After more than three decades in entertainment, Robbie Williams is back on the road, ready to celebrate. His new album, 'Britpop', marks his 16th number one, breaking the previous record set by The Beatles. As his 'Long 90s' tour begins, he reflects on his achievements, stating, I think as British people we're very good at piercing the balloon of our own success and undercutting it and devaluing ourselves, emphasizing his desire to embrace success this time around.

The tour will feature smaller venues reminiscent of his early solo days, and he describes 'Britpop' as the album he always wanted to create post-Take That. Collaborations with bandmates like Gary Barlow and notable artists including Gaz Coombes and Tony Iommi highlight a return to his roots.

Reflecting on his past during the Britpop era, Williams admits to battling depression amidst commercial success, stating, I couldn't experience joy from any of it. Now, he acknowledges the cultural significance of the 90s, noting, The last great decade for popular culture because everything since then has become quite vanilla.

Having dealt with stage fright and media scrutiny in the past, Williams candidly shares that becoming a father changed his perspective and brought clarity to his life. The world started to make sense because I'd been running away from responsibility, he says, emphasizing the importance of family. As he enjoys a quieter life away from the press's harsh glare, he expresses his satisfaction with where he is now, proclaiming, I'm having an amazing time.

As for potential reunions with Take That, Williams hints at nostalgia but focuses on his current happiness and future ambitions, including plans for a university of entertainment. As his latest album 'Britpop' releases, the Long 90s tour promises to be a celebration of his journey and successes.