Mick Jagger In His Own Words

by Mick Jagger

In this fascinating collection of archive interviews with the famed lead singer of the Rolling Stones, we hear - in his owns words - about being the voice of his generation. Mick Jagger talks about touring with one of the biggest bands in the world and why he needs to perform. He discusses his favourite Stones songs and is extraordinarily open about some of his personal experiences, which have included drugs and alcohol, prison and being anti-establishment. He is particularly candid about earning money, being the businessman of the Stones and hating awards and ceremonies. In addition, Mick talks about his solo work, the longevity of the Rolling Stones, fatherhood and family, his love of cricket and, ultimately, making music to make you happy. Interviews include: archive radio newsreel, BBC Radio (first broadcast 25 July 1964); The Look of the Week, BBC TV (first broadcast 21 May 1967); 24 Hours, BBC TV (first broadcast 9 October 1970); My Top 12, BBC Radio 1 (first broadcast 8 August 1974); Janice Long, BBC Radio 1 (first broadcast 22 June 1986); Mick Jagger, BBC TV (28 August 1987); Steve Wright, BBC Radio 1 (first broadcast 8 September 1987); Nicky Campbell, BBC Radio 1 (first broadcast 5 September 1989); Simon Bates, BBC Radio 1 (first broadcast 21 November 1992).

1 CD. 1 hr 1 min.

1 pages, Audio CD

First published January 1, 1982

About the author

Sir Michael Phillip "Mick" Jagger is a Golden Globe-winning and two-time Grammy-winning English rock musician, actor, songwriter, record and film producer and businessman. He is best known as the frontman of the rock and roll band The Rolling Stones.

Reviews

[Erin · Rating 2 out of 5]

Exactly one hour long, but worth it to hear Mick's young voice that somehow sounds even younger as the years go by.

[John Lyman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finished writing my review and my iPad erased it which is angering.

I had this book on my shelf for a few years, very glad I finally read it. It was cool to hear what Mick thinks/thought about a wide range of topics. Although not a regular autobiography it still gives insight into Mick's experiences and views. More details about where and when interviews took place would've been nice. I wonder how many opinions Mick still holds. It's been 40 years now, 60 for some comments, I think.

[Cora · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was interesting. It gave a different perspective of fame but my favourite were this oldest interviews when he said he didnt think he would still be rocking in his 40s. Here we are decades later and he is still rocking and a HUGE icon. It is great to see how humble he was at the beginning and some of the things he was saying about drugs and alcohol are still relevant today.

[Terence Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't know if Mick really wrote this book (or ghostwriter for him) but i really liked it. I really enjoyed reading it and remembering the great time of rock and roll in the 60s. It's fun read, no wisdom or specific philosophy just good ol' fun. I do recommend this book for kids of 60s, 70s and 80s.

[Piper Winchester · Rating 4 out of 5]

First time reading about Mick.
He needs to write a memoir

[Pam · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was an audiobook because I wanted to hear Mick. Unfortunately the sound was terrible with most of these old tapes. It was staggered and difficult to follow.
Oh well.

[C · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really entertaining audiobook. Jagger sounds cool and strives hard to be sincere. He comes off very likable.

[Thomas Stroemquist · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quotes upon quotes from Mick. Some very revealing, some feels snatched from all thinkable context. But most are very entertaining!