Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down Lead Singer, Dead at 47

The rock music world is suddenly a little less electric.

Brad Arnold, who served as the lead singer of 3 Doors Down from its inception in 1996, died Feb. 7, the band announced in a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter). He was 47.

“With his beloved wife Jennifer and his family by his side,” the statement read, “he passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, in his sleep after his courageous battle with cancer.”

The band—which also includes Justin Biltonen, Chris Henderson, Chet Roberts and Greg Upchurch—went on to highlight Arnold’s career achievements and influence across the music industry.

“As a founding member, vocalist and original drummer of 3 Doors Down, Brad helped redefine mainstream rock music,” they continued. “His music reverberated far beyond the stage, creating moments of connection, joy, faith and shared experiences that will live on long after the stages he performed on.”

And in addition to Arnold’s professional legacy, he also made a significant impact on his loved ones.