On July 26, 2023, Mick Jagger—yes, the one and only legendary frontman of The Rolling Stones—celebrated his 80th birthday. While fans were busy sending love and nostalgia his way, it’s his longtime bandmate Keith Richards who often steals a little of the spotlight with memes and jokes about his seemingly ageless rock ‘n’ roll spirit.
Keith, who turns 80 this December, has become a bit of an internet legend himself. You’ve probably seen the hilarious photoshopped images placing him in everything from ancient Egypt to the Nativity scene—joking that he’s lived through every era in history. It’s all in good fun and speaks to the mythic status both he and Jagger hold in the music world.
But while the jokes are funny, the truth is even more impressive: at 79, Mick Jagger is still an unstoppable force on stage. With moves inspired by Tina Turner and the energy of someone half his age, he commands stadiums like few others ever could. One fan even compared Jagger’s pre-show routine to that of a professional athlete—because honestly, that’s what it takes to do what he does night after night.
One incredible highlight came during the Rolling Stones’ recent Sixty tour across Europe. In Stockholm, fans were treated to a rare live performance of “Out Of Control” from their 1997 album Bridges to Babylon. They also brought back the classic “Out of Time” from 1966, showing that their deep catalog still resonates powerfully across generations.
So, if you’re wondering whether Mick’s still got it—absolutely, he does.