The Rolling Stones, especially Jagger and Richards, who are associated as symbols of rebellion and danger, are translated into other forms in non-music fields. For example, hooliganism in football, where The Rolling Stones symbol is often displayed in the stadium to show unity and courage in supporting the Bandung football team, Persib.
Japi Tambajong stated in Ensiklopedi Musik (1991) that The Rolling Stones influenced people’s slang words. On the other hand, The Rolling Stones logo can also be found on several food brand logos to indicate very spicy food.
Viking Stoners
T-shirt from the Persib Bandung (Bandung City football team) supporters group using The Rolling Stones logo. They have the motto “Persib and Rock n Roll”.
O’Kir Spicy Chips
One of the food products that uses The Rolling Stones logo to show a very spicy taste.
I’m Superstar
A short fictional story about a boy who wanna be Mick Jagger.
25 Photos of The Rolling Stones Translations in Public
Bandung’s small alleys, urban slums that are considered dangerous (such as prone to muggings, drug smuggling places), but are also known as The Rolling Stones fan base. Photos show here are murals, sticker pictures, and people from the 1970s-1980s who still adapt The Rolling Stones in their lives.
Jeger means Thug
Some popular words are inspired by The Rolling Stones but their use is not related to music. The term jeger, in the 80s was often used by the media to refer to bandits, small thugs who were considered to disturb public order.
