Yesterday I came down with allergies/sinuses and my throat got all dry and hoarse, and last night as I was driving down the road my voice went out completely. Now I haven't been able to talk. If I clear my throat and drink some water, the very best I can get out is a low, pathetic moan.
I'm not sick or anything, it's just my throat is messed up from all the dust and pollen in the air. Lucky for me however, I can still type.
Now I know what it's like for an older singer like GL to have his/her voice go on you.