This is a very general understanding of art in China, that being an artist can make you money and turn you into a star.

[Being unique] gives so much privilege to people who can make it, rather than having some moral and aesthetic discussions.

I wouldn’t say I’ve become more radical: I was born radical.

I think my stance and my way of life is my most important art.

I can still wake up the next day and feel that there's something that needs to be done, which always amuses me.

China spends a lot of resources and effort on gaining soft power over culture. The hope is that it can be the last lifeline for the Party's survival. Obviously, the idea will fail.

If a society cannot even support somebody like me, then people ask: Who is under protection then? That's why there is such support for me. It is not because I am so beautiful or I am so charming. People feel: This guy is fighting for us.