Darius Rucker Broke His Voice Literally!

I'm losing my voice.

The frontman of the legendary rock/pop group Hootie & The Blowfish announces he had strained his voice and if he continues, he could permanently lose his voice.

Darius Rucker, 59 recently issued refunds to fans who attended his concert at the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey, July 12.

The country singer was forced to abruptly end his performance after losing his voice mid-show.

“Y’all, I can’t sing anymore,” Rucker told the audience. “This [has] never happened. I physically can’t sing, and I promise you on everything that I stand for I will make this up to you.”

The three-time Grammy winner was, however, able to finish singing his 2013 hit “Wagon Wheel” before leaving the stage.

The next day, Rucker took to his Instagram story to address the unexpected early end to his performance and apologize to fans.

“I feel awful, and I’m so sorry — I have never lost my voice in all my years of performing,” Rucker wrote July 13. “We looked at every option to reschedule, but unfortunately, it’s just not possible this year, so we’re issuing full refunds.”

“Thank you so much for all your kind messages wishing me well,” he concluded. “Love y’all, and see you soon!”

The concert marked the third stop on Rucker’s international tour, which kicked off in Maryland July 10.