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Willie Nelson Opens Up About Personal Struggles in New Memoir, “Me and Paul”
Country music icon Willie Nelson has released his much-anticipated autobiography, Me and Paul: Untold Stories of a Fabled Friendship, offering fans an intimate glimpse into his extraordinary life and his decades-long friendship with longtime drummer Paul English.
While the book is a heartfelt tribute to their enduring bond, Nelson also bravely shares one of the darkest moments from his past. In a candid passage, he recounts a time when he contemplated suicide, revealing that he once laid his head on a train track, overwhelmed by despair. After 15 minutes, he got up and returned to the bar where he had earlier confided in a patron.
This moment of vulnerability adds depth to the story of a man whose music has inspired millions—and whose life has not been without hardship.
Now in his 90s, Nelson remains remarkably active and optimistic. He has no plans to leave the music scene anytime soon. He continues to embrace life with joy and purpose, maintaining a daily routine that includes jogging and singing to keep his lungs strong.
“I’m not going anywhere,” Nelson said in a recent interview. “I’m focused on enjoying the good life—and making it even better.”
With live performances still on his schedule and a spirit that refuses to slow down, Willie Nelson remains a living legend, proving that resilience, passion, and music are powerful antidotes to life’s darkest chapters.
