Quote by Kurt Cobain

I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not.


I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am no

Summary

This quote speaks to the importance of authenticity and staying true to oneself. It expresses a preference for being disliked or rejected for being genuine, rather than being falsely loved or accepted as someone who is pretending to be someone else. It suggests that maintaining one's integrity and individuality is more valuable than seeking approval or validation through conforming to others' expectations or altering one's true identity.

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By Kurt Cobain
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