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At 76, Stevie Nicks Finally Breaks Her Silence About the Seven Artists She HATES THE MOST
For decades, Stevie Nicks has reigned as rock’s mystical queen — a singer-songwriter whose ethereal voice, poetic lyrics, and flowing stage presence have made her an icon. Known for her diplomacy and avoidance of public feuds, Nicks has rarely allowed herself to be drawn into music industry rivalries. But in a rare and unfiltered interview at the age of 76, she shocked fans by naming seven artists she “could never work with” — a revelation many interpreted as a candid peek into her private frustrations.
Stevie began by clarifying that her feelings were not about petty jealousy or competition, but about fundamental artistic and personal incompatibility. “In this business,” she explained, “you meet people who are all about the music, and you meet people who are all about themselves. I’ve learned the hard way which is which.”
Without resorting to crude insults, Nicks described her grievances in her signature poetic style. One artist, she said, treated collaborations like “a one-way street,” taking creative ideas without giving credit. Another, she recalled, “never looked beyond the mirror,” showing more interest in personal image than the craft of songwriting.
Her list of disliked artists — though not revealed all at once — spanned multiple genres, from classic rock to modern pop. Some were peers from her Fleetwood Mac days; others were younger acts she had encountered in later collaborations or industry events. In each case, the root of the issue seemed to be a lack of mutual respect or shared creative vision. “I can forgive a bad performance,” Stevie remarked, “but I can’t forgive cruelty or arrogance.”
One particularly telling story involved an early-1980s studio session where Stevie felt undermined and dismissed by a male artist she admired at the time. “I walked out of that room and promised myself I would never let anyone make me feel small in my own space again,” she said. True to her word, she turned down future opportunities to work with him, despite pressure from record executives.
Still, even in this unusually blunt moment, Stevie Nicks maintained her grace. She admitted that “hate” might be too strong a word, replacing it with “deep mistrust” and “irreconcilable differences.” She also acknowledged that time can change people — and that a few on her list might have grown in ways she would respect today.
The interview left fans buzzing, with many speculating about the identities of the seven artists. Social media erupted in debates, with some applauding her honesty and others wishing she would name names outright. But perhaps the mystery is part of the magic — just like her songwriting, Stevie gave enough to spark curiosity while leaving space for imagination.
At 76, Stevie Nicks has nothing left to prove. Her willingness to finally speak about the darker side of her career is not about settling scores, but about owning her truth. And for her fans, it’s a reminder that even rock’s most enchanting goddess has her limits — and that sometimes, silence only lasts until the moment feels right to break it.
