Quote by Patti Smith
When I was younger, I felt it was my duty to wake people up. I thought poetry was asleep. I thought rock 'n' roll was asleep.
Summary
The quote suggests that when the speaker was younger, they believed it was their responsibility to awaken and revitalize various art forms, particularly poetry and rock 'n' roll, which they perceived as dormant. It reflects a sense of urgency and a desire to inject new energy into these art forms, highlighting the speaker's passion and dedication to creating a more vibrant artistic landscape.
Topics
Poetry
By Patti Smith