Singer Battles Relapse After Golf Cart Crash

Singer-songwriter Ruston Kelly is candidly sharing his journey through sobriety. In a recent Instagram post, the 37-year-old announced he was three days sober, having ceased all substance use, including alcohol.

This renewed commitment follows a golf cart accident in early June. The incident caused Kelly to relapse, a path he had previously vowed to avoid. He had previously stated he would remain clean as long as he wasn't using amphetamines.

Kelly's struggle intensified after the accident, which resulted in a broken arm. He was administered potent painkillers, including fentanyl and morphine, and later received a prescription for Percocet. This medication quickly triggered a relapse, reawakening a long-dormant addiction.

He has now resolved to remain completely sober, acknowledging his lifelong battle with substance abuse. Kelly is abstaining from all drugs and substances, including alcohol and THC, to protect his personal life, career, and art.

Much of Kelly's music reflects his personal challenges with addiction. His earlier albums documented his struggles and his path toward sobriety. His latest work explores themes of love and life's complexities.