Elton John condemned efforts to legalize marijuana in the United States and Canada in a wide-ranging interview with Time Magazine after being named the publication’s “Icon of the Year.” During the interview,

Elton John is not holding his tongue when it comes to legalized marijuana. In an interview with Time magazine as part of their Icon of the Year coverage, the legendary singer shared his thoughts about the legalization of cannabis in parts of the US and Canada.

I was about 23 and was still finding my feet socially in London. I’d always really been a champagne girl at heart but cannabis smoking was common in some of the circles I spent time in. It seemed so tacky and boring,

Time this week heralded Elton John as its Icon Of The Year. In a profile piece, the magazine highlighted his longevity, stamina and prolific output. It pointed to his recent work with younger artists,