Mick Jagger's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 27, 2025

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Mick Jagger.

Sir Michael Philip Jagger, known as Mick Jagger, is an iconic English musician, primarily recognized as the lead singer and a founding member of the Rolling Stones. Spanning over six decades, his career is marked by his distinctive voice, energetic stage presence, and influential frontmanship in rock music history. The songwriting partnership between Jagger and Keith Richards has produced some of rock's most enduring songs, becoming a trademark of the band's sound. Beyond his musical achievements, Jagger was known early in his career for his personal life, including romantic relationships and drug use, solidifying his image as a countercultural figure.

Sections (5)

Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

1989: Induction into the American Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

In 1989, Mick Jagger was inducted into the American Rock and Roll Hall of Fame alongside other members of The Rolling Stones.

1989: Induction into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

In 1989, Mick Jagger was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the Rolling Stones.

1989: Start of Fortune Revenue Calculation

Starting in 1989 and up to 2001, The Rolling Stones generated more than US$1.5 billion in total gross revenue, surpassing other artists.

September 1994: Performance at MTV Video Music Awards

On September 8, 1994, The Rolling Stones performed at the 1994 MTV Video Music Awards and received the Lifetime Achievement Award.

1995: Voodoo Lounge Wins Grammy Award

In 1995, Voodoo Lounge won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Album at the Grammy Awards.

1996: End of Voodoo Lounge Tour

In 1996, The Rolling Stones' Voodoo Lounge Tour concluded, grossing $320 million and becoming the world's highest-grossing tour at the time.

2001: End of Fortune Revenue Calculation

From 1989 up to 2001, The Rolling Stones generated more than US$1.5 billion in total gross revenue, surpassing other artists.

2002: Jagger knighted for services to popular music

In 2002, Mick Jagger was honoured with a knighthood for his services to popular music in the Queen's Birthday Honours.

December 2003: Jagger receives knighthood accolade

On December 12, 2003, Mick Jagger received his knighthood accolade from The Prince of Wales, with his father and daughters present.

2003: Knighthood

In 2003, Mick Jagger was knighted for his services to popular music.

November 2004: Induction into the UK Music Hall of Fame

In November 2004, The Rolling Stones, including Mick Jagger, were among the inaugural inductees into the UK Music Hall of Fame.

2004: Induction into UK Music Hall of Fame

In 2004, Mick Jagger was inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame with the Rolling Stones.

2004: Soundtrack for Alfie

In 2004, Mick Jagger, along with David A. Stewart, wrote and performed the soundtrack to the film 'Alfie', including the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song-winning single "Old Habits Die Hard".

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