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Royal Family's Secret Love for Rock Anthems
19 Mar
Summary
- Princess Diana played Duran Duran's 'Wild Boys' with young William and Harry.
- Lionel Richie dedicated 'Hello' to Prince William, recalling Diana's request.
- Diana's personal cassette tapes featured artists like George Michael and Elton John.
Beyond their public duties, members of the Royal Family share a private fondness for rock and pop music. Princess Diana instilled this love in her sons, Princes William and Harry, by playing 1980s rock hits such as Duran Duran's 'Wild Boys' during car journeys. The band members themselves recalled the young princes singing along to their songs.
This musical connection extended to other artists. Lionel Richie recounted dedicating his famous song 'Hello' to Prince William, as his mother had once shared that it was her favorite. Reflecting Diana's diverse taste, a display at Buckingham Palace in 2017 featured cassette tapes from her personal collection, including music by George Michael, Rod Stewart, and Diana Ross.
Prince William himself has shown his appreciation for music, notably joining Bon Jovi on stage during a Taylor Swift concert in 2024 and demonstrating his 'dad dancing' skills. In a Mother's Day message in 2026, he shared a personal photograph of himself with his mother, Princess Diana, taken in 1984.
