Billy Ray Cyrus has faced ups and downs throughout his career in the spotlight. Cyrus, complete with his signature mullet, rose to fame in 1992 with the release of his chart-topping Grammy-nominated single “Achy Breaky Heart.” He’s since released 16 studio albums and been nominated for seven Grammy Awards.

In this world, nothing is certain except for death, taxes, and Cyrus family drama. We were reminded of this once again on Thursday, when Trace Cyrus — Miley’s half-brother and co-founder of the early-aughts-era band Metro Station — issued an impassioned plea on Instagram to his father,