Includes bibliographical references and index

Born James Newell Osterberg Jr., Iggy Pop transcended life in Ypsilanti, Michigan, to become a member of the punk band the Stooges, earning the nickname "the Godfather of Punk." He is one of the most riveting and reckless performers in music history, with a commitment to his art that is perilously total. But his personal life was often a shambles, as he struggled with drug addiction, mental illness, and the ever-problematic question of commercial success in the music world. That he is even alive today, let alone performing with undiminished energy, is a wonder. Biographer Trynka spent time with Iggy's childhood friends, lovers, and fellow musicians, and has spoken to dozens of musicians who count Iggy as an influence, and portrays in detail Iggy's relationship with his enigmatic friend and mentor David Bowie. He also interviewed Iggy himself. What emerges is a psychological study of a Jekyll/Hyde personality.--From publisher description

Most likely to -- Night of the iguana -- The dum dum boys -- Oh my, boo hoo -- Fun house part I : I feel alright -- Fun house part II : this property is condemned -- Street walking cheetah -- She creatures of the Hollywood Hills -- Beating a dead horse -- Kill city -- The passenger -- Here comes my Chinese rug -- Missing in action -- The long, long road -- Night of the zombies -- Hideaway -- Undefeated -- The reptile house

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