When reflecting on his near-death experience, the singer says, 'What people don't truly understand, unless you've been through this type of medical journey, is taking for granted breathing, tying your shoes, speaking.'
- Dec 18, 2022
AceShowbiz - Al B. Sure! has had his first interview since waking up from a two-month coma. When sitting down with Fox 5 New York, the "Nite and Day" singer revealed that he has a new liver.
During the chat, the 54-year-old recalled the moment he collapsed in the studio before being admitted to the hospital. He detailed that he suffered from several illnesses, including renal failure.
"I was intubated. I was on a ventilator. Had a tracheotomy," he recounted. "There were so many things going on, to the point where they were considering sending me to hospice."
Reflecting on the near-death experience, Al said, "What people don't truly understand, unless you've been through this type of medical journey, is taking for granted breathing, tying your shoes, speaking." He went on to reveal that he is a recipient of a new liver.
"I have what's called 'Chevron,' that's when they cut your chest open which is probably the first time I was actually talking about it," he explained. "[I'm a] recipient of an amazing blessed new liver - and you know I'm going to treat it well."
While he's on the road to recovery, Al is currently working on writing a book about his life, creating a podcast, and producing new music. He also recently narrated a documentary about the life of the Rev. Al Sharpton called "Loudmouth".