Phil Collins Tells Rock Hall Crowd: ‘You Haven’t Heard the Last of Me’
Travis Barker inducted the Genesis frontman as a solo artist, while Cynthia Erivo performed “In the Air Tonight” in his place.
Phil Collins was honored as a solo artist during the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday (November 14) at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. In his acceptance speech, Collins declared that he has more performances in him, stating, "You haven’t heard the last of me," promising to continue his musical journey.
This marks his second induction, the first being in 2010 as a member of Genesis. Travis Barker, the Blink-182 drummer, presented the honor, praising Collins' influence on drumming during the 1980s and his success in both Genesis and his solo career. Barker also emphasized Collins' exceptional talent, stating he was one of the best at both endeavors.
Collins did not perform, citing his unfitness to rehearse and sing properly, but Cynthia Erivo delivered "In the Air Tonight" with Barker on drums. The ceremony featured various tributes, with Collins expressing gratitude towards his assistant, Tony Smith, Atlantic Records' Ahmet and Nesuhi Ertegun, Virgin Records founder Richard Branson, his three ex-wives, and his daughter Lily Collins.
Despite facing numerous health challenges, including a 2007 spinal injury and knee surgeries, Collins remains a celebrated musician, having achieved seven No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the Billboard 200 with his albums No Jacket Required and …But Seriously.
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