Who of us here watching Patti could not be swept up by her positivity and earthy goodness? At her core is such decency and genuine warmth that she just melts your heart. I love her music and I love her.
Kid Rock can stand there swigging a beer looking like he couldn't care less is because he could never, ever even begin to understand Patti and the depth of her work. Even though he is laughing all the way to the bank, it's his loss.
As a 26 year old I don’t know much about Patti Smith. I’ve been watching several videos of her and I can just see that she is so smart, articulate, so spiritual, and just true to the spirit and way of life that is Rock’n’Roll and Punk, unlike many of the people sitting there with their flashy hats and jackets.
So grateful this great artist was inducted into Hall of Fame. She's a true artist, writer, poet, and social activist! The first to set poetry to music to create a new art form. She follows her heart & only cares about the work she creates. She doesn't give a Fu*f about money or fame.
I hugged her one time in a book store, how embarrassing to gush over a star but I was nearly in tears, something I've never experienced in a chance encounter with a famous artist. Who does that, invading someone's physical space like that, gahhh. After she left the store, I nearly passed out from mortification, that I had just humiliated myself by becoming a puddle of emotion in her presence. This was at the now gone Gotham Book Mart in midtown Manhattan where I worked as a clerk and cashier, and she came through dropping off signed copies of one of her books for us to sell. She smelled so good! She was completely open, smiling, friendly, the type of person who hugs a stranger because they told her they were a lifelong fan and admirer. Maybe she saw how shook up I was, this would have been in 1996 or so, I was young. You assume a legend like her might be aloof or unwilling to speak with us mere mortals, but she was nothing like that. If you had passed her on the sidewalk, you would have just figured she was a bohemian hippie mom, with long slightly dreaded hair, wearing a long skirt and a t-shirt under a flannel shirt, like an artist who just came from their studio after sculpting or painting all day. Well, that's my story about a brief brush with a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend! I made an ass of myself but she was so nice it didn't matter! There are some people who are down-to-earth perceptive sweet-hearts, good kind souls. Then there are people like Kanye, who demand no one even look them in the eye or speak to them lest their bodyguards rough them up, just assholes who put on an act because they lack talent, brains, basic humanity, so they cover it up by an elaborate charade of phony superiority. I still have two buttons she gave me, one said peace and one said noise, from a new album. Thank you Patti, for being so kind to a starry-eyed kid, one of the Sonic Youth babies that you birthed in the No Wave movement of the 1970s.
Brigid beautiful account. Art in every form should challenge the individual listening or viewing it and she has done both. You are so lucky to have that encounter.
I’ve been listening to Patti Smith since I was 13! I’m a 54 year old grandma and STILL listen to her music on the daily! My teenage friends always questioned my love for her music, maybe they couldn’t hear the lyrics as well as I did? Nonetheless, she was and still is my favorite artist of all time! I heard “Because the Night” on the car radio recently and the damn dj gave credit to Patty Smyth! I was so hopping mad that I pulled over and called into the radio station and demanded the correction; funny, they complied;-)! Patti Smith is and always will be a legend! She deserved this, Congrats!!!
Oh for goodness sakes. To all the people criticizing that she should have thanked Robert Mapplethorpe, William Burroughs, Hilly Kristal, blah, blah blah! Get a life! She thanked the people she should have; her parents, spouse, kids and band members, plus a classy thanks to Clive Davis. I think this was probably one of the classiest acceptance speeches in RRHF history.
And it's not like she's never thanked any of them before. She does it often. Gawd, she devoted a whole book to Mapplethorpe. Was she supposed to carry a portrait of Rimbaud up there with her too? As for Hilly, she thanked him to his face the night she closed out CBGBs and even pushed musicians to create their own new space. I agree, this is one of the better speeches from the RRHOF.
I saw her show in Glasgow, Scotland in the 90s. Before she went on stage she was down mingling with the audience just to say hi. I love that. I think she's amazing.
In "Just Kids" she tells about the first time she was invited to do a poetry reading back in 1971 and someone suggested adding music. She thought of a guy she knew who played the guitar, called him and asked him if he could "play a car crash on the guitar". He said "Sure!" and agreed to add some musical background during the reading. That was Lenny Kaye. He's part of her band to this day. I find that so beautiful.
"Birds of feathers flock together" couldn't be more convenient in this context when the great, revolutionary, hero of mine, Zack inducts the pioneer of genuine, innovative, artistic female presence, Patti. This is one of the few perfect moments of rock n roll hall of fame and the garnish on this moment's gateau is the expression on the plastic, corporate pet's face, Kid Rock after Zack's speech.
