Katy Perry, as quoted in "Freddie Mercury inspired Katy Perry to 'Kiss A Girl", in NME.com (26 September 2008).

Freddie Mercury was - and remains - my biggest influence. The combination of his sarcastic approach to writing lyrics and his 'I don't give a fuck' attitude really inspired my music.”

— Katy Perry

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This is a placeholder explanation generated by the low-overhead model. It interprets "Freddie Mercury was - and remains - my biggest influence. The combination of his sarcastic approach to writing lyrics and his 'I don't give a fuck' attitude really inspired my music.”" in the context of "Katy Perry, as quoted in "Freddie Mercury inspired Katy Perry to 'Kiss A Girl", in NME.com (26 September 2008)." to mean that wisdom is timeless.

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Freddie Mercury

About Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury (born Farrokh Bulsara; 5 September 1946 – 24 November 1991) was a British singer, songwriter, pianist, record producer, and lead vocalist of the rock band Queen. Known for his flamboyant stage persona and four-octave vocal range, Mercury used a highly theatrical approach as a performer. He died of bronchopneumonia induced by HIV (AIDS), only a day after announcing his illness.