Legend of American music reveals that their lungs no longer allow smoke, but continues to consume cannabis in other ways
The country singer Willie Nelsonliving legend of American music, revealed that no longer smoke marijuana, a habit that for decades was one of its trademarks. In an interview with Forbes, the 92 -year -old explained that he had to leave the cigarette by medical advice and today consumes only edible and beverages infused with THC, a psychoactive substance present in Cannabis.
“My lungs already said, ‘Don’t do that anymore’” Nelsonwhich is still active in the cannabis business with its product line, Willie’s Remedy. According to the singer On the Road Againthe drink with THC has been well received by the public: “From what I see and hear, people are enjoying. It’s getting very popular out there.“
The decision to stop smoking is not recent. By 2019, the artist had already informed that he stopped smoking cigarettes, although his advice was clarified at the time that he was still consuming cannabis, only in other ways.
Nelson It has always been transparent about its long history with marijuana. In 2023, during an interview with People, he remembered with a good mood an episode in Amsterdam, where he shared rapper based Snoop Dogg.
“I love the snoop. We have been great friends for a long time. It was a lot of fun to spend time with him there, “he said. At the time, Nelson called the rapper and invited him:” Come here and let’s have fun.” Snoop He answered the call, and the two attended some of the most famous points of the Dutch capital, such as The Bulldog and Gray Area. Snoopeven, it has already stated that Nelson He was one of the few able to overcome him in marijuana consumption.
The former president of the United States, Jimmy Carterhas also revealed a curious story involving the singer: according to him, Nelson He even smoked marijuana on the White House roof with one of his children.
Even at 92, Willie Nelson continues to produce. Your latest album, Oh What a Beautiful Worldit was released in April and carries an optimistic message, something he considers important at this time. “I think it’s time to try to make people happy, talk about good things and be positive“He told Forbes.
Questioned about what still motivates him, Nelson It is straightforward: “Play music. I like to see people gather and forget everything except the music. There is a very good energy exchange that happens.“For him, music has the power to unite everyone, regardless of race, politics or belief:”If you like music, come.“
In 2023, just before being 90, Nelson He reflected with humility on his longevity: “I never thought it would get here. But it’s nothing much. It’s just another day.“And added:”The biggest gift is to play for the public. This is what keeps me up.“
Source:People
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