I believe she's loved in all the world expecially from the 70'-80' generation that was live those years. I'm italian but I understand and listen her music from I was 17-18 years and for a long time later . This have given me a lot.
This is one of the most honest, moving, real, and touching things I've ever seen in my life. If ever there were two soul mates, it's Patti & Fred "Sonic" Smith. I love that she's always so honest about how much she loves & misses him rather than trying to put a "positive" spin on it the way it sometimes seems society tries to pressure people to do after they've lost someone they love deeply. I love how much she expresses her love for him in this along with everyone else she loves and has lost who means so very much to her. You will definitely be extremely moved by watching this. ❤️❤️
What an amazing human being. Each time I hear her speak or listen to her music it awakens something deep inside me. It's hard to explain. What ruined this a bit for me was the cameraman zooming in on Kid Rock drinking his beer. The douche of the century. I hope that he did listen to some of the things she said and will learn from it. Peace and Noise to each of you.
Congrats,Patti,you deserve that award ,😄for all those late nights,when everyone else was too wasted too play or go on real trooper you are,luv you madly ,,JaneDoe,,xxoo
Patti Smith, you have taught us so much about art, poetry, music, and courage! You have been lucky to have had so much love in your life! Thank you for sharing! I love you!
What a classy lady. Patti's Dream of Life is one of the greatest recordings I have ever heard and purchased. I saw Patti open for the Rolling Stones (The Cockroaches) in 1978 at the beautiful Fox Theater in Atlanta, as her Because the Night zoomed up the charts, and again in the 1990s at Atlanta Music Midtown. She is so wonderful. Today, I bought a second row seat to see her for the third time, at the Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta. I simply cannot wait.
Patti is such a role model. She's never tried to be anything but who she is. She's never compromised her music or her authenticity. We should all strive for that and not let others influence who we are. She's really taught me that I am good enough just as I am and don't have to pretend to be anyone else.
it took her only 32 years of career to be inducted into the Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame, who normally gave such an honor to artist with 25 + years of career since their first record, in order of their "contribution to the music". WTF she must be inducted inmidiatelly! she is one of the most talented and influential artist of all time.
it still blows my mind I met this woman and her wonderful daughter Jesse back in october here in Flint, MI.. thanks Patti for playing a free show.. I'll never forget shaking your hand and hearing what you said to me.. your my hero.
I just love her. I did get to see her in 2000. She is coming to Portland Oregon in August this year. I really want to go. Trying to figure it out. The first time I got to see her it was a spiritual experience. We sang happy birthday to Jackson over the phone.
In the first shot I see Michael Anthony of VH and I'm like ya! And then I see Kid Rock and my heart gets sad..... but Patti Smith is a legend and deserved this recognition.
Patti Smith is the true essence of a woman . .in a world full of shallow narcissistic crap she still shines like a diamond . . still handsome as fuck too . .
There is a series of videos entitled "Clive Davis: Satan's Son" on youtube. There are 6 parts to it, I think. I've watched them all and it blew me away!!! It's a must watch for truth seekers about EVIL in the music industry. I don't know who the narrator is but it's a black guy that knows what is really going on in the music industry and its history.
I am blessed to have a great long-term memory, but a poor short one. Anyway, I went to NYC to see Patti years back, and when I was going to the concert, I saw JD Dougherty, whom I didn't know at the time, but gave him a weird, scoffing look bc he was wearing a strange combination of clothes, like a blazer and a Hoodie together, hahaha, I was like, "GD hipster." But it was NYC and a PATTI SMITH show! So, hey. It was a wonderful concert inside a museum and she sang everything: Neil Young, Dylan etc but perhaps not Gloria 😢 oh well. Love to Patti. A great lady and hip and right influences. ✅️ I'd love to meet her. And everything I read, there's Patti. Blake, Dylan (bob), Rimbaud, Genet, etc.
The more I see of this woman, the more I love her. She has a beautiful personality.
I hope to see her in Heaven, when that day comes. She has such a beautiful soul and spirit!
Kid Rock doesn’t deserve to breath the same air as Patti Smith
She is the most complete person you can imagine. A gentle true spirit.
she is so beautifully and satisfyingly articulate
Who of us here watching Patti could not be swept up by her positivity and earthy goodness? At her core is such decency and genuine warmth that she just melts your heart. I love her music and I love her.
