Kizzy Don Breaks Silence on Baby Miracle’s Death with Emotional Song 'Therapy'
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Dancehall artiste Kizzy Don has released a song and video titled 'Therapy' addressing the death of her baby, Miracle.
- The song details her intense pain, grief, guilt, and confusion following the premature birth and death of her child.
- Kizzy Don is using therapy sessions and the song as coping mechanisms to process her trauma, with support from fellow artiste Kiprich.
Emerging dancehall artist Kizzy Don is bravely confronting the profound grief following the tragic death of her newborn daughter, Miracle. In a powerful display of artistic expression and personal healing, she has released the music video for her emotionally charged song, 'Therapy.' This release marks her first public statement since the heart-wrenching loss, offering a raw and intimate look into the psychological struggles she has endured.
What did I do? I am living but I am confused.
The song, 'Therapy,' delves deep into the complex emotions that accompany the death of a child. Lines like 'What did I do? I am living but I am confused' encapsulate the profound sadness, guilt, emptiness, and anger that parents often experience. Kizzy Don shared that these lyrics are a direct reflection of her reality, as she grapples with questioning the circumstances surrounding Miracle's premature birth and subsequent death due to cardiac arrest in Colombia. The video has already garnered significant attention, with over 27,000 views since its release on Friday.
Those lines are the most powerful for me, because that is my reality, I am constantly questioning the situation, what did I do? What did I do for this to happen to me and Kipo.
Kizzy Don's journey through this ordeal has been marked by frequent, unexpected crying spells and a struggle to engage with fans, impacting her typically sunny disposition. She finds solace and strength in therapy sessions and the unwavering support of fellow dancehall artist Kiprich, Miracle's father. Inspired by her mother's resilience, Kizzy Don's primary coping mechanism is to 'keep moving forward.' The song itself has become a form of therapy, a way for her to process her grief and strive for a less sorrowful daily existence, while Kiprich works to maintain a positive atmosphere at home. This artistic endeavor is a testament to her strength and her commitment to healing.
I find myself crying a lot, I feel like I am not ready to engage with them, when I see them, I try to hide. I know they want to talk about it but I am so hurt about it, I don’t how to express myself.
Originally published by Jamaica Observer in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.