64 - JOEY RAMONE – THE RAMONES

JOEY RAMONE – THE RAMONES Two sheets of handwritten working lyrics for “Censorshit” (1992), accompanied by Joey Ramone’s personal annotations and a certificate of provenance from his estate. Two sheets of yellow lined paper bearing Joey Ramone’s (1951–2001) handwritten working lyrics for “Censorshit,” the opening track of the album *Mondo Bizarro*, released by the Ramones in 1992. The two sheets feature different versions of the lyrics, rewrites, and marginal notes, offering insight into the artist’s writing process. Several passages appear in the recorded version, while others reveal lines that were discarded or modified. The manuscript also includes personal notes related to a proposed radio show, including several title suggestions featuring Joey Ramone’s name. Among them is “Joey Ramone’s Radio Coup,” the title ultimately chosen for a program broadcast in 1996 on the music platform Addicted to Noise. These annotations shed additional light on the artist’s activities beyond his career with the Ramones. The pages come directly from Joey Ramone’s personal collection. Their authenticity and provenance are attested to by a letter from his estate, signed on February 11, 2013, by Mickey Leigh, the artist’s brother. An Aguttes certificate of authenticity is included. Provenance: Joey Ramone, personal collection. February 21, 2013, Joey Ramone Estate, with certificate of provenance signed by Mickey Leigh, RR Auction, Marvels of Modern Music, February 21, 2013, lot 367. Private collection.