Phil Collins: The Truth About The Legend 

What are your thoughts on Phil Collins?

There will never be another Phil Collins. A true genius!

Honestly They'll never be anyone like Phil Collins. The man carried my childhood and the childhood of many with his iconic hits and soundtracks. Truly inspiring artist and legend, and till this day the only music I can hear properly is his. Wishing him all the best honestly, I truly wish he recovers well, such a shame he's in this condition. Legend forever. 👑💙

Such an immense talent. I've loved him for years and his music got me through some very difficult times.

So much more than a drummer. So talented that huge success fell in his lap. He had no plan really. Just a drummer with a voice and a broken heart. Been a fan since 1973. Who knew Phil could fly?

I said this about Genesis, but the same goes with the legendary Phil Collins, who literally carried my childhood. To the ones who call it an end of an era. Legends like these, never end. Think like it as a new chapter instead of an end. As they say; "Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened." As I say, the same goes with Genesis. Who knows what the future holds. Phil has never failed to surprise us, and the inspiration and legacy he has is truly incomparable. To those lucky ones, who got to see him perform live, always cherish it and realize how lucky or privileged you were, because many would do anything to experience it. To those who haven't or never, don't feel ashamed, his music will always be apart of you, no matter what, live show or not, we all have our own ways of cherishing these legends, even if we don't got much. But honestly, A true inspiration he is, and for continuing espically in the condition he's in, and a massive thanks to his Genesis pals like Banks, and Rutherford for helping him out during this tour. Only sad thing, I feel about this, is how unfortunately singers like these wont ever exist anymore espically with how the industry has been, and the world has changed too, but atleast, we have some artists trying to get close too it or inspired from it. Wishing all the best for Phil Honestly and I hope the future brings many great surprises. Real shame he didn't get to tour at more places, but they did what they could with the conditions he was in. A sincere thank you for everything Phil, and Genesis, espically for carrying my childhood with your music, and soundtracks. Onto this new chapter we head too! Decades of inspiring, laughs, and passion, a legend forever. A Legacy that will always be kept alive.

He's such a class act. So talented and no rock star attitude 🤘

Phil Collins is definitely a classy, super talented icon. He has been my favorite artist solo and with Genesis since the early 80s. His songs got me through some dark times over the years. I am forever grateful to him for sharing his talents with us and loyalty to his fans. The pandemic pushed out this tour over a year. He could have decided to cancel but still honored his fans and rescheduled the gigs for us. I hope now that the tour is over, he can rest and heal. My biggest hope wish and prayer is for him to be happy, enjoy his children and grandchild and also hope he will be able to play his drums again. It has always been obvious, that is what brought him the most joy. I wish him well and send my deep gratitude for bringing me joy with his music and voice. He'll always '... be in my heart'. ❤💞

I was brought up with this man's music thanks to my dad and had the opportunity to go see Phil live last September with him. A full circle moment. He will live on forever. His music is timeless, his talent is unreal and he is unlike any other. An absolute Legend. God Bless you Phil.

Phil you gave me GREAT songs and still enjoying them today. My son's enjoy the songs themselves, thank you Mr Collins.

My forever favorite.... Phil Collins!! 💜

I’ll never forget on how I got into Phil Collins. As a child, I watched Tarzan. Years later, my Mom would play his 1990 Live album. Later in 2013, I used to listen to In The Air Tonight in a week once every morning when I woke up. Then I started to listen to more songs from him at 13. Later in 2014, I also started listening to Genesis! Phil Collins will ALWAYS be my #1 favorite singer and Genesis will always be my #1 favorite band! I am 21. Whenever I bring up old school music to customers at my job or if I see a Genesis shirt (it happened before), I would ask and talk about Phil or Genesis, and people would be shocked that I am a young man in the 2020s talking about Phil Collins and Genesis. The guy who wore a Genesis shirt jokingly said “you are too young to know or listen to them” lol. I love it when people get shocked when I talk about old school stuff lol. As for Phil, he is and will always be a legend in the music world! Forever grateful to be a huge fan! Thanks for making this video, guys!

Always loved him, hope his health improves. What a great man and artist. Will miss you Phil ☺️💙

One of the greatest ever!

This gentleman is a legend.

Some people simply do not deserve to grow old, and I can think of no one more fitting than Phil Collins. The day he finally passes, I will honestly be completely shattered

Huge fan of Phil Collins since my father played his No Jacket Required cassette on a family trip back in 1985. I've been in and out listening to artists over the years, but I still listen to Phil Collins to this day. Such a talent who cemented himself as a legend.

Seen him in Genius and as a solo. Love love love his music!

Phil definitely deserved to be called a legend he sing both upbeat and ballads , there is no many singers nowdays who can sing like Phil.

One of my favorites. Take care Phil.

This guy is a genius one of my favourite drummers 😎 🤘

There are few artists that take it to the next level. Phil Collins and Neil Peart are the first one that come to my mind

Excellent musician. Aging is not fun. Bless him.

