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Quotes by Michel Basquiat
Jean-Michel Basquiat, born on December 22, 1960, in Brooklyn, New York, emerged as a groundbreaking artist whose work merged street art with neo-expressionism. A child of Haitian and Puerto Rican descent, Basquiat's early experiences in a culturally rich environment fueled his creative spirit. Rising to prominence in the late 1970s and 1980s, he challenged societal norms and explored themes of race, identity, and power in his vibrant, graffiti-inspired paintings. His untimely death at age 27 in 1988 left an indelible mark on the art world, solidifying his legacy as a voice for marginalized communities and a symbol of artistic innovation. For more about his life and impact, visit his [Wikipedia page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michel_Basquiat).
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"I don't listen to what art critics say. I don't know anybody who needs a critic to find out what art is. -Jean"
Michel Basquiat"I had some money, I made the best paintings ever. I was completely reclusive, worked a lot, took a lot of drugs. I was awful to people. -Jean"
Michel Basquiat"Since I was seventeen I thought I might be a star. I'd think about all my heroes, Charlie Parker, Jimi Hendrix... I had a romantic feeling about how these people became famous. -Jean"
Michel Basquiat