Stevie Nicks has openly shared that while she leads a fulfilling life, one of her few regrets is not participating in elections until she reached the age of 70. In a candid interview with MSNBC, she expressed, “I never voted until I was 70, but I regret that. I’ve told everybody that onstage for the last two years.” Nicks emphasized the importance of civic engagement, pointing out the excuses people often make for not voting. She questioned, “In the long run, you didn’t have an hour? You didn’t have an hour of your time that you could have gone and voted?” This reflection highlights her newfound commitment to encouraging voter participation.

Recently, the iconic Fleetwood Mac singer has taken on an active role in advocating for voter registration, particularly as the presidential election approaches. She has been passionately urging her fans to ensure they are registered and to make concrete plans to cast their ballots. “Your vote in this election may be one of the most important things you ever do,” she passionately stated in a social media post in September, underscoring the weight of each individual’s vote in shaping the future.

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Nicks has also released a poignant new song titled “The Lighthouse,” which she wrote in response to the significant societal changes following the 2022 overturning of Roe v. Wade, the landmark Supreme Court decision that secured an individual’s right to make choices about their own body. This song not only reflects her feelings on the issue but also serves as a call to action for her listeners.

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In her interview, Nicks passionately remarked, “We have to find a way to bring back Roe vs. Wade,” highlighting the influence of artists who have historically used their music to advocate for social change. She reminisced about the powerful protest songs that emerged during the late ’50s and throughout the ’60s and ’70s, citing legends such as Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, Joni Mitchell, and Stephen Stills. “It was lots and lots and lots. I would say to all my musical poets that write songs to write some songs about what’s happening like I did,” she urged, encouraging fellow artists to take a stand through their music.