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At one time that guy looked like a shining star, you know what I mean? Like he shone. When he walked down the street you could see him coming, he had an aura around him, he was somebody. Mister John Rotten. You know what I mean? Mister John Rotten. I wish I could still be friends with him. I’m really upset about it.”

 — Sid Vicious, 1978 interview.