Pryor refers to Richard Pryor, who was a well-known American comedian. He was known for his groundbreaking and thought-provoking stand-up comedy that dealt with social issues and often used profanity. The clue provided is a description of Richard Pryor's style and the quote is a representation of his comedic approach.
Note: The provided meaning of the answer is for the latest New York Times crossword puzzle clue: Recipient of the inaugural Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. Explanations are generated by AI and may be inaccurate.