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This reads as a playful acceptance of a label that might sound strange at first. It points to the way symbols can be reclaimed, turning something dramatic into a source of pride and power. The line lands when a person is described in a colorful or exaggerated way, and chooses to wear that image without apology.
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About Yoko Ono
Japanese artist, musician, and peace activist
Yoko Ono is a Japanese artist, musician, and peace activist. She is also known for performance art and filmmaking. Her work spans several forms, with performance art and film alongside music and visual art. As a public figure, she has long been associated with peace activism, and her creative life has moved across art and music rather than fitting neatly into one field.
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