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‘Just Kids’ by Patti Smith Delves Into the Woman Behind Taylor Swift’s Viral Lyric (And the Book Is On Sale)
Read about the woman mentioned in Taylor Swift's "The Tortured Poets Department" when you buy "Just Kids" by Patti Smith online.
The title track features the line, “You’re not Dylan Thomas, I’m not Patti Smith/This ain’t the Chelsea Hotel, we’re modern idiots,” and for those new to the punk rock icon, you can learn more about the artist who earned a shoutout from the Grammy-winner through her book Just Kids, which is currently on sale for up to 40% off. Taking place in NYC throughout the ’70s, you’ll discover how a chance encounter led to a whirlwind romance filled with passion, art and desire to fulfill their dreams. In response to the “August” singer mentioning her name, Smith took to Instagram to share her gratitude where she posted a photo of herself reading the book Dylan Thomas: Portrait of the Artist As a Young Dog.
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