Mick Jagger, the 82-year-old frontman of the Rolling Stones, discussed his perspective on his role as an entertainer during an interview with the New York Times podcast, "The Interview." He stated that his primary job is to ensure that audiences enjoy themselves and can forget their problems during his performances. Jagger compared the experience of attending a concert to watching a sports event, where the focus is on enjoyment rather than external issues.
He emphasized that he does not wish to lecture his fans but is open to including social commentary in his song lyrics. Jagger mentioned that while he aims to entertain, he has also engaged in political commentary during performances. This was highlighted by an incident at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in May 2024, where he called out Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry during his set. In response, Governor Landry made a comment on social media referencing Jagger's age and welcoming him to Louisiana.