He is one of my favorite musicians of all time & I’ve been a fan since 1982. Bought all his records/videos & saw him perform live in 1990 & 2004 during his Farewell tour. Also saw him with Genesis back in 2007. All were amazing shows and I’m really glad that I not only got to see him sing but also play the drums in his usual kickass & unique style. I only wish I could’ve met him in person cuz he’s not only a legend but a really likable and talented guy.

Love Phil Collins!! One of my all-time favorites!! The last live concert I attended was Genesis’ Invisible Touch.

I went to see his show 3 yrs ago. It was very sad. He was frail. Merely a shadow of the man he used to be. But I'm glad I got to see him.

I’m gonna cry Getting old sucks

As A FORMER DRUMMER FOR LESLIE WEST IT SADDENS ME TO TEARS TO SEE PHIL LIKE THIS. SUCH A TALENTED DRUMMER, SINGER, SONGWRITER. I PRAY PHIL COMES TO ACCEPT JESUS CHRIST AS HIS SAVIOR BEFORE THE LORD CALLS HIM HOME.PRAYING FOR YOU . EVANGELIST ROGER MANSOUR MISSIONARY TO HAITI

The legend that carried our childhood, Disney and the 90s

A genius he is simply a genius who could hurt this man I could love him for the rest of his life I would stand by him at every moment every medication he would need I would watch over and make sure he was taken care of God love this man God gave this man a beautiful voice his way of putting music together his way of using all of the instruments that he is learn to use my God this man is a genius and will always be there is no one other no one no one can compare to this genius Philip Collins can't wait to see Nick Breakout a little more than he has God bless peace be with you much love and respect

That was a great summary of a fantastic entertainer and musical genius. The only criticism would be no mention of his work on Tarzan. So many kids were introduced to his voice and music through Disney. His two Oscar nominations and one win, ain't too bad either.

Genuine caring preformer, appears to really have loved what he did. He was a genius musically.

I’m so lucky to have seen him performing live! Respect!

He is a legend - end of!

God Bless Phil Collins

Love his drumming on the Band Aid 1984!

Biggest fan of Phil from Indonesia

I love Phil Collins, he is a honorary TEXAN! "Alamo remembers Phil Collins!"

I aspire to be a musician and he is my biggest inspiration god bless this mama soul

Legend (and I use that word guardedly). Best all round drummer I've heard (and I've seen and heard a lot), brilliant frontman who could command a massive audience and complete all-round showman. I struggled to watch clips from that last tour as he didn't perform as he once could. Enjoy your retirement Phil, you really deserve it and thanks for all the memories.

Phil Collins collected genuine artifacts from and about the Alamo. He has since given in all to the Alamo. There are plans to create a museum to put it all on display. He made an appearance in San Antonio when he gave it all to them.

hard working...unique

Fun fact- Phil auditioned to be in the Monkees, but fate had other plans for him. Didn't know he was in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, even though his part was cut out. Thanks for the music and memories Phil ♥️🌹

Phil was very ambitious. I know it's roundly denied, but I think it was foregone conclusion by the members, Phil was taking Peter's place after he left. But that's where I liked collins the most, any era of Genesis. He was key.

Phil THE BEST.

I'm sorry he's had so many issues to deal with. I am still a big fan.

Wow that first picture of Phil really looks like his son Nicholas x

Even Tarzan Soundtrack was incredible.

His drumming on Frida's "I Know There's Something Going On" is some of the best I've ever heard.

Love his music

Early Genesis were friggen awesome. I just scored 17 early singles for 20 bucks on an auction site. Brand new condition, demos etc. I do like a couple of later genesis tracks but find them too middle of road in later years.

AWESOME PHIL COLLINS WONDERFUL TALENT GIFTED NOW THIS ROCKS . THANKYOU MY DEAR BEAUTIFUL FRIEND GRUNGE GREAT INFORMATION & COVERAGE BRAVOOO XD . NAMASTE FROM ENGLAND DEAREST ONES YESS THUMBS UP INDEED . WISHING YOU ALL A BLESSED FRUITFUL JOLLY NIGHT AHEAD MUAH MUAH

He was also in a fantastic movie called; “And The Band Played On”.

Underrated performer

Saw him in 94 at Earls Court, Chester duet on drums was phenomenal

Wow - Genesis will be back together briefly in 2024, eh? That will be something to see indeed! Thanks for that ;-) (10:13 in the time track)