Yes, she melts my heart. God bless you, Patti!
Kid Rock can stand there swigging a beer looking like he couldn't care less is because he could never, ever even begin to understand Patti and the depth of her work. Even though he is laughing all the way to the bank, it's his loss.
yep
I was thinking exactly the same thing. Great minds think alike 😉
Lisa Mitassi kid who
A phony is what he is.
The thing is...im 20 years old and i dont even know who this kid rock (?!?) is... But Patti Smith art lives forever...
As a 26 year old I don’t know much about Patti Smith. I’ve been watching several videos of her and I can just see that she is so smart, articulate, so spiritual, and just true to the spirit and way of life that is Rock’n’Roll and Punk, unlike many of the people sitting there with their flashy hats and jackets.
You would love her books, especially 'Just Kids' :) And she's still great in live performances, so grab any chance if we can all go to concerts again!
So grateful this great artist was inducted into Hall of Fame. She's a true artist, writer, poet, and social activist! The first to set poetry to music to create a new art form. She follows her heart & only cares about the work she creates. She doesn't give a Fu*f about money or fame.
yagamode don't know about the first, but definitely one of the best, with such a unique and important voice(perspective).
I just love her, she is so kind and humble.
I hugged her one time in a book store, how embarrassing to gush over a star but I was nearly in tears, something I've never experienced in a chance encounter with a famous artist. Who does that, invading someone's physical space like that, gahhh. After she left the store, I nearly passed out from mortification, that I had just humiliated myself by becoming a puddle of emotion in her presence. This was at the now gone Gotham Book Mart in midtown Manhattan where I worked as a clerk and cashier, and she came through dropping off signed copies of one of her books for us to sell. She smelled so good! She was completely open, smiling, friendly, the type of person who hugs a stranger because they told her they were a lifelong fan and admirer. Maybe she saw how shook up I was, this would have been in 1996 or so, I was young. You assume a legend like her might be aloof or unwilling to speak with us mere mortals, but she was nothing like that. If you had passed her on the sidewalk, you would have just figured she was a bohemian hippie mom, with long slightly dreaded hair, wearing a long skirt and a t-shirt under a flannel shirt, like an artist who just came from their studio after sculpting or painting all day. Well, that's my story about a brief brush with a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend! I made an ass of myself but she was so nice it didn't matter! There are some people who are down-to-earth perceptive sweet-hearts, good kind souls. Then there are people like Kanye, who demand no one even look them in the eye or speak to them lest their bodyguards rough them up, just assholes who put on an act because they lack talent, brains, basic humanity, so they cover it up by an elaborate charade of phony superiority. I still have two buttons she gave me, one said peace and one said noise, from a new album. Thank you Patti, for being so kind to a starry-eyed kid, one of the Sonic Youth babies that you birthed in the No Wave movement of the 1970s.
that's beautiful
Brigid as a young woman working in an NYC bookstore, she probably saw a bit of herself. it's not embarrassing, i bet she appreciated you.
Brigid beautiful account. Art in every form should challenge the individual listening or viewing it and she has done both. You are so lucky to have that encounter.
that great generosity of spirit ..... it sure does mark her out
Kanye is an asshole but he's not untalented
I’ve been listening to Patti Smith since I was 13! I’m a 54 year old grandma and STILL listen to her music on the daily! My teenage friends always questioned my love for her music, maybe they couldn’t hear the lyrics as well as I did? Nonetheless, she was and still is my favorite artist of all time! I heard “Because the Night” on the car radio recently and the damn dj gave credit to Patty Smyth! I was so hopping mad that I pulled over and called into the radio station and demanded the correction; funny, they complied;-)! Patti Smith is and always will be a legend! She deserved this, Congrats!!!
AMEN
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Patti Smith is always honest. This speech of hers is brimming with honesty.
Great person.
I really like her personality, she seems very gracious and sweet.
Oh for goodness sakes. To all the people criticizing that she should have thanked Robert Mapplethorpe, William Burroughs, Hilly Kristal, blah, blah blah! Get a life! She thanked the people she should have; her parents, spouse, kids and band members, plus a classy thanks to Clive Davis. I think this was probably one of the classiest acceptance speeches in RRHF history.
And it's not like she's never thanked any of them before. She does it often. Gawd, she devoted a whole book to Mapplethorpe. Was she supposed to carry a portrait of Rimbaud up there with her too? As for Hilly, she thanked him to his face the night she closed out CBGBs and even pushed musicians to create their own new space. I agree, this is one of the better speeches from the RRHOF.
