Alan Jackson Reveals Desire to Return to Music Amid Health Struggles

Devon Forward
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The country singer continues to write songs while battling Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.

Alan Jackson, one of the best-selling music artists of all time, has made a huge impact on the music industry throughout his career and he isn't finished yet, hoping to release more music despite his ongoing health struggles.

In conversation with his daughter, Mattie Jackson, for the Feb. 21 episode of her podcast, In Joy Life with Mattie Jackson, the "Remember When" singer shared his thoughts on his future and whether or not he will release new music.

"Yes. I would hope so. I mean, I may not have toured much, but, like I said, the creative part jumps out every now and then," he said.

Jackson went on, noting, "I’m always scribbling down ideas and thinking about melodies and I feel like there’ll be some more music to come, yes.”

In regards to his process when making an album, Jackson told his daughter, "It’s a challenge, so it keeps you interested a little more. If I didn’t write, I think I would’ve gotten bored just singing a long time ago."

Jackson was reportedly diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease over a decade ago, but he only revealed the diagnosis to the public in September 2021.

According to the Mayo Clinic, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease is a group of inherited, genetic neurological disorders that lead to nerve damage. The disease causes smaller and weaker muscles, and as a result, people with the disease may have difficulty walking, loss of muscle, decreased sensation in the legs and feet, and more.

Jackson revealed his health issues in a TODAY interview in 2021, saying, "I have this neuropathy and neurological disease. It's genetic that I inherited from my daddy...There's no cure for it, but it's been affecting me for years. And it's getting more and more obvious. And I know I'm stumbling around on stage. And now I'm having a little trouble balancing, even in front of the microphone, and so I just feel very uncomfortable."

The country singer clarified that the disease is not deadly, but it's similar to Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

After opening up about his health struggles, Jackson has continued to perform, paying tribute to Loretta Lynn at CMT's Coal Miner's Daughter: A Celebration of the Life & Music of Loretta Lynn broadcast.

Hopefully, Jackson will release new music soon.