The 'Impossible' singer, who won Britain's 'The X Factor' last year, has faced a storm of criticism in recent weeks after using objectionable terms in a rap, prompting a public backlash which sent him into a downward spiral, reported Contactmusic.
Arthur has now opened up about the controversy, revealing he was unable to speak to anyone for a week as a result of the blues and a bout of anxiety attacks as he suddenly found himself the target of death threats.
"I stayed in bed for days on end. Any time I tried to get up, I couldn't. I felt deep, deep shame about my mistakes since winning the show. I kept thinking, 'What have I done?' But since becoming famous, I've had a depressive nature. It's a curse. Maybe I suffer for my art," he added.