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For over a decade, Grammy-winning singer Duffy had all but disappeared from the public eye. But in a move that stunned fans, she recently resurfaced on TikTok, lip-syncing to her iconic hit "Mercy" in a video that immediately went viral.
It was a moment few saw coming, especially after the singer's harrowing revelation in 2020. In a now-deleted Instagram post, Duffy shared the heartbreaking reason for her long absence: she had been drugged, kidnapped, and raped in a foreign country. The traumatic experience led her to step away from music and public life altogether, struggling to rebuild herself after such an unthinkable ordeal.
For years, fans wondered if she would ever return. Her 2008 debut album Rockferry was a global success, earning her a Grammy and cementing her as one of the most promising voices of her generation. But after her second album, she faded from the industry, leaving behind questions and speculation.
When she finally spoke out in 2020, it was a raw, painful confession. "Rape stripped me of my human rights," she wrote in an essay. "It has already stolen one-third of my life." Her words were heartbreaking, yet also a powerful statement about survival.
In her new TikTok video, now 40 years old, Duffy looks radiant as she sings along to Mercy, winking at the camera as if to say, "I'm still here." The video was posted to promote an upcoming remix of the song, sparking speculation about whether she is ready to make a full musical comeback.
Duffy has rarely shared updates over the years, but in 2023, she returned to social media with an inspiring message about happiness and healing. "One day you will realize that true happiness comes from within," the video stated, a sentiment that seemed deeply personal to her own journey.
Her reappearance is not just a return to music—it's a statement of strength, a signal that she is reclaiming her voice on her own terms. Whether this leads to new music or simply a step toward healing, fans are just grateful to see Duffy shining once again.
