Rock legend David Coverdale is calling it a career.

The Whitesnake star and former frontman for Deep Purple made the announcement in a video shared to YouTube.

“Ladies and gentleman, boys and girls, brothers and sisters of the ‘Snake, a special announcement for you,” he said in the video. “After 50 years-plus of an incredible journey with you, with Deep Purple, with Whitesnake, Jimmy Page, the last few years have been very evident to me that it’s time really for me to hang up m rock and roll platform shoes and my skintight jeans. And as you can see, we’ve taken care of the lion’s wig. But it’s time for me to call it a day.

“I love you dearly,” he added. “I thank everyone who’s assisted and supported me on this incredible journey — all the musicians, the crew, the fans, the family. It’s

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