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You should never, ever be understood completely. That's like the kiss of death, isn't it? It's a full stop. I don't ever think you should put full stops on thoughts. They change.

John Lydon

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John Lydon
Age: 68
Born: 1956
Born: January 31
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Move to Italy. I mean it: they know about living in debt they don't care. I stayed out there for five months while I was making a film called 'Order Of Death,' and they've really got it sussed. Nice cars. Sharp suits. Great food. Stroll into work at 10. Lunch from 12 till three. Leave work at five. That's living!
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I keep falling off the edge of the stage because I can't see it. I can't see my wrinkles in the mirror either, though.
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I'm very open about my politics. I don't believe in any political party at all, none of them.
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I will always pay respect and homage to my early years, because that's what gave me the initial push to go on and do what it is I do. That's where I learned the love and respect for music.
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I've never said I'm a communist.
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One of the most beautiful things about Britain, apart from the NHS and the free education, is the British Army.
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