Keith Richards reveals the childhood habit he had to abandon when he realized he was getting older

Keith Richards has built a legendary reputation as one of the most resilient musicians in rock history. After decades marked by excess, endless touring and a life often associated with rebellious behavior, the Rolling Stones guitarist admitted that he had to abandon an old habit when he realized that time was passing. The custom in question was to smoke continuously, practically without interruptions throughout the day. Richards revealed that he reached a point where he realized that his body no longer responded in the same way. Concerns about his health and his ability to continue performing on stage led him to drastically reduce his habit. When reflecting on this change, the musician commented that he felt he was getting close to the physical limit he could support. The line about not being "far from the end of the runway" was a humorous way of recognizing the signs of aging. For decades, the guitarist was one of the figures most associated with the excessive rock and roll lifestyle. Its survival has become almost a myth within popular culture. Even reducing some habits, Richards remains active artistically and remains a fundamental part of the Rolling Stones. The decision shows that even the biggest rock icons eventually need to adapt their lifestyles to continue doing what they love. Today, at over 80 years old, Keith Richards continues to perform in front of crowds and keep one of the most impressive careers in music history alive.