Biography

Patricia Lee Smith is an American singer-songwriter, musician, author, and poet who became an influential component of the New York City punk rock movement with her 1975 debut album Horses. Called the "punk poet laureate," Smith fused rock and poetry in her work.

Known For

Wim Wenders, Desperado

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Jeff Buckley: Everybody Here Wants You

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The Blank Generation

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Ron Delsener Presents

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Kiss My Grits: The Herstory of Women in Punk and Hard Rock

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Patti Smith: Dream of Life

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The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts

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You're Gonna Miss Me: A Film About Roky Erickson

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