And there’s been a lot of joy in Jimmy’s life too, not least his family who have become the best part of his social media, over the last few years.įrom a young age, music was an escape for Jimmy Barnes, and when I invited him to Take 5 for series 2 on TV, he came back with a selection of songs that made him, and the music that painted the picture of who the man would become.įrom Little Richard to The Easybeats to Aretha Franklin, this is a beautiful capture of one of Australia’s most loved artists. Listen to music ad-free Play music in the background Access your music downloads, including smart downloads Switch seamlessly between song audio and music videos, only with YouTube Music-Only first-time YouTube Red, Music Premium, YouTube Premium and Google Play Music subscribers are eligible for free trials, introductory offers or. In recent years, he’s become a beacon in the worlds of mental health, helping many who’ve felt trapped finally speak up too. It’s one of childhood trauma, of coming at life with his fists up, and of reaching the rock n’ roll dream at whatever cost. His life story is tumultuous he’s explored it in memoirs, on stage and for those closest to him, in real life. He may have been born in Scotland, but he helped shape Australia’s musical identity first with Cold Chisel and then as a #1 selling solo artist.
