Vowels are the most illuminated letters in the alphabet. Vowels are the colors and souls of poetry and speech. (1976 Penthouse interview)
Patti SmithAbout author
- Author's profession: Musician, Poet
- Nationality: american
- Born: December 20, 1946
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