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Beloved Noughties star ‘is secretly working on a return to music after quitting the spotlight following horror kidnap ordeal’

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90s music icon Duffy is said to be creating a new third album, returning to work after stepping away from the limelight following her disclosure about being a victim in a harrowing kidnapping incident.

In March, I left my followers taken aback when I showed up in a TikTok video, and now it seems that old flames rekindle as I’ve reportedly reunited with my ex-bandmate Bernard Butler, who produced my debut album back in 2008.

According to a source, The Sun On Sunday reports that the moment seems appropriate for her return; she’s healed sufficiently and eager to produce more music.

‘She has a great working relationship with Bernard and they trust each other.’

TopMob has contacted a representative for Duffy for comment.

10 years ago, Duffy made her reappearance in March, showing up on TikTok where she performed a lip-sync to her popular song, Mercy.

Originating from Wales, this woman stepped out of the limelight following a traumatic experience involving rape and abduction. She bravely shared this story for the first time with the public in February 2020.

She detailed that, after ascending from an aspiring talent show contestant to a Grammy Award-winning sensation in 2008, she was subjected to being raped, drugged, and held captive for several days.

In the video, Aimée Anne Duffy, better known as Duffy, performed her well-known song, where she crooned the lines, ‘You keep me pleading for leniency, yet you refuse to let me go.’

In the TikTok video shared by Emotion HQ, she was clearly seen with her distinctive, bright blond hair. This video hinted at an upcoming release of a garage remix.

In the video, there was a question posed: ‘Is it true that Duffy is actually creating a UK Garage remix with us?’ The post used the following hashtags: #duffy, #newmusic, #ElectronicMusic, #ukgarage, and #dancemusic.

In the comments section, fans excitedly expressed their joy upon her comeback, stating: “Duffy, we’ve wondered where you’ve been! We’ve surely missed you.” One fan even exclaimed: “Wow, it feels fantastic that she’s back!

It’s wonderful to have Duffy back! She’s always been an exceptional singer, isn’t she?

‘I truly adore Duffy. My initial live concert experience was seeing her perform at the Apollo in Manchester, and that album played non-stop for months after.’

Duffy hasn’t shared any new content on her personal Instagram page, which currently contains just a single post dated back to June 2020. This solitary image depicts her sitting on a doorstep in a black dress. Remarkably, the commenting feature for this post is deactivated.

For the first time in a year, Duffy’s followers received a glimpse of her, as she reappeared on social media in March 2024 – her initial post since 2020. This time, she offered an uplifting message to her admirers.

As a devoted follower, I’ve noticed that Duffy has been rather silent on her social media platforms up until now. However, in that particular post, she revealed an emotional video unveiling her personal take on the key to happiness.

The video showcases various animate art forms accompanied by moving music, as a man recites excerpts from Bianca Sparacino’s healing book, “The Strength in Our Scars.

‘At some point, you will understand – true happiness doesn’t depend on your job, education level, or romantic status.’

True fulfillment doesn’t lie in treading the same paths as those who have gone before; it’s not about resembling others.

someday, you’ll realize that true joy lies in exploration, anticipation, heeding your inner voice, and venturing wherever it leads you.

‘True joy lies in treating yourself with more compassion; it comes from accepting and nurturing the person that you are evolving into.’

someday, you’ll realize that true joy has always been about mastering the art of coexisting with yourself; that your contentment never relied on the actions or feelings of others.

‘Eventually, you’ll understand that authentic joy springs from your inner self, and nothing external can truly determine it. Your happiness has always been about you, about your own peace and contentment.’

In this new video, Duffy speaks out after a long silence, encouraging her audience with the message: “Here’s a little boost for your spirit, especially on a Monday.

‘Hope you are all doing well. Lots of love, Duffy.’

I’ve been on pins and needles since my idol posted back in June 2020! The image she shared was a captivating monochrome snapshot of herself, perfectly synced with her latest hit single, “River in the Sky.

The composer hums a tune on the piano, expressing feelings of fear towards the darkness, and describing an unseen entity that appears during the night, gently comforting her while she learns to cope with distress.

2007 marked a significant turning point for Duffy when her single Rockferry became a breakthrough hit. The following year, she released the chart-topping song “Mercy,” which propelled her into widespread recognition.

Duffy’s first album, featuring popular tracks such as Warwick Avenue and Rain on Your Parade, was an incredible success, selling approximately nine million copies worldwide. This achievement earned her three BRIT Awards and a Grammy in the category of Best Pop Vocal Album.

Following the release of her second album titled “Endlessly”, Duffy stepped away from the music scene in 2011 and pursued acting opportunities instead.

In 2020, for the first time, she disclosed her harrowing account of kidnapping and rape, explaining that during a month-long period, she was drugged at a restaurant on her birthday celebration. Afterwards, she was abducted, transported overseas, raped, flown back home, and subsequently imprisoned in her own residence.

In the moments following the incident, she was so scared that she hesitated to report it to the authorities, worried her assailant might find her instead.

It was disclosed that the event not only took a toll on Duffy’s professional life, but also caused a rift in her relationships with her family and close friends, as she found it challenging to deal with its aftermath.

Eventually, the singer needed to relocate five different times before she began to sense a modicum of security again.

1) Twice she informed the police about the incident: firstly, when someone menaced to publish her story for extortion, and secondly, following an intrusion into her house by three individuals.

In the wake of certain events, I found myself secluded for extended periods, often without seeing another living being for weeks on end.

I would remove my pajamas and toss them into the fire, then put on another pair. My hair would become tangled due to lack of brushing while I was grieving, so I decided to shave it all off.

She shared her painful experience because, despite the world’s suffering, she no longer feels embarrassed about being hurt herself.

I feel that when you express sincerely from deep within yourself, it resonates with others on an emotional level. Despite how grim my own story may be, I always speak truthfully from the depths of my heart, as I do so not only for myself but also for those who have shared similar struggles.

I’m not ashamed to confess that for nearly a decade, I was entirely on my own, and the pain of that solitude still lingers when I put it into words.

I believe I should be open about this, and that’s why I’m sharing my experience. Recovering was an incredibly difficult process for me, and I want to discuss it honestly. My hope is that if you’ve been feeling isolated in your struggles, knowing someone else has gone through the same thing might help you feel less embarrassed.

As I step back from the limelight following my brave disclosure of a harrowing past event, I want to clarify that while I am embracing silence for now, I haven’t definitively closed the door on my musical journey. There may come a time when I feel ready to share my music with the world once more.

However, her main goal was gaining closure, at least to some degree, on her decade-long anguish.

As a devoted admirer, I can finally bid farewell to this very decade, where memories reside but should stay put. No longer will I be plagued by the nagging question of “Whatever happened to Duffy?” Now, with newfound knowledge, I find myself liberated.

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2025-06-22 10:49

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