The 91-year-old is following doctors orders.
He is expected to make a quick recovery and join the Outlaw Music Festival tour next week.
The Redheaded Stranger will hopefully be cleared to rejoin the tour for its June 26th stop in Virginia Beach.
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Despite his age, Nelson is adamant that he hasno plans to retire from touring.
At least, not if he can help it.
I have everything I need on the [tour] bus, Nelson toldAARPlast year.
I never have to go into a hotel room anywhere.
Its not that bad."
Working is really good for me, he added.
We hope you feel better soon, Willie!