never said to be like me, I say to be like you and make a difference.
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These people are artists. These people are musicians. They’re taking it out and trying to express it that way.
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The word ‘Antichrist’, to me, is the collective disbelief in god.
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When all of your wishes are granted, many of your dreams will be destroyed.
American musician (born 1969)
Marilyn Monroe wasn’t even her real name, Charles Manson isn’t his real name, and now, I’m taking that to be my real name. But what’s real? You can’t find the truth, you just pick the lie you like the best.
American musician (born 1969)
People tend to associate anyone who looks and behaves differently with illegal or immoral activity.
American musician (born 1969)
A lot of people don’t want to make their own decisions. They’re too scared. It’s much easier to be told what to do.
American musician (born 1969)
Part of me is afraid to get close to people because I’m afraid that they’re going to leave.
American musician (born 1969)
The burden of originality is one that most people don’t want to accept. They’d rather sit in front of the TV and let that tell them what they’re supposed to like, what they’re supposed to buy, and what they’re supposed to laugh at.
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American musician (born 1969)
I think art is the only thing that’s spiritual in the world. And I refuse to forced to believe in other people’s interpretations of God. I don’t think anybody should be. No one person can own the copyright to what God means.
American musician (born 1969)
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American musician (born 1969)
This is the culture you’re raising your kids in. Don’t be surprised if it blows up in your face.
American musician (born 1969)
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American musician (born 1969)
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American musician (born 1969)