Mick Jagger on Aging: "There's Nothing Good About It"—What the Rolling Stones Legend Really Means

At 82 years old, Mick Jagger isn’t mincing words. The Rolling Stones frontman recently told The New York Times that aging is rough. No wisdom comes with it, he says. No benefits. You just forget things and can’t move as fast. For someone who’s been in the spotlight for over six decades, Jagger admits that level of fame creates a disconnect from normal life. You feel separated from everyday people. But he works to fight that feeling by walking the streets, doing regular things, and staying grounded. It’s a candid reminder that even legends struggle with the passage of time.

What’s remarkable is that Jagger isn’t dwelling on this. The Rolling Stones just released their 25th studio album,“Foreign Tongues,”which hit number one in the UK and marked their 15th chart-topper—tying them with The Beatles. Jagger says the reason The Stones exist is simple: to give concert audiences two hours where they can completely escape their everyday problems and just enjoy life. No politics, no lectures, just pure entertainment and connection. That’s the job he takes seriously, and clearly, it still matters to him.

Looking forward, Jagger’s already writing new material and talking about touring again in 2027. So while he’s being brutally honest about aging’s downsides, he’s proving that creativity and passion don’t have an expiration date. The Stones are proof that legendary musicians can keep evolving and delivering. What’s your take—do you think Jagger’s wrong about aging, or does his honesty resonate with your own experience?