‘Walking in Memphis’ singer Marc Cohn reveals years-long Parkinson’s battle: ‘Needed time to process’

Marc Cohn is walking in his truth.

The 65-year-old singer, whose “Walking in Memphis” single took the world by storm in the early ’90s, has Parkinson’s disease — a secret he revealed to fans on Thursday, January 31, while sharing he was diagnosed with the disorder several years ago.

“I feel like it’s time to tell you, my fans, what many of my colleagues, friends and family already know. About five years ago, I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease,” Cohn announced on social media.

He explained why he chose to keep the news close to his chest.

“I waited this long to tell you about the diagnosis because I needed time to process the unsettling news myself,” he shared.

Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder that attacks the nervous system and worsens over time, according to the Mayo Clinic. It can affect speech, movement, and balance, cause tremors and more.