Rock icon Phil Collins has spoken about a near-death experience. He was treated in a Swiss hospital for alcohol addiction and was released, but later readmitted. During his second hospital stay, Collins spent time in intensive care and was unconscious for long stretches.

His condition was severe, with organs failing. Family members were summoned to his bedside, apparently to say goodbye. Collins' manager had concerns about whether to keep him on life support.

Further details about Collins' experience are available from an interview published over the weekend. The interview provides more information about his health struggles and hospitalization.