Birthdate: May 31, 1963
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Died: August 21, 2003
Wesley Willis, an American musician and visual artist, was known for his distinctive style of outsider music. Diagnosed with schizophrenia, he pursued a career as a singer-songwriter, combining spoken word with off-key singing accompanied by keyboards. His songs, often comedic and surreal, explored themes related to mental health and consumer culture. Willis developed a dedicated following in the 1990s, with popular tracks such as “Rock N Roll McDonald’s.” In addition to leading the Wesley Willis Fiasco, he produced detailed ink-pen drawings of Chicago cityscapes that left a mark on the art world and popular culture with his memorable catchphrase, “It really whips the llama’s ass!”
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