She talks at a good rate, not too fast, not too slow. She seems to have made considered decisions about who to thank
I saw her show in Glasgow, Scotland in the 90s. Before she went on stage she was down mingling with the audience just to say hi. I love that. I think she's amazing.
patti smith to me is like a guide on how to be human
Omg this speech is incredible!!! Thank you Patti!!!! 2020
She is so cute and humble. I love Pattie!!
My Heroine. My artistic role model. Legend. Icon.
In "Just Kids" she tells about the first time she was invited to do a poetry reading back in 1971 and someone suggested adding music. She thought of a guy she knew who played the guitar, called him and asked him if he could "play a car crash on the guitar". He said "Sure!" and agreed to add some musical background during the reading. That was Lenny Kaye. He's part of her band to this day. I find that so beautiful.
Patti Smith what a class act!
Patti is REAL.
She is like the queen of universe:)
TRUE ICON....ROCK in its humblest, purest form!
So beautiful. She is all grace and passion .
Wonderful person. Great artist. ♥️♥️♥️
"Birds of feathers flock together" couldn't be more convenient in this context when the great, revolutionary, hero of mine, Zack inducts the pioneer of genuine, innovative, artistic female presence, Patti. This is one of the few perfect moments of rock n roll hall of fame and the garnish on this moment's gateau is the expression on the plastic, corporate pet's face, Kid Rock after Zack's speech.
She is a beautiful woman.
I believe she's loved in all the world expecially from the 70'-80' generation that was live those years. I'm italian but I understand and listen her music
from I was 17-18 years and for a long time later . This have given me a lot.
"Because it is the new generation that will redefine the landscape of rock and roll."
She is, what she is, a grateful lady
This is one of the most honest, moving, real, and touching things I've ever seen in my life. If ever there were two soul mates, it's Patti & Fred "Sonic" Smith. I love that she's always so honest about how much she loves & misses him rather than trying to put a "positive" spin on it the way it sometimes seems society tries to pressure people to do after they've lost someone they love deeply. I love how much she expresses her love for him in this along with everyone else she loves and has lost who means so very much to her. You will definitely be extremely moved by watching this. ❤️❤️
Amazing woman.
God I love her. The first album I bought of hers was Radio Ethiopia, 45 years ago and I still love it. She's an amazing artist.
Patti smith is a legend, i love her, thank you Patti.
Patty you were excellent on Johnnie Carson an late night TV. We who watched you in your early years adored and love you..
Love you,Patti.Such an inspiration.Wonderful lady.
What an amazing human being. Each time I hear her speak or listen to her music it awakens something deep inside me. It's hard to explain.
What ruined this a bit for me was the cameraman zooming in on Kid Rock drinking his beer. The douche of the century. I hope that he did listen to some of the things she said and will learn from it. Peace and Noise to each of you.
In regards to Rock......Dream on.
Such a beautiful soul, that is what is all about
Patti is so unique 🐎🎸🦄
Congrats,Patti,you deserve that award ,😄for all those late nights,when everyone else was too wasted too play or go on real trooper you are,luv you madly ,,JaneDoe,,xxoo
She is a force of pure gold. I love this woman. She deserved it.
Love her so much!!!
Patti Smith, you have taught us so much about art, poetry, music, and courage! You have been lucky to have had so much love in your life! Thank you for sharing! I love you!
What a classy lady. Patti's Dream of Life is one of the greatest recordings I have ever heard and purchased. I saw Patti open for the Rolling Stones (The Cockroaches) in 1978 at the beautiful Fox Theater in Atlanta, as her Because the Night zoomed up the charts, and again in the 1990s at Atlanta Music Midtown. She is so wonderful. Today, I bought a second row seat to see her for the third time, at the Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta. I simply cannot wait.
what a great speech, Patti you are a true poet and artist.
Fan depuis mes 12 ans ,j ai attendu jusqu'à 2018 où elle est passée a Paris , superbe concert
💜💜💜
Loved what she said about Fred Sonic Smith, Now lets get him & the MC5 in the Hall of fame 2018!
Obrian81 Man, do you think brother Wayne is really interested for this? I doubt it...
Patti= Goddess
You can tell how intelligent and well read she is. She is well spoken and a great musician. Thank you Patti.
God bless Patti Smith
Patti on t'aime, tu es une grande artiste, tu es un amour.
This woman is the bomb!
Love you Patti. you are the best. Of a dying bread
*Breed
Patti has defined my life.....MY HERO!!
