Rygin King was shot in the Westmoreland parish of Jamaica on 27 June 2020 according to reports, the incident occurred around 9:00 PM.

At the time of the shooting, Rygin King, whose real name is Matthew Smith, was sitting in a car with a friend when two men approached and opened fire. Smith was hit and was rushed to the hospital in critical condition.

The news of the shooting sparked widespread concern and shock among fans and fellow musicians, who have taken to social media to express their support for Rygin King and his recovery at the time. Many have also called for an end to the violence and gun crime that plagues Jamaica.

At the time Rygin King was just stepping into his best form when this incident happened, known for his unique style and powerful lyrics. His hit songs include “Tuff,” “Things Go Change,” and “Legend.”

Despite the shooting, Rygin King is recovering well and has promised to be back stronger. He had to take a break from music but he made a comeback in 2021 with new music, videos, and more.

Matthew Smith has never given up faith that he will walk again and has been undergoing intense physical therapy and rehabilitation to regain movement in his lower body. He has also been working with a team of medical professionals, including doctors, nurses, and physical therapists, to help him achieve his goal of walking again.

In a recent interview, Rygin King spoke about his rehabilitation journey, saying that it has been challenging but he remains determined to walk again. He stated that he has to be very patient and it’s not easy but he is determined and focused on his goal.

The artist has been sharing updates about his rehabilitation journey on social media, and has been praised for his positive attitude and determination to overcome his injuries. His fans and fellow musicians have also been offering their support and well-wishes for his recovery.

In addition to his physical therapy, Rygin King has also been working on new music, which he says has been a source of inspiration and motivation for him during his rehabilitation. He has been sharing some of his new songs on social media and has been receiving positive feedback from fans and critics alike.

His last full body of work was the Therapy album which came out last August featuring 12 tracks, including Therapy, Broken, and more. There were a lot of emotions and feelings in this album.

In conclusion, Rygin King’s shooting was a tragic incident that left him with severe injuries and paralyzed from the waist down. However, the artist has remained determined and focused on his goal of walking again, and has been working hard to achieve it through intense physical therapy and rehabilitation. His positive attitude and determination to overcome his injuries have been an inspiration to many, and his fans and fellow musicians continue to offer their support and well-wishes for his recovery.