Jimmy Barnes

Date of Birth: April 28, 1956

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Date of Death: *Jimmy Barnes is alive as of the latest available information.*

Biography

Jimmy Barnes, born James Dixon Swan, is a renowned Scottish-born Australian rock singer and songwriter. He was born on April 28, 1956, in Glasgow, Scotland. Barnes is best known as the lead vocalist of the Australian rock band Cold Chisel, a position he held from 1973 until the band’s initial break-up in 1983 and during subsequent reunions. After Cold Chisel disbanded, Barnes embarked on a successful solo career, becoming one of the best-selling Australian music artists of all time. Barnes’ music is characterized by his powerful, raw voice and his ability to blend various genres, including rock, blues, and soul. Throughout his career, he has released numerous hits and chart-topping albums, earning him a significant place in the Australian music industry. His autobiography, “Working Class Boy,” was published in 2016 and turned into a documentary, providing an in-depth look into his challenging early life and rise to fame.

5 Interesting Facts about Jimmy Barnes

1. Jimmy Barnes moved to Adelaide, Australia, with his family when he was five years old.

2. He was inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame twice – once as a solo artist and once as a member of Cold Chisel.

3. Barnes has released more #1 albums than any other Australian artist.

4. His autobiography, “Working Class Boy,” won the Biography of the Year at the Australian Book Industry Awards in 2017.

5. Barnes has also collaborated with international artists such as Tina Turner and INXS.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jimmy Barnes

1. “Music is a living thing that changes and evolves.”

2. “I’ve always believed that music is the universal language.”

3. “My family and my music are the two things that keep me going.”

4. “Rock ‘n’ roll is not about being perfect; it’s about passion.”

5. “You don’t have to be born with a silver spoon in your mouth to succeed; hard work and perseverance pay off.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Jimmy Barnes’ highest net worth is estimated to be around $20 million.

Children

Jimmy Barnes has four children with his wife Jane Mahoney: Mahalia, Elly-May, EJ, and Jackie. Mahalia and EJ have followed in their father’s footsteps, pursuing careers in the music industry.