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GQ Columnist Chris Black Reflects on a Year Lived Fully


Annual "Pulling Weeds" Review Captures the Essence of 2023


GQ columnist and cultural commentator Chris Black has released his highly anticipated annual retrospective. Known for his sharp observations on his Instagram account, @donetodeathprojects, Black’s "Pulling Weeds" Year in Review offers a curated look at the people, places, and phenomena that shaped his last twelve months.


Curating a Year of Experiences


The premise of the list is simple yet compelling: after living through another year and experiencing what he estimates to be 12,000 things, Black distills it all into a definitive Top 10 list. This tradition has become a much

  • anticipated year-end event for his readers and followers.


  • The columnist describes the creation of the list as something "the universe demanded," highlighting its organic and essential nature within his creative process. The full "Pulling Weeds" Year in Review is available to read now.


    What Defines a Cultural Moment?


    While the specific contents of the Top 10 list are found in the full article, the project itself speaks to a larger cultural trend of year

  • end recaps. Chris Black’s review goes beyond simple nostalgia, aiming to identify and analyze the trends, brands, and moments that genuinely resonated.



    • Cultural Commentary: The list serves as a snapshot of the year's defining cultural currents.

    • Personal Curation: It reflects a highly selective and personal perspective on what mattered most.

    • Year
    • End Tradition: The review has become an anticipated annual event for followers of Black's work.