David Coverdale has shared a message with fans, revealing that he will be stepping back from social media as he settles into his recently announced retirement. The legendary WHITESNAKE and DEEP PURPLE frontman — who confirmed on November 13 that he was bringing his five-decade career to a close — says the time has come to enjoy life away from the online spotlight.
In a new statement posted earlier today (Thursday, December 11), Coverdale reflected on more than two decades of interacting with fans across various platforms. He wrote: “Ladies & Gentlemen, Boys & Girls, Brothers & Sisters Of The Snake… After over 20 fun-filled years of interacting online with all of you Snake People, first with the BBS on whitesnake.com & then onto Twitter ( those were the days ) Facebook, Instagram & Tik Tok…It’s been a fab ride, but, along with the over 50 years in the music business, it’s time for me to withdraw from social media to fully engage in sweet reflection on my career & my life & enjoy my retirement with my friends & my Beloved Family…
“It has been such a pleasure for me to interact with you all over the years…sharing music videos, funny memes, farts & giggles, tour info, Unboxings, Q & A with DC…Santa Snake…etc… Unforgettable, precious memories…& I thank each & everyone of you for your support & participation… What An Incredible Journey We’ve Shared Together!!! What A Magical Experience!!!
“Please take care of yourselves & know YOU are TRULY LOVED BEYOND MEASURE… Be Safe, Be Happy & Don’t Let Anybody Make You Afraid… A Very Merry Christmas & Wonderful New Year To You & Yours From Me & Mine!!!
“Your Obedient Serpent, David Coverdale“.
Coverdale’s decision follows his November 13 announcement, where he formally declared his retirement from performing after more than 50 years in music. In that earlier message, he addressed fans with an emotional farewell: “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 and 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.
Coverdale continued, expressing gratitude to everyone who has supported him throughout his career: “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.”
He concluded the message with a warm farewell: “Once again, I love you with all my heart. Fare thee well.”
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