“I had concussions as a kid playing football and basketball, and know what it feels like and to have someone say 'Just rub some dirt on it, and get back in there.'”

A musician and songwriter from the United States, Billy Corgan rose to prominence in the 1990s as the frontman of the influential rock band Smashing Pumpkins. He is known for his introspective lyrics, genre-blending compositions, and contributions to alternative rock’s emotional depth.