Fish Scales, a member of the Grammy-nominated Southern rap group Nappy Roots, is recovering and "in good spirits" after being shot and kidnapped in a robbery attempt Wednesday in Atlanta.

Nappy Roots posted a photo of Scales, whose real name is Melvin Adams Jr., recuperating in a hospital bed Thursday and thanked fans for their support and prayers. Scales, they said, "wanted to let everyone know that he is in good spirits and can't wait to get back to the music and [Atlantucky Brewing]."