Quote by Patti Smith

What I wanted to do in rock 'n roll was merge poetry with sonic scapes, and the two people who had contributed so much to that were Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morrison.

What I wanted to do in rock 'n roll was merge poetry with so

Summary

This quote expresses the desire to combine poetry with musical landscapes within the rock 'n roll medium. The individual acknowledges the significant contributions of Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morrison in achieving this goal. Both musicians are recognized for their unique ability to blend poetic lyricism with experimental and evocative soundscapes, thus pushing the boundaries of rock music. By citing Hendrix and Morrison as sources of inspiration, the speaker exemplifies the aspiration to create a harmonious and expressive fusion of poetic and musical elements in their own work.

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By Patti Smith

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