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“They’re so boring. They’re so pathetic, all those journalists. Most of them are. Most of those kind that write gossip stuff, and most of it’s gossip. Things are just invented about your personal life and you just have to take that. It’s bullshit. People believe it, though. They just believe everything they read.”
In a 1975 remark, Mick Jagger didn’t mince words when expressing his disdain for what he saw as uninspired journalism. Reflecting on the state of media, Jagger dismissed many journalists as dull and uninventive, describing their work as lacking energy and originality. He viewed the majority of writers covering music and culture at the time as “boring” and “pathetic,” offering little more than predictable, surface-level insights that failed to capture the essence of the subjects they were covering.
Jagger’s comment likely stemmed from his extensive experience with the press, having spent years in the spotlight as one of the world’s most famous rock stars. The Rolling Stones had become accustomed to media scrutiny, with journalists often focusing more on sensationalism than meaningful analysis of their music or cultural impact. This critique highlights Jagger’s frustration with what he perceived as the media’s inability—or unwillingness—to dive deeper into the complexities of artistry, creativity, and the evolving landscape of rock music.
His statement, while blunt, also underscores the gap he observed between the creativity of musicians and the coverage they received. Jagger’s sharp critique of journalism reflects his demand for a higher standard of engagement and thoughtfulness from those chronicling the music world, emphasizing the need for media to rise above superficial narratives and contribute meaningfully to the cultural conversation. It’s a testament to his own artistic integrity and his unwillingness to accept mediocrity, even in the realm of journalism.
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