Quotes by Bill Hicks

About Bill Hicks:


William Melvin "Bill" Hicks was an American comedian, social critic, satirist and musician. His material, encompassing a wide range of social issues including religion, politics, and philosophy, was controversial, and often steeped in dark comedy. He criticized consumerism, superficiality, mediocrity, and banality within the media and popular culture, which he characterized as oppressive tools of the ruling class that keep people "stupid and apathetic".[citation needed]

Author Bio


  • NameBill Hicks
  • DescriptionAmerican comedian
  • BornDecember 16, 1961
  • DiedFebruary 26, 1994
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionMusician; Writer; Actor