Rod

The Autobiography

By: Rod Stewart

Narrated by: Simon Vance

The extraordinary life and career of music legend Rod Stewart, in his own words for the first time.

With his soulful and singular voice, narrative songwriting, and passionate live performances Rod Stewart has paved one of the most iconic and successful music careers of all time. He was the charismatic lead singer for the trailblazing rock and roll bands The Jeff Beck Group and The Faces, and as a solo artist, the author of such beloved songs as "Maggie May," "Tonight’s the Night," "Hot Legs," "Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?," "Young Turks," "Forever Young," and "You Wear It Well." Now after more than five decades in the spotlight, he is finally ready to take a candid and romping look back at his life both on and off the stage. From his humble British roots to his hell-raising years on tour with his bandmates, not forgetting his great loves (including three marriages and eight children) and decades touring the world, Rod delivers a riveting ride through one of rock's most remarkable lives.

What a LIFE!

I absolutely loved this book!
It was easy to read and full of stories involving names and people you’ve heard about for years yet never had this kind of insight on. Fantastic book would recommend to anyone for a lively bit of reading!

slow start, but quite enjoyable once you get into

I will admit, I had heard that the book was quite enjoyable. I wasn't sure at what point of his career he had started the book.....it starts with him at. a very young age. it takes a slow start and awhile to get into it......but I quite enjoyed his life

Great book. I love you Rod Stewart. Thank you for sharing your journey.

In the late 70s I used to sit in my Plymouth duster at your Carrollwood home. I was disabled and unable to get into my house so you were a refuge, safe place to hang. Plus, of course I loved you. You’re the best. I was also there at the forum in the late 70s early 80s and so excited when you brought out Tina Turner. Anyway, this book has brought back a lot of great Rod Stewart memories in my life. You’ve given me and my friends great joy. Thank you for taking us on this journey. And here it is 2025 and you just played at the LA fire benefit concert. And you were AMAZING. Trust me, We…me and my friends were so impressed with what you are still able to do…I mean, you were just simply… ROD STEWART. I’m glad you’re living a beautiful life. And thank you again for sharing.

Rock & Roll Shenanigans

I struggled with the narration for a while and it would have been great to have Rod reading. But after a few chapters, I got used to Simon Vance and just enjoyed the rock & roll shenanigans.

Great story, fantastic narrator.

What made the experience of listening to Rod the most enjoyable?

I have been a Rod Stewart fan since the early 70's, the stories of how he and his bands got together and their times together were very enlightening and enjoyable. Rod is honest about his foibles and shortcomings, he has had way too much fun for one person.

Which character – as performed by Simon Vance – was your favorite?

Simon Vance is absolutely one of the very best narrators out there, the story of the life and times of Rod Stewart was a perfect match for such a fantastic narrating talent.