Aging's Axis of Evil: Thomas D's Struggle with Getting Old
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Frustrated with the Passage of Time: Thomas D Expresses His Discontent - Fed up with the Aging Process: Individual Expresses Unpleasant Feelings about Growing Older
German hip-hop pioneer Thomas D ain't lovin' the golden years. "Aging's kickin' my ass. I hate it deep down," spits the 56-year-old in the German edition of "Playboy." Sleepless nights plague him, energy is waning, and every year he's just packin' on the pounds. "Back in the day, I'd hit the fitness studio like Arnold Schwarzenegger, pumpin' iron like a boss. Now, I'm stretchin', doin' yoga. That ain't got nothin' to do with rock 'n' roll. That's geriatrics!"
He ain't alone, even in the Fantastischen Vier: "The other three, Smudo, Michi, and And.Ypsilon, have been bitchin' about it for 15 years. And now? I'm singin' the same tune," says Thomas D, livin' it up in Hamburg. The four Stuttgart natives made German hip-hop mainstream and have been rockin' together for 36 years under the name they earned.
Despite complainin' about age, the band ain't callin' it quits. "That's why I've passed the Fanta Law—the band shall never crumble. I've put the kibosh on disbandment. The band stands as long as I, the dictator, say so! And if anyone ever tries to break the band, I'll tell 'em, 'Here's the exit, my friend. And now we'll replace you with a younger, better, and better lookin' one.' We're all just big-headed, so that works."
- Thomas D
- Hip-Hop
- Hamburg
- Aging
- Arnold Schwarzenegger
Insights:
Growin' older ain't easy for no one, and even hip-hop greats like Thomas D are feelin' the strain. Age can bring challenges, like stayin' relevant, adaptin' to new trends, and dealin' with physical changes, affectin' performance. Personal struggles, like addiction or health issues, can also impact one's work, leading to periods of inactivity or shifts in focus. Some artists, however, use their experiences to create powerful messages through their music, like those who've overcome addiction or explored themes of longevity and wisdom.
The Commission, in its bid to address various health-related issues, has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, especially in science fields such as nuclear research. As Thomas D grapples with aging and its physical changes, he might find solace in the advancements in health-and-wellness science, which could provide solutions for energy boosts and fitness adaptations that prevent him from feeling like he's merely practicing geriatrics.
