David Johansen Fun Facts, Quotes and Tweets

17^th August 2014

Fact: New York Dolls rocker David Johansen thrilled revellers at a karaoke bar in New York on Thursday night (14Aug14) by leaping onstage to perform a song. The veteran punk star was attending a pal's birthday party at the Planet Rose venue when he decided to grab the mic and join in the fun. Johansen performed a rendition of the Big Bopper's Chantilly Lace, and told fellow party guests it was the first time he had ever sung karaoke, according to the New York Post.

29^th May 2009

Quote: "I'm afraid of me. Sometimes when I hear my voice on tape, I'm like, 'Who is that horrible man?'" New York Dolls frontman David Johansen.

7^th August 2006

Quote: "A guy's make-up doesn't have to be done right - if it's done too well, it's kind of nancy-looking. Just slop it on." New York Dolls star David Johansen gives cosmetic tips for men.

6^th August 2006

Quote: "He had, like, an investment portfolio and all this s**t. I don't think he ever bemoaned his financial situation." New York Dolls star David Johansen on fellow punk icon Joey Ramone's secret fortune.