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Patti Smith Meets Pope Leo XIV | Music News
Patti Smith, punk icon and poet, just had a jaw-dropping private meeting with Pope Francis—yes, the same Pope who’s been rocking the Vatican’s modern vibe. It wasn’t your typical papal audience; it was a warm, electric chat where music, dreams, and shared Chicago roots sparked a deep connection. Father Spadaro, the Vatican’s culture guy, called it a “spark” — laughter, mutual respect, and a sense of shared purpose in a chaotic world. Smith, who’s never been a regular churchgoer but has performed twice at the Vatican’s Christmas concerts, seemed genuinely moved. Two American voices, one from…
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