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Machine Gun Kelly Reveals Family Trauma: Father Tried for Grandfather’s Murder
Aug
Machine Gun Kelly, also known as Colson Baker, has recently shared a deeply personal chapter of his life that has had a profound impact on his music career. In a candid conversation on the podcast Dumb Blonde, hosted by Bunnie XO, the singer revealed the traumatic experience his father endured as a child, which has inevitably shaped Baker’s own journey.
A Dark Chapter in MGK’s Family History
Growing up, Baker’s life was far from ordinary. The son of Christian missionaries, his family lived in various countries, including Germany, Kenya, Egypt, and Texas, before he even reached his teenage years. However, one of the most defining and dark moments in his family’s history occurred when his father was only nine years old. Baker disclosed that his father was implicated in the murder of his own father, an event that left a lasting scar on the family. “The story that was always told to me was that their dad dropped the gun and his head essentially blew off,” Baker shared with Bunnie XO. “All happened in the room with my dad at nine years old. So him and my grandmother were tried for the murder. They were both acquitted.” This tragic incident, and the subsequent trial of his father and grandmother, created a ripple effect that influenced Baker’s upbringing and his eventual path into music.
Connecting Trauma to Musical Passion
Baker’s early life was marked by internal struggles and a sense of isolation. He described himself as a “really shy, f—ed up kid, internally, and really broken.” It was through music that he found an outlet for his pain and a way to connect with others. “I’m just now fixing myself and I don’t have the energy to be the image that I was, because I’m also kinda sick of being on an island alone, outside of my fans who can really read into the music,” Baker confessed. The connection between his childhood trauma and his passion for music was further explored in the 2022 Hulu documentary Machine Gun Kelly’s Life in Pink. In the documentary, Baker delves into his personal scrapbook, highlighting a newspaper article from June 6, 1968, with the headline “ARMY CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER IS FOUND SHOT TO DEATH AT SANDIA BASE APARTMENT.” This scrapbook serves as a tangible reminder of the painful past that has influenced his music and persona.
The Impact on Baker’s Personal and Professional Life
Baker’s father, despite his traumatic past, was described as loving and invested. However, the psychological scars left him jumpy, depressive, and emotionally removed at times. Baker reflected on this, saying, “Maybe I sabotage myself on purpose ’cause I just feel not worthy of being loved. It’s instilled from childhood, and you learn from the people that raise you.” His young daughter, Casie, shared her perspective on her father’s troubled childhood in the documentary, stating, “I can see why my Dad is so depressed, ’cause like it kind of passed on through generations to him.” Baker admits that the wound from his family’s past is “too deep to heal,” and he has often tried to drown out his pain through his music. This raw and honest approach has resonated with fans, providing a deeper understanding of the man behind the Machine Gun Kelly persona.
A Career Shaped by Personal Struggles
Baker’s most recent album, Mainstream Sellout, released in 2022, came on the heels of the Life in Pink documentary and his highly publicized relationship with Megan Fox. The album reflects his ongoing battle with his past and his efforts to channel his pain into his art. The couple’s relationship, which began when Fox was cast in the music video for Baker’s 2020 song “Bloody Valentine,” has also garnered significant media attention, adding another layer to Baker’s complex public image. Machine Gun Kelly’s openness about his father’s trial for his grandfather’s murder offers fans a glimpse into the profound personal struggles that have shaped his life and career. As he continues to navigate his journey of healing and self-discovery, his music remains a powerful outlet for expressing the depth of his experiences.
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