Phil Collins Reflects on Health Challenges and Retirement from Drumming

The legendary musician opens up in a new documentary about the physical toll of decades-long drumming and his decision to step away from performing.

Phil Collins, 73, shares his struggles with health issues, including drop-foot and limited mobility, which have forced him to retire from drumming since March 2022.
The new documentary 'Phil Collins: Drummer First' explores his career and the emotional impact of no longer being able to play the drums.
Collins reveals that years of drumming led to significant physical strain, including a 2007 spinal injury and subsequent neck surgery in 2015.
His son Nic Collins, who has taken over drumming duties for Genesis, highlights the long-term physical toll of drumming on his father’s body.
Despite his challenges, Collins revisits his drum kit in the documentary, reflecting on his identity as a drummer and his enduring connection to music.