Jagger Praises Beatles, Macca Rocks Stones' New Album "Foreign Tongues"!
Jagger Praises Beatles, Macca Rocks Stones' New Album "Foreign Tongues"!
Mick Jagger reveals Paul McCartney's role on two tracks from The Rolling Stones' new album, "Foreign Tongues," and hails The Beatles as "most prolific songwriters." Get the scoop!
Mick Jagger, the iconic frontman of The Rolling Stones, recently shared insightful reflections on the enduring legacy of The Beatles, particularly their prodigious songwriting prowess. In a SiriusXM Classic Vinyl channel interview, Jagger lauded the Fab Four, stating, "They were the most prolific songwriters of that time."
Jagger elaborated on The Beatles' unique ability to not only churn out hit after hit for themselves but also to pen chart-toppers for other artists, including The Rolling Stones. He highlighted how John Lennon and Paul McCartney famously gifted "I Wanna Be Your Man" to The Stones in 1963, which became their second single and a UK Number 12 hit. This tradition of sharing material, Jagger explained, turned The Beatles into an "amazingly prolific" writing machine.
The discussion also touched upon the much-fabled rivalry between the two legendary bands, with Jagger dismissing it as largely a collaborative advantage. He noted that when The Beatles offered a song, it was a win-win situation, benefitting both bands creatively and financially.
Further stoking excitement for rock fans, Jagger confirmed Paul McCartney's collaboration on The Rolling Stones' upcoming album, "Foreign Tongues," which is due out soon. McCartney lends his bass talents to two tracks: "Bite Your Head Off" and "Covered in You." This cross-generational collaboration between rock giants underscores the timeless connection and mutual respect within the music world. The album's release is highly anticipated, promising new sounds from the legendary band.
