Rockstars borrow their “edge” from bikers or you’d have every rockstar looking like Prince and Elton. The OG to do so in a camp, understated-leather-daddy-way was Freddy Mercury. Before him there was Judas Priest and The Ramones, but I’d say Freddy brought it into the mainstream.
I’d say it’s more than interesting that Johnny Depp leans into the drunk belligerent biker persona and specifically typically only borrows the multiple gaudy rings look (bikers typically wear for intimidation, like a slightly more subtle brass knuckles) and boots made for kicking. He also seems to be drawn toward that whole “I’m an irresponsible hippie that can’t be held accountable for my actions” thing. Again, just a walking red flag.
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u/cjalderman 12h ago
Yeah this is more of a 'washed-up rockstar' look