Collins is technically retired
But only technically. Collins wanted to take a break from performing in 2011 in order to focus on his five children. This retirement never officially went into effect as Collins continued to write, perform, and tour the world.
Collins is technically retired
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Collins became a drummer because of a Christmas present
At just five years old, Phil Collins was given a toy drum set as a Christmas present. That toy drum set would spark a lifelong obsession with both music and percussion, leading to one of the most successful careers in music history.
Collins Became A Drummer Because Of A Christmas Present
