Quote by Lenny Bruce

The only honest art form is laughter, comedy. You can't fake it... try to fake three laughs in an hour - ha ha ha ha ha - they'll take you away, man. You can't.

The only honest art form is laughter, comedy. You can't fake

Summary

This quote highlights the belief that laughter, specifically comedy, is the most genuine form of artistic expression. Unlike other art forms that can be manipulated or faked, laughter cannot be feigned. The quote humorously challenges the idea of attempting to fake laughter as an impossible task, suggesting that genuine laughter cannot be forced or manufactured artificially. It emphasizes the unique power of comedy to create honest and spontaneous reactions, distinguishing it as an art form that is difficult to counterfeit.

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By Lenny Bruce

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