Patti Smith - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	December 30, 1946
Age	79
Birthplace	Chicago, Illinois, USA
Zodiac Sign	Capricorn - (see also Patti Smith's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Dog
Generation	Baby Boomer Generation
Known For	Pioneering figure in punk rock; iconic album 'Horses'; blending poetry and music; author of memoir 'Just Kids'

Intro

Patti Smith is an American singer-songwriter, poet, and visual artist who became an influential component of the New York City punk rock movement with her 1975 debut album 'Horses.' She is often called the 'punk poet laureate', integrating poetry and rock music, and is noted for her passionate performance style and powerful lyrics.

Early Life & Background

Patti Smith was born in Chicago and raised in South Jersey. She developed an interest in poetry and literature as a young woman, influenced by Arthur Rimbaud, Bob Dylan, and various Beat poets. She moved to New York City in 1967, where she became entrenched in the artistic scene of the city, especially at venues like CBGB.

Career Highlights

• Debut album 'Horses' (1975), acclaimed as a seminal punk rock record
• Album 'Easter' (1978) featuring the hit 'Because the Night'
• Published memoir 'Just Kids' (2010), which won the National Book Award
• Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007
• Influential performances and collaborations with artists like Bruce Springsteen

Trivia

• Her song 'Because the Night' was co-written with Bruce Springsteen.
• 'Just Kids' details her relationship and artistic collaboration with photographer Robert Mapplethorpe.
• She briefly worked at a Brooklyn factory before launching her artistic career.

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1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patti_Smith
2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Patti-Smith