Elton Johnhas openly criticized the legalization of marijuana in the United States and Canada, calling it “one of the greatest mistakes of all time.” In an interview withTime magazine, which named him its 2024 Icon of the Year, the legendary musician shared his strong stance on the issue, rooted in his own battles withaddiction.John explained that he views marijuana as addictive and a potential gateway to harder drugs. Speaking from personal experience, he said, “When you’re stoned—and I’ve been stoned—you don’t think clearly.” He argued that the decision to legalize marijuana has far-reaching consequences that have not been fully understood.Reflecting on his own journey withsubstance abuse, John recounted being introduced to cocaine in the 1970s by his then-partner and manager, John Reid. He admitted that drugs often led him to make poor decisions and negatively affected his relationships. “I made terrible choices when I was using drugs,” he said, adding that his longing for love sometimes caused him to cling to people in unhealthy ways, leaving both himself and others hurt.John has been sober for decades and has used his experiences to help others in the music industry struggling with addiction. He has served as a mentor to stars like Eminem and played a key role in sending British pop singer Robbie Williams to rehab. However, not every attempt to assist has been successful, as he noted with George Michael, whose struggles deeply saddened him.John acknowledged the difficulty of confronting both others and himself about addiction. “It’s hard to tell someone they’re being difficult, and it’s even harder to admit it about yourself,” he shared.Through his words and actions, Elton John continues to advocate for awareness and accountability when it comes to substance abuse, using his own past as a cautionary tale. Music icon Elton John criticizes marijuana legalization, calling it a grave mistake fueled by his personal addiction struggles. He links marijuana to Read More
