Zayzayy changes pain into truth in new single, “Missing”

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Zayzayy’s “Missing” is a very personal, raw emotional release that comes from years of being alone, thinking about things, and not saying how he felt. The song is about the weight of lost time, moments with family, love, purpose, and identity that passed while the world kept going on, and it’s based on his time in prison from 2022 to 2025.
Zayzayy is honest and open about the event, rather than trying to make it sound better. “Missing” stays with the feelings that many people try to avoid, like sadness, loneliness, hopelessness, and depression, instead of jumping to a conclusion. There is a sense of self-reflection throughout that lets the feelings flow freely. Zayzayy turns the heavy feeling of being in prison into a story that feels real and personal by telling stories that people often don’t want to hear.
“Missing” is powerful because it can be understood in many different situations. The feelings are about being in jail, but anyone who has ever felt trapped, forgotten, or like they don’t have a purpose can relate to them. The song reflects the internal conflicts that many people keep to themselves.
This release is a big step forward for Zayzayy, turning absence into presence and pain into expression. It’s just as important to remember what you lost as it is to realize how it made you feel and use art to get your voice back. “Missing” is an excellent example of both determination and self-reflection. It reminds people that it’s okay to feel things, even when they’re by themselves, and that talking about them can help them feel better.
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