Before fans could see him return to European stages, the life of Dropout Kings’ frontman came to a sudden end — leaving behind unanswered questions, global tributes, and a family navigating unimaginable grief. Adam Lee Ramey, the lead vocalist of the rock/rap band Dropout Kings, has died at the age of 31. The band confirmed his passing in a heartfelt statement posted to their official Facebook page on May 20, 2025.
In the post, the group remembered Adam as someone whose “passion, energy, and love for music shaped Dropout Kings and touched countless lives.”
While the full cause of death was not initially disclosed in the band’s announcement, they acknowledged their immense sorrow, writing, “We’re devastated to say the least, but Adam’s spirit, charisma and energy will not only forever inspire us, but will push us into the future to be the best that we can.”
The tribute emphasized the deep bond the members shared, describing their journey together as one of building dreams and brotherhood.
“Even still, we cannot always expect things to go the way we dream nor can we understand just how special each moment with our friends and family are until those moments are memories,” the post read.
Further details were provided on a GoFundMe campaign organized by Adam’s sister-in-law. The post stated, “On May 19th, just five days before his 32nd birthday, we lost Adam Ramey—beloved husband, father, son, and lead vocalist of Dropout Kings—to suicide after a long and painful battle with addiction.”
She wrote personally about their bond. “Adam wasn’t just my brother-in-law. He was like a real brother to me. He saved my life during one of my darkest times and always showed up for the people he loved.” She also highlighted Adam’s lively presence, recalling how he “brought life and energy to every room, every family gathering, and every stage he stepped on.”
