Phil Collins doesn't drum anymore as he can 'barely hold a stick'

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Phil Collins has admitted he doesn’t drum anymore as he can “barely hold a stick” in one of his hands.

The Genesis star, 70, spoke out in an interview with BBC Breakfast, saying he would love to play but is no longer able to do so.

The star – who has faced health struggles in recent years – said he was “kind of physically challenged a bit”.

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Asked if he drummed anymore, he replied: “No. I’d love to, but you know, I mean, I can barely hold a stick with this hand.

Phil Collins performs during his Not Dead Yet Tour at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona on Oct. 15, 2019. Phil Collins (Photo by Michael Chow/Arizona Republic via Imagn Content Services, LLC/USA Today Network/Sipa USA)
Phil Collins on stage in 2019. (Michael Chow/Arizona Republic via Imagn Content Services, LLC/USA Today Network/Sipa USA)

“So there are certain physical things that get in the way.”

The singer has had surgery on his back and suffers from “drop foot”, which means one foot drags. He has also suffered nerve damage and has been pictured using a cane and in a wheelchair.

Genesis are hitting the road for a reunion tour later this year, with Collins’ son Nicholas playing the drums.

The music star previously suggested that the tour was the band’s way of “putting it to bed”.

Phil Collins has walked with a stick for several years due to back pain (Credit: PA)
Phil Collins has walked with a stick for several years. (PA)

Discussing that on BBC Breakfast, he said: “Yes, well you know, you say things. I mean, we’re all men of our age and I think to some extent yeah, I think it probably is putting it to bed.

"I think, yeah, just generally for me, I don’t know if I want to go out on the road anymore.”

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Collins, who is also dad to Emily In Paris actor Lily, found fame as the drummer and singer of rock band Genesis and is also known for his solo career.

Phil Collins and daughter Lily arrive for the Mojo Honours List award ceremony at The Brewery, east London.
Phil Collins with his daughter Lily. (PA)

His hit songs include 'In The Air Tonight' and 'Against All Odds'.

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