(CNN) Jackson Browne wants everyone to do what he did, whether they feel healthy or not.

The 71-year-old singer has revealed to Rolling Stone that he recently tested positive for the coronavirus.

He told the publication he self-quarantined as soon as he began to feel sick and he stresses that with so many probably not being tested, being away from others is important - especially since people can be carriers and asymptomatic.

"They don't have symptoms, but they might have it and might be able to pass it on," Browne told Rolling Stone in the story that is also posted on his official site.

"That's what younger readers need to understand: They need to take part in the global response to stop the spread. That means not going anywhere, not getting into contact with anybody, not seeing anybody."

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