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Wesley Lawrence Willis (May 31, 1963 – August 21, 2003) was an American musician and visual artist. Diagnosed with schizophrenia in 1989, Willis began a career as an underground singer-songwriter in the outsider music tradition. Willis' songs are typically partially spoken in an MC style, and partially sung in a nasal and out-of-tune manner ...
A tribute to the Chicago street musician who sang about his favorite products and indie rock bands with a Casio keyboard and a raspy voice. Learn about his life, career, illness and legacy from his fans and friends.
Aug 22, 2003 · Wesley Willis, one of the most unusual characters in music, died Thursday, most likely from heart failure. The schizophrenic singer was best known for his homages to other musicians and songs...
Aug 21, 2003 · A tribute to the schizophrenic, casio-accompanied songwriter who died in 2003. Learn about his music, art, humor, and his biggest fan, Jello Biafra.
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Wesley Willis (1963–2003) was an American musician and street artist diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia. Wesley was born in Chicago, Illinois. He grew up in Chicago’s projects as one of 10...
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Apr 22, 2016 · Learn about the life and work of Wesley Willis, a self-taught keyboardist and drawer who became a cult figure in the '90s with his simple and catchy songs. Explore his complex relationship with his audience, his mental health, and his legacy in Chicago's outsider-art scene.
Wesley Lawrence Willis (May 31, 1963 – August 21, 2003) was an American musician and visual artist. Diagnosed with schizophrenia in 1989, Willis began a career as an underground singer-songwriter in the outsider music tradition.
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