Justin Cary: Sixpence None the Richer Bassist Dies Aged 50 After Two Surgeries as Tributes Pour In from All Corners

Sixpence None the Richer bassist Justin Cary has died at the age of 50. The musician “passed peacefully” on Thursday, according to a GoFundMe page created to support his wife, Linda, Cary. Justin had suffered a serious stroke a week earlier and underwent two surgeries at Albany Med in New York.

He was also receiving specialized care in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) before his death. Linda was by his side when he died. Tributes have been pouring in from all corners from the time Linda broke the news of his death. “Please continue to pray and give strength during this very difficult time,” a statement read on GoFundMe.

Gone too Soon

“The road ahead is uncertain and scary so if you are so inclined to pray, send good vibes and healing energy it would be truly appreciated,” it read, adding, “We wanted to put together a fundraiser to help them during this time and show them love and support.”

“Updates will be made on this site so we can allow Linda to be with Justin at the hospital while they take each step day by day,” it was added.

On Wednesday, a statement on the GoFundMe page said the musician was “in the ICU and on a respirator.”

It added, “Linda is right next to his bed reading to him and hopeful he hears her. She is also telling him how much he is loved.”

Sixpence None the Richer was formed in Texas in 1992 before later relocating to Nashville. Cary joined the band five years later, around the time of the release of their self-titled album.

Always Maintained Low Profile

The group is best known for their 1998 hit “Kiss Me,” which earned a Grammy nomination. Their other well-known songs include “There She Goes,” “Don’t Dream It’s Over,” “Melody Of You,” and “Breathe Your Name.”

Cary also collaborated with artists such as Counting Crows and Lee Brice.

In 1997, the group signed with Steve Taylor’s label Squint Entertainment and released a self-titled album that became their major breakthrough.

The following year, “Kiss Me” came out as a single, followed by their cover of The La’s song “There She Goes.”

However, problems at Squint Entertainment eventually left the band without a label, and they went through a difficult period before releasing their album Divine Discontent in 2002.

The group disbanded in 2004 but reunited in 2007. After reforming, they released the EP My Dear Machine and the Christmas album The Dawn of Grace in 2008.

Later, in 2012, they released another album titled Lost in Transition.