Rolling Stones need to go out with dignity
AM I the only one getting a little fed up with all the reverence shown to the Rolling Stones as they celebrate their 50th anniversary?
Yes, they may be the world’s greatest rock and roll band, but how I wish they would now bow out quietly with a bit of dignity, instead of deluding themselves that they remain as cool as ever.
At least Status Quo don’t take themselves seriously (mind you, they never did). At Quo’s gigs there’s always a self-deprecating glint on those rheumy old eyes.
On BBC TV’s The One Show, the Stones were interviewed separately, one by one, with distinct reverence. Of course, Mick, the king, got top billing - i.e., he went last. You were left with the distinct impression that they don’t even like each other much anymore they’re only in it for the money.
A lot of people moaned when Paul McCartney popped up at the Olympic opening ceremony. “Give it a rest, Paul, you’re past it,” they said.
Rock is essentially a young man’s game
But at least Paul doesn’t kid himself he’s sexy by cavorting across the stage like a half-demented teenager. He, and Elton, stick to great music and their pianos.
Rock is essentially a young man’s game. The Stones aren’t doing their generation any favours. Move over Mick. Because we used to love you, but it’s all over now.