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Nile Rodgers has opened up about working until the age of 60, saying that he never thought he'd still be in music and that he can't imagine ever retiring.
The Chic frontman, disco icon and Daft Punk collaborator, who announced yesterday that he had given the all-clear from cancer, told Gigwise that he was 'humbled' to still be able to top the charts, sell out tours and headline festivals at the age of 60.
"When I turned 50 it was weird," said Nile. "It's an odd thing because it's exactly what I didn't plan. Our whole concept for Chic was anonymity. It was about the records, not the people. We didn't look like stars or act like stars - we wanted the music to be the star. Presentation is important, so we dress up like Chic but the real importance is anonymity and letting the music speak to you. It's not about the cult of personality.
He continued: "I'm not Prince or Rick James who are really cool. I'm not cool - I'm just Nile."
When asked what his plans for the future involved and if he had any plans to retire, the 'Get Lucky' star replied: "I just love playing music, so that'll be the rest of my career - if I can do it. I'm having fun writing a theatrical piece right now which is really exciting and we have a huge amount of shows remaining this year.
"Right now, I'm airing out my brain, but there's never a finish line - I don't know any other way. I retired and tried to retire but I just couldn't stop."
Below: watch Nile Rodgers performing 'Good Times' with Chic at Glastonbury 2013
Nile also spoke to us about the potential of a tour from his close friend and collaborator David Bowie, saying that the Thin White Duke may hit the road as he's 'always full of surprises'.
Nile Rodgers will be touring with Chic throughout the year, with performances at Bestival, Festival No.6 and The Warehouse Project. For more information visit Gigwise Gig Tickets.
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