Date of Birth: December 10, 1974
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Megan Martha White, known professionally as Meg White, is an American musician and drummer best known as the drummer of the rock duo The White Stripes. Born in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan, she grew up in Detroit where she met Jack White, her future bandmate and ex-husband. They formed The White Stripes in 1997, quickly gaining a reputation for their raw, garage rock sound and minimalist aesthetic. Meg’s drumming style, characterized by its simplicity and primal energy, became a defining element of the band’s music. The White Stripes achieved significant success with hits like “Seven Nation Army” and “Fell in Love with a Girl,” and received multiple Grammy Awards. Despite the band’s breakup in 2011, Meg White remains an influential figure in the indie and rock music scenes.
5 Interesting Facts about Meg White
1. Meg White originally worked as a bartender before starting her music career.
2. She married Jack White in 1996, and although they divorced in 2000, they continued to present themselves as siblings in public.
3. Meg’s drumming style has often been described as “primal” and “elemental,” which has been both praised and criticized.
4. The White Stripes’ song “In the Cold, Cold Night” features Meg on lead vocals.
5. Meg White is known for being extremely private and has rarely given interviews throughout her career.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Meg White
1. “I never really considered myself a drummer. I always considered myself more of a partner to Jack.”
2. “I think simplicity is a very important aspect of music.”
3. “Sometimes I feel like people can’t separate the music and the personalities involved.”
4. “I just try to keep a steady beat; it’s Jack who makes it all come together.”
5. “The drums are my therapy.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth Meg White has achieved is estimated to be around $20 million.
Children
Meg White does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [The White Stripes Official Site](http://www.whitestripes.com
2. [Meg White’s IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1698751/
4. [Grammy Awards History](https://www.grammy.com/grammys/artists/white-stripes/3590
