Whitesnake singer David Coverdale has announced he’s retiring from music. Article content

The English singer-songwriter, who also sang with Deep Purple and Jimmy Page, shared the surprising news on YouTube . Article content Article content

“Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, brothers and sisters of the Snake, a special announcement for you,” Coverdale, 74, said. “After 50 years-plus of an incredible journey with you — with Deep Purple, with Whitesnake, Jimmy Page — the last few years it 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.”

Coverdale, who began his music career in the 1960s, continued, adding, “It’s time for me to call it a day.”

“I love you dearly. I thank everyone who’s assisted and suppor

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