Miss Freddye Lets the Blues Tell the Truth on “Slippin’ Away”

Pittsburgh’s own Lady of the Blues, Miss Freddye, returns with a deeply affecting new single, “Slippin’ Away,” a slow-burning blues ballad that leans into the raw ache of love in decline. Released on June 14, 2024, the track is a masterclass in emotional restraint and vocal storytelling—proof that when it comes to the blues, Miss Freddye doesn’t just sing the pain, she lives inside it.

From the opening moments, “Slippin’ Away” establishes a reflective, late-night atmosphere. The arrangement is deliberately unhurried, allowing space for every note to breathe. This measured pacing works in the song’s favor, mirroring the gradual emotional drift the lyrics describe. Rather than dramatizing heartbreak, the song captures something quieter and arguably more devastating: the realization that love isn’t gone all at once—it fades, little by little, right in front of you.

Miss Freddye’s vocal performance is the undeniable centerpiece. Her voice carries decades of lived experience, and she uses that weight wisely. There’s no over-singing here—just controlled, soul-soaked phrasing that draws listeners closer with each line. She sounds resolute yet vulnerable, embodying the strength it takes to acknowledge loss without denial. It’s this balance that has long defined her artistry and keeps her rooted as a pillar of the Pittsburgh blues scene.

The emotional core of “Slippin’ Away” is amplified by its poignant backstory. Written by the late Mike Lyzenga in February 2018, the song feels like a quiet confession set to music. Its lyrics are evocative without being overwrought, tapping into universal emotions that resonate across generations. Lines linger, not because they’re flashy, but because they’re honest—capturing the moment when hope starts slipping through your fingers, and there’s nothing left to do but face it.

Production-wise, the track benefits from its intimate recording environment at Red Caiman Media in Pittsburgh’s North Hills. With Miss Freddye herself at the production helm, the song maintains a sense of authenticity that’s often lost in over-polished blues recordings. The instrumentation supports rather than competes with the vocal, creating a warm, organic soundscape that feels lived-in and sincere. Every sonic choice serves the song’s emotional intent.

“Slippin’ Away” also stands as a reflection of Miss Freddye’s remarkable journey. Beginning her musical life singing in church, she carried those early spiritual foundations into the blues, a genre that thrives on testimony and truth. Influenced by the blues records her mother loved, she officially stepped into the scene in 1996 through Blues Music Works under the guidance of the late “Big” Al Leavitt. Since then, her path—from forming Blue Faze to leading Miss Freddye’s Blues Band and Miss Freddye’s Homecookin Band—has been defined by dedication, authenticity, and deep respect for the genre.

As part of the MTS Management Group artist roster, Miss Freddye continues to prove why she remains a vital voice in contemporary blues. “Slippin’ Away” doesn’t chase trends or attempt reinvention; instead, it leans into timeless blues storytelling, trusting that truth and emotion will always find an audience.

Ultimately, “Slippin’ Away” is more than a song about love lost—it’s a reminder of the quiet power of the blues to articulate feelings we struggle to name ourselves. With grace, grit, and unmistakable soul, Miss Freddye delivers a track that lingers long after the final note fades, reaffirming her place as one of Pittsburgh’s most enduring and heartfelt musical voices.