The music industry is in mourning following the untimely death of rapper Chris King, who was fatally shot in Nashville, Tennessee on April 20. King, also known as Christopher Cheeks, was just 32 years old at the time of his passing. The tragic incident occurred in an alley between Hayes and Church Streets while King was spending time with friends. According to the Nashville Police Department, King and his group were approached by three unknown men, initially cordial but escalating quickly into an attempted robbery that resulted in gunfire. King was struck and succumbed to his injuries at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. A 29-year-old companion was injured but survived. The police are actively investigating the case. King’s passing has deeply affected friends, family, and fans, including Justin Bieber, Trippie Redd, Machine Gun Kelly, and Keke Palmer, who have publicly expressed their grief and paid tribute to his memory.