Is it pathetic to take beginner music lessons as an adult?

Not at all. There is always an opportunity to learn.

When you're on your death bed, and you're looking back on your life, you could say 'I made those songs and made those people smile', or you could say, 'I wish I made those songs, it may have made some people smile'.... Choose

Nobody was a pro before they were a beginner.  You'd better practice so that you can get past the starting point!

It would be pathetic not to if you needed them!

No, it's not. You can start at any time in life.

Absolutely not, There is no age limit on learning new skills. 

No you have to start somewhere

not if you know nothing about music

No. You're never too old to try new things and learn something new. 

How’d you know Yes it is