Paul Davis the singer, known for hits like I Go Crazy, Cool Night, and 65 Love Affair, had eventful life that included success, tragedy, and early retirement. In 1986, Paul Davis was shot during an attempted robbery at his home in Nashville, he was shot in abdomen and seriously injured, which affected his health and career. He recovered but incident contributed to his decision to step back from music industry. He continued writing songs for other artists, including country hits like You're Still New To Me with Marie Osmond which went number 1 in 1986. In late 1980s, he largely retired from performing and recording to focus on family and songwriting, living quieter life in Mississippi and Nashville. He dealt with health issues later in life. Paul Davis died on April 22, 2008 at age 60 from a heart attack at Rush Foundation Hospital in Meridian Mississippi, his hometown. His death was sudden and mourned by fans of 1970s soft rock. He left legacy of timeless ballads that still receive airplay, with I Go Crazy being one of longest-charting singles in Billboard history. His music blended pop and country soulfully, influencing later artists. So what happened was he survived shooting, retired from spotlight, and died of heart attack at 60.
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