Freezy Faucet, known to friends as “Freeze”, is an independent artist building a name for herself in the Dallas–Fort Worth music scene. Born in Amman, Jordan, and raised mostly in Dallas, she has been passionate about music since the first time she picked up a microphone, and she works on her craft every day.
New music
When we spoke, Freeze had just completed her project El Castillo En El Mar (“Yours on the Sea”) and sent it out for release on all major platforms. She also released a mashup music video on YouTube featuring two tracks from the album, “Heartless or Truthful” and “Lesson Learned”. “I have some great producers on the album who helped bring the project together,” she says. “To get a preview, check out the music video.”
Her influences
Musically, Freeze draws on a wide mix of artists: “2Pac, Snow Tha Product, Eminem, Kehlani, Banks and Ella Mai.” Just as important is the support system she has built. “I have friends and family I’m extremely grateful for, who push me to make music the way I want to.”
What inspires you right now?
“Honestly, me. The past few months have taught me a lot about who I keep in my circle and about finding self-love and validation within myself.”
How have you overcome your struggles?
“This one is personal. I left a toxic relationship that didn’t let me grow into who I am. I had normalised a lot of negative energy, not just from that relationship but from friends and people I called family. I gave so much to others that I forgot to give to myself, and I let myself drown. For a while I was homeless, sleeping in my car and working job to job. Now I have a steady job that supports my music, a place to live, people around me who want to build with me, and a mindset focused on the bigger picture.”
What obstacles have you faced as an independent artist?
“I learned early that you can’t mix personal and business. I had to cut ties with people who brought the wrong energy, for my own good. I’m an independent artist, and I’m very proud of that.”
Her message to others
Freeze is open about her ongoing mental health battles and hopes her story helps others. “As cliché as it sounds, don’t give up. I still fight daily battles with my mental health, but it’s okay not to be okay. It’s okay to go off grid to focus on yourself and build. Don’t let your mind drown. Make your vision a reality.”
Like many artists, she lost performance opportunities during the pandemic, but she stayed focused on her music throughout. Today she is concentrating on building on her foundation, and she believes consistency is the key to success.
Follow Freezy Faucet
- Instagram: Freezy_Faucet
- YouTube: Freezy Faucet
- Twitter: Freezy.Faucet
This interview was documented by @Focuseddd_.
