The Rolling Stones Reveal Surprising Truths: Keith's No-Phone Life, Amy Winehouse Cover, and Mick's Hollywood Dreams

The Rolling Stones just gave Billboard one of the most revealing interviews in years, and the stories that didn’t make the print edition are equally fascinating. The band decided to cover Amy Winehouse’s“You Know I’m No Good”on their new Foreign Tongues album, a choice that reflects their deep respect for one of England’s greatest artists. Mick Jagger explained that he felt connected to the song’s minor-key harmonica structure, saying he could’ve written it himself. Meanwhile, Keith Richards emphasized Amy’s incredible talent and tragic loss, describing her as one of the best exports England ever produced. For a group that built their legacy on covers, this tribute feels both natural and deeply meaningful.

What really caught people’s attention was Keith’s revelation about his lifestyle. The iconic guitarist doesn’t own a cellphone and has no intention of getting one. His reasoning is refreshingly straightforward: he doesn’t appreciate the idea of being permanently available for everyone who wants to call him up. Maybe, he suggests, people should consider that he might be writing a song or focused on something important instead of assuming he’s just waiting around. It’s a philosophy that might sound radical in 2026, but coming from one of rock’s greatest minds, it makes you pause and think about your own relationship with technology and constant connectivity.

Mick Jagger also opened up about his early acting aspirations and how Hollywood has changed. Back in the seventies, the film industry wasn’t welcoming to musicians trying to crossover into acting. There was real prejudice against the idea of a rock star becoming a serious actor. Today, that barrier has completely dissolved, and Mick notes he would’ve had way more opportunities if he’d been starting out now. He’s even done a recent cameo in an experimental silent film, suggesting his passion for acting never really went away. As if all this wasn’t enough, Keith hinted that another solo album might be coming, his first since 2015’s Crosseyed Heart. What aspect of the Stones’story speaks to you most—Keith’s tech philosophy, their respect for Amy, or the possibility of new solo material?