"Only Beating 25 Percent" After Near-Fatal Hospitalization •••••••••••••• Ray J is speaking out after a scary health scare earlier this month. The singer and reality TV figure was hospitalized in Las Vegas with severe pneumonia and chest pains, and now says his heart is only functioning at about 25 percent — far below normal — even though he’s back home recovering. ••••••••••••• In an emotional video on Instagram, Ray J thanked fans for their prayers and support, saying he “almost died” and continues to focus on healing while leaning on loved ones.