Over the weekend, Michael Ray, the country artist known for hits like “Think A Little Less” and “Whiskey and Rain,” experienced a vehicle break-in. Early on Monday, he expressed his frustration on Instagram, revealing that his truck was targeted in a smash-and-grab incident near downtown Nashville.
Michael Ray shared an image of his damaged truck, complete with shattered glass on the pavement. He expressed his anger towards the perpetrators, lamenting the changes in Nashville and expressing a desire to have confronted the culprits.
Although he did not specify what was taken, if anything, from his vehicle, Ray is not alone in facing such incidents. Another country musician, Jay Allen, recently recounted a harrowing experience of being held up at gunpoint at a grocery store in East Nashville. Despite his physical stature, Allen felt vulnerable due to the presence of a weapon.
Following this incident, Allen decided to purchase a firearm for self-defense, emphasizing his commitment to ensuring his safety with proper training.
Michael Ray has since relocated from Nashville, opting for a quieter lifestyle in rural Georgia. In 2023, he shared with American Songwriter his feelings of disconnection from Nashville, despite his deep love for country music. He explained that while Nashville held many cherished memories, it no longer felt like the city he once adored.
From his social media activity, it seems Ray also spends time in California with his girlfriend, Audrina Patridge.