4 Rolling Stones Songs Where Mick Jagger’s Falsetto Got a Workout
The article highlights four Rolling Stones songs in which Mick Jagger uses falsetto prominently: “Fool To Cry”, “Miss You”, “Emotional Rescue” and “Worried About You”. It argues that this higher vocal register is an important part of Jagger’s expressive style, helping him shape each song’s mood rather than relying on conventional technical perfection.
“Fool To Cry”, from 1976’s Black And Blue, uses falsetto in its Philly soul-influenced chorus, while 1978’s “Miss You” turns it into a disco-era vocal hook. “Emotional Rescue” features the technique early and frequently before Jagger shifts lower later in the song, and “Worried About You”, assembled for Tattoo You from earlier Black And Blue-era sessions, uses it to convey romantic frustration; its guitar solo was played by Wayne Perkins, who had auditioned to join the band.
- Jagger’s falsetto is central to four Rolling Stones songs.
- “Miss You” made it a memorable disco-influenced hook.
- “Worried About You” originated in earlier recording sessions.