Elton John is not holding his tongue when it comes to legalized marijuana. In an interview with Time magazine as part of their Icon of the Year coverage, the legendary singer shared his thoughts about the legalization of cannabis in parts of the US and Canada.

Elton John, named Time magazine’s Icon of the Year, told the outlet he disdains marijuana and thinks legalizing it is a mistake. “I maintain that it’s addictive. It leads to other drugs. And when you’re stoned — and I’ve been stoned — you don’t think normally,

Elton John minced no words explaining his stance against the legality of marijuana in America and Canada. While speaking with Time magazine, which selected the prolific piano man as its 2024 Icon of the Year,