Patti you rock!
Just came across this again I just love that lady! Her convo with her late husband sounds like me and my husband!😂
Fred "Sonic" Smith and the MC5 should be in the Hall of Fame!!
RIP: Fred "Sonic" Smith, Rob Tyner & Michael Davis
Patti is such a role model. She's never tried to be anything but who she is. She's never compromised her music or her authenticity. We should all strive for that and not let others influence who we are. She's really taught me that I am good enough just as I am and don't have to pretend to be anyone else.
Look how pissed Kid Rock is after Zack's speech. Hahahahaha
why, what did he say?
Kid Rock is such a fucking worthless douche
wondered what was up with him! Looks like a GIT!
When Patti Smith's toenail possess more talent than he ever could...
We love you Patti and Sonic
The most beautiful woman on the planet earth. The night's not the only time that belongs to love. All day and night is good time to love...
Thanks so much for this. Patti You'll always be our Punk Goddess
💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
LOVE YOU Patti Smith!!!!
their has always been rock...and so it is and so it shall be. Patti is so cool...so spiritual....
Met her..Awesome lady
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it took her only 32 years of career to be inducted into the Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame, who normally gave such an honor to artist with 25 + years of career since their first record, in order of their "contribution to the music". WTF she must be inducted inmidiatelly! she is one of the most talented and influential artist of all time.
I looove this!!! I don't know yet who she is but let's make this world better!
it still blows my mind I met this woman and her wonderful daughter Jesse back in october here in Flint, MI.. thanks Patti for playing a free show.. I'll never forget shaking your hand and hearing what you said to me.. your my hero.
So humble. She was underappreciated, but a great justice has been done. Now she is in the HOF.
This is beautiful
We Love Patty
Patti is brighter than the brightest star -- I love her so much...
Love you Patti❤️
Saw Patti in the 70's at the Roxy in L.A. I will never forget that show!
Patti ...You Are An Outstanding Woman..In Every Way Shape & Form... And I Love You ~
I Respect You and I Am Inspired by You in Music~ ~♥Voices~
Patti Smith is adorable. Eddie Vedder is a sweety. and kid rock...
much love and respect for Patti
What a champion!
I love this woman!
What an inspiration xoxo
I love how she thanked Ivan, she loved him dearly. He was a great guitarist.
I just love her. I did get to see her in 2000. She is coming to Portland Oregon in August this year. I really want to go. Trying to figure it out.
The first time I got to see her it was a spiritual experience. We sang happy birthday to Jackson over the phone.
One of the MOST truthful people out here
i cried.....
I loved Richard Sohl. ❤
He made Voice & Diction with Mrs. Koehler an awesome experience.
So sad that he died so young.
May he R.I.P. 🕊
Thank you Patti for all you've given us
yes she deserve it so great artist
She is the greatest
Patti is a true kindred spirit!
What a nice lady!!!
In the first shot I see Michael Anthony of VH and I'm like ya! And then I see Kid Rock and my heart gets sad..... but Patti Smith is a legend and deserved this recognition.
i want to hug zack de la rocha like that😂that would be my best award to me😋😘😗😍😍😍😍💋💋❤
Probably the best Hall of Fame acceptance speech ever.
So moving. She's had more than her share of pain. An original.
Patti Smith is the true essence of a woman . .in a world full of shallow narcissistic crap she still shines like a diamond . . still handsome as fuck too . .
There is a series of videos entitled "Clive Davis: Satan's Son" on youtube. There are 6 parts to it, I think. I've watched them all and it blew me away!!! It's a must watch for truth seekers about EVIL in the music industry. I don't know who the narrator is but it's a black guy that knows what is really going on in the music industry and its history.
Oh, Patti Smith, how I admire you!
I am blessed to have a great long-term memory, but a poor short one. Anyway, I went to NYC to see Patti years back, and when I was going to the concert, I saw JD Dougherty, whom I didn't know at the time, but gave him a weird, scoffing look bc he was wearing a strange combination of clothes, like a blazer and a Hoodie together, hahaha, I was like, "GD hipster." But it was NYC and a PATTI SMITH show! So, hey. It was a wonderful concert inside a museum and she sang everything: Neil Young, Dylan etc but perhaps not Gloria 😢 oh well. Love to Patti. A great lady and hip and right influences. ✅️ I'd love to meet her. And everything I read, there's Patti. Blake, Dylan (bob), Rimbaud, Genet, etc.