Raphael on His Brain Lymphoma: "I Wanted to Say One Thing, But Said Another When Translating It into Words"

After a four-month absence from the stage due to health issues, Raphael has returned to face the cameras, confessing that during this time he "missed performing a lot." "I need it," he added.

These are the first words from the artist in an interview with TVE, following his announcement a week ago that he had recovered from the cerebrovascular accident that temporarily halted his professional career, and that he would resume his schedule from June 15.

Raphael also assured that he is not considering leaving music for the time being. "I will never leave, I will go when I have to go, no matter what," he said, arguing that singing is his "way of life, my family and my career are things that go together."

Regarding the moment when doctors detected his health issue, the singer stated that he dedicated himself "body and soul" to the cause, although he admitted feeling "a very measured fear," even "terror," considering it the biggest "blow" so far. However, he explained that "if it has to be done, it is done."

During the interview, he also recalled the moment he suffered the cerebrovascular accident, coinciding with the recording of a special program of 'La revuelta.' "When it was happening, I didn't think it was something so serious. I wanted to say one thing, but said another when translating it into words. I wasn't in control of the situation, it's a terrible feeling," he explained.