"Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, brothers and sisters of the 'snake, a special announcement for you. After 50 years-plus of an incredible journey with you, with Deep Purple, with Whitesnake, Jimmy Page, the last few years has been very evident to me that it's time really for me to hang up my rock 'n' roll platform shoes and my skintight jeans. And as you can see, we've taken care"
"of the lion's wig. But it's time for me to call it a day. I love you dearly. I thank everyone who's assisted and supported me on this incredible journey - all the musicians, the crew, the fans, the family. It's amazing, but it really is time for me to just enjoy my retirement. And I hope you can appreciate that. Once again, I love you with all my heart. Fare thee well."
David Coverdale, aged 74, announced his retirement from music in a video message to fans, saying he will hang up his stage clothes after a 50-plus-year career. Coverdale formed Whitesnake in London in 1978 and led the band to major 1980s success with hits such as "Here I Go Again," "Is This Love," and "Fool for Your Loving," with the 1987 album certified eight-times platinum. He sang with Deep Purple from 1973 to 1976 and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2016. He collaborated with Jimmy Page on the 1993 Coverdale-Page album, which was certified platinum. He thanked musicians, crew, fans, and family and said he wants to enjoy retirement.
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