Huey Morgan Reflects on Music, PTSD, and Personal Growth

Huey Morgan, born in 1968 in New York, is a musician, broadcaster, and frontman of Fun Lovin’ Criminals, known for their platinum-selling album *Come Find Yourself*. In a reflective piece, Morgan shares how music became his refuge after his father left at age seven, helping him cope with feelings of inadequacy and ADHD, which he embraced as a gift for hyperfocus. His teenage years were troubled, leading to an ultimatum: jail or the marines. Choosing the latter, he served at 18, gaining musical influences from diverse comrades but also developing PTSD. Therapy, particularly talk therapy, helped him manage its effects, moving away from numbing medications and excessive drinking. Forming Fun Lovin’ Criminals, Morgan blended genres, creating a unique sound that resonated with audiences. He resisted music industry pressures, maintaining creative control, though fame exacerbated his trauma, culminating in a public PTSD episode on *Never Mind the Buzzcocks* in 2013. Sobriety, marriage, and fatherhood have since stabilized him. Morgan’s memoir, *The Fun Lovin’ Criminal*, details this journey, emphasizing resilience and the healing power of music and family. He advises his younger self to persevere, promising a brighter future.