If the commentator is stating Phil Collins did the singing for Led Zeppelin at Live Aid , then Yes , he's correct but i know it was 36 years ago but i thought it was Tony Thompson on the drums , as i havent watched Live Aid since tge very day it was recorded... Tony was a huge fan of Bonzo's drumming & sound & you can clearly hear that influence on the songs for the 1rst & 2nd Power Station album's & on Robert Palmer's hit album " Riptide " Even when he played with Chic or worked on songs that Nile Rodgers was writing or producing or both Tony Thompson & Bernard Edwards played on many of the solo artists at that time & you can hear some amazing playing on Diana Ross album " Diana " as she wanted a look & a sound that could fit in with the times & who better to deliver it that one of my personal favourite rhythm sections with Tony Thompson on Drums/Bernard Edwards on Bass & Nile on guitar & to think she argued like crazy about the song " Im Coming Out " As she felt the name implied that she was gay & Nile had to convince her that if she listens to the lyrics its about her breaking free from all ties from the music she sang on for Motown but her ladyship , who supposedly embraced her gay fan's , continued like the prima donna that she is & believe me this woman was nothing like how people thought she was like every since she was moved from singing within " The Supremes " to being the lead vocalist of the now Diana Ross & The Supremes & if anyone knws about that band knows that Diana was not the best singer in that band by far but because of her looks... How she couldn't see what Nile & Bernard had written for her in that single " Im Coming Out " i can sort of understand but even after being told time after time that it was written by Nile & Bernard as , of course , a statement song but not what she was thinking & it was as ive stated written about the new time of Diana Ross & how she was breaking free from any negativity aimed at her for being placed as the lead singer & now in the band now known as Diana Ross & The Supremes shows you she was not as she said she was as a caring person towards all of those who had various sexual preference... But enough about Diana... Even the members of Led Zeppelin agreed with Phil that they shouldnt hsve went with him as singer as even Phil didnt think he fitted in & like many acts that day , somr of thr combinations just didnt work but it was for the greater good & to raise awareness of those starving to death in Africa but on a side note , that country is always going to have many starving until they get leaders in who want tk helo the people instead of ripping off any money or foods they get for the starving & without sound crass they should do what they have in China & only be allowed one child for at least 10 years & then re-address the situation... If Phil Collins did sing & play drums with Led Zepplen then i'll neef to do a bit of online research as i thought it was Tony Thompson , as to me that made sense but then again both Tony & Phil had very powerful bonzo like sounds when playing drums... In light of this still ongoing coronavirus & its variants stay safe and healthy wherever you are in this world... .....

AMAZING PERFORMER HE WILL BE MISSED 🤫🤫🤫

Oh and Live Aid was not his fault Jimmy page was stoned out of his head and Robert Page was apologetic about it Page was the one blaming Phill fr his lack of ability to play due to his having partied too hard the night before

Nothing lasts for ever,,,

Can you feel me? Can you feel me, coming in the air tonight?

Homeless is the word, not unhoused.

So what! Privet part,,, he stay forever my friend 👊

So why did you miss out the fact that his son took over the drums for Genesis on that final tour? Or that his son starting taking over for his father when he was just 15?!! How could you miss that??!!!

Chic is pronounced "sheek".

Gabriel a soulful singer? No way! Phil Collins is a true singer!

Phil Collins was more than just his drum kit.

I am sorry Phil Collins is going thur such health problems. Also I didn't realize he was an actor. Well we will always have the music of Genius replays I mean.

There's only 1 Phil Collins.

Why don't the mention all times he played with Eric Clapton and tribute to George Harrison.

Damn, RIP Phil

Damn.... His second wife got that joker smile

Guy has been snared by ill health which is trying to drum him into submission . He'll play the tempo his way though until the last beat of his heart.

He should have tried out stand up comedy. He was very funny fronting Genesis.

He was also in grand theft auto video game as himself

2024? Great, another Genesis tour!

07:45 in July 2022...? ;)

2024?

What scares me is that he is only 2 years older than me, but looks at least 10 years more.

Not a day goes by that I don’t listen to Phil Collins

4:26 YO! It's pronoinced Sheeek not CHIK

I fear more sad news are coming.

I pray he hasn't died ..😭🤞🏾

Can't deny his talent. Never was a fan of his music... Genesis or solo. Seems like a decent guy, though. I'm sure he's sitting around worrying about my opinion. ;)

Your 4th

phil at least marry beauty

His ex did him wrong..will NEVER FORGET his stint on Miami Vice!.."Phil the Shrill"

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Man! He was a dead spit for *Paul Weller* as a kid! Good as he was at drumming, he had shocking taste in women! 😧

But if Phil can drum of course nobody wants him to be in pain up there he may still be doing something in some capacity or just hanging with his kids

That bastard was ready to leave Genesis for the Who...

Phil looks like Walter White

At 0.18 he looks vaguely like a young Putin and at 0.24 remotely like a young Paul Weller. Hi from Italy

Pretty Soon Phil is going to have to check into an old folks home, Hope Phil doesn't lose his dentures. Quick!... Someone break out the prune juice.

if someone in the future see only this video would have the impression that Phil Collins is some kind of a loser , this doesnt do justice to the legend. 💔

Insubstituivel!!!

The truth about Phil Collins.... he is not a well man unfortunately.... he looked very frail and weak in that last concert he did... Hope he's going to be ok but god damn he doesn't look well....

Chick? You mean "Chic"

To be honest I’m not really hearing any ‘untold truth’ here… 🙄