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Patti Smith
Full Name and Common Aliases
Patti Smith is a legendary American singer-songwriter, poet, and visual artist. Her full name is Patricia Lee "Patti" Smith.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on December 30, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. As of this writing, Patti Smith is still alive.
Nationality and Profession(s)
American singer-songwriter, poet, and visual artist.
Early Life and Background
Growing up in New Jersey, Patti was an artistic child who drew inspiration from the local art scene. She attended Edison High School in New Jersey before moving to New York City in 1967 to pursue a career in art. Smith's early life was marked by her fascination with poetry, music, and visual arts.
Major Accomplishments
Patti Smith is widely regarded as one of the most influential artists of the late 20th century. Her debut album "Horses" (1975) revolutionized the punk rock movement, while her second album "Easter" (1978) showcased her ability to craft catchy, art-rock songs.
Notable Works or Actions
Smith's lyrics often explore themes of love, relationships, and social justice. Some notable works include:
"Gloria"
"Because the Night" (co-written with Bruce Springsteen)
"Dancing Barefoot"
Her visual art practice has also earned her recognition, including exhibitions at galleries in New York City.
Impact and Legacy
Patti Smith's impact on music and art is immeasurable. She has inspired countless artists across genres, from punk rock to hip-hop. As a female artist in a male-dominated industry, she paved the way for future generations of women in music.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Patti Smith is widely quoted and remembered for her:
Innovative approach to songwriting and performance
Influence on punk rock and art-rock movements
Feminist legacy as a pioneering female artist
Her poetry collections, including "Seventh Heaven" (1972), showcase her unique perspective on the world.
Quotes by Patti Hoch
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For our relays, I was looking at the times they are swimming and comparing them to last year, and I think we can qualify all three relays.
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I appreciate what those guys are doing out there. I don't know anything about diving because my background is in swimming. When I watch them, I'm not sure what they're doing. It's more than I can ever do.
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I hadn't really tapered them that much for the sectional as some of the girls and boys were saying they were still sore. So I'm going to really drop off and not practice much other than turns so we'll let them rest their muscles.
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I'm ecstatic over the two relays, especially the 200 free because that is our shot at state. It's seeded fourth, and 1:51.44 is not our best time. I'm very optimistic to finally qualify these girls to state in something.
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For all my seniors, we've been mainly focusing on how we are going into the sectional. Everybody has dropped time and that makes me feel good.
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We have good swimmers, but we go in down nine, eight or seven points before the meet even starts. That's difficult to make up.
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That was our top relay. There's not much else I can say about that other than it was disappointing.
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I admire the kids being able to take this kind of pressure. They work for four years and everything comes down to less than 30 seconds. In other sports, there's a losers' bracket or you can work back in a second half. At some point there's redemption. In swimming it comes down to one perfect race at the exact right time.
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I can't expect 13 girls with nine freshmen to be able to go out there and hold their own. I also don't want to be discouraging. It's not that we can't accomplish good things, but we are in a league packed with swimming powerhouses.