Quote by Billy Corgan

I grew up in the suburbs and basically associate the suburbs with cultural death.

I grew up in the suburbs and basically associate the suburbs

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's personal experience and perception of suburbs. They state that their upbringing in the suburbs has led them to associate it with cultural stagnation or a lack of cultural vibrancy and diversity. It suggests that the speaker believes the suburbs are not conducive to fostering creative or vibrant cultural experiences.

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By Billy Corgan

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