This is such a brilliant dive into the soul of rock-and-roll spirituality! Patti Smith's rendition of 'Gloria,' with its unapologetic opening line, feels like a raw, unfiltered dialogue with faith. It's less about rejecting spirituality and more about challenging conventional dogma a theme that feels just as electric today as it did in '75. Your portrayal of Smith's approach as 'rebellious but responsible' encapsulates her balance between reverence and resistance, an attitude that resonates with anyone who's ever felt out of place in traditional religious spaces. Thank you for unpacking this powerful moment where punk meets profound introspection!