Billy Joel says he can't drive, unsure about touring future after brain disorder diagnosis

Billy Joel's touring future remains uncertain due to his ongoing health issues.

Joel, 77, revealed in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter that he's also not allowed to drive a vehicle after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) in 2025.

"What the neurologist told me, every time you do a show, it’s like you’re getting a concussion," Joel said. 'PIANO MAN' BILLY JOEL'S PRIZED MOTORCYCLE COLLECTION HITS THE AUCTION BLOCK When asked about his current status, Joel said that his "health is good," but still isn't sure when he'll be able to tour again.

"I have this thing called hydrocephalus," he told the outlet.

"It used to be called water on the brain, so it affects your balance, it affects your memory, it affects your vision, your hearing.

But I’m OK." "They call it a brain disorder, but it’s not that serious.

It’s just something that affects your balance mostly." LIONEL RICHIE HOSPITALIZED IN ST LOUIS AFTER SUMMER OF HEALTH SCARES AND CANCELED CONCERTS As far as going back on the road again, Joel admitted he can't perform quite like how he used to.

"I have to take a series of tests before I know, but I can’t drive right now," he said.

"I’m not allowed to drive.

And I can’t do performances because what the neurologist told me, every time you do a show, it’s like you’re getting a concussion." He added, "So they have to test me further to see if I can go back and do performing again, which I would like to be able to do." The "Uptown Girl" singer underwent brain surgery after revealing his normal pressure hydrocephalus diagnosis in May 2025.

NPH affects his vision, hearing and balance, according to a statement Joel released on social media at the time.

He delved more into his recovery process during a recent appearance on his self-titled SiriusXM show, "The Billy Joel Channel," and said doctors told him that performing loud rock 'n' roll music caused damage to his brain nerves.

PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE Joel remembered his medical team saying, "Well, we drill a hole through your skull, and we stick a shunt inside your brain." "I didn't want to do that, but then I read up on it and I realized it can help improve your balance and can help your memory," he noted.

"You know, I don't want to lose my marbles.