Keith Richards, 2003, on Jagger receiving knighthood, reported in In quotes: Keith Richards, BBC (April 4, 2007).
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I thought it was ludicrous to take one of those gongs from the establishment... it's not what the Stones is about, is it? I don't want to step out on stage with someone wearing a fucking coronet and sporting the old ermine. I told Mick, 'It's a fucking paltry honour.'
— Keith Richards on Mick Jagger
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About Keith Richards
Keith Richards (born December 18, 1943) is an English singer, musician, songwriter, guitarist, and actor best known as one of the original members of the Rolling Stones.
About Keith Richards
Keith Richards (born December 18, 1943) is an English singer, musician, songwriter, guitarist, and actor best known as one of the original members of the Rolling Stones.
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