Hi,how are you?

Hi, how are you? is not a separate artist but actually the title of a seminal 1983 album by Daniel Johnston, an American singer-songwriter and visual artist recognized for his influential role in outsider, lo-fi, and alternative music scenes. Johnston’s album *Hi, How Are You* features the iconic artwork of "Jeremiah the Innocent," a character that became a symbol strongly associated with him, especially after Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain famously wore a T-shirt with this frog image. Known for his raw, heartfelt, and childlike musical style, Johnston often recorded his music alone on home cassette tapes, using simple instruments like piano and chord organ, lending a unique sincerity and emotional depth to his songs.

Daniel Johnston’s life and work were deeply intertwined with his struggles with bipolar disorder, which shaped much of his art and music, creating a poignant and sometimes fragile quality that resonated with many fans and fellow musicians. He developed a cult following in the 1980s by handing out tapes while working menial jobs and living a somewhat nomadic lifestyle, including a stint in a traveling carnival. Despite his mental health challenges, Johnston’s creative output and influence grew, cementing him as an enduring figure in indie music and art until his death in 2019. The phrase "Hi, how are you?" became a lasting greeting and message of connection, inspiring mental health awareness projects and tributes that continue to celebrate his legacy today.

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