One of the events she performed at was organized for people who had suffered a brain injury. "Had a great time playing for the brain injury awareness walk today! I got to meet so many wonderful people and just being able to show my support was amazing," wrote Hicks. Adding, "My prayers go out to everyone who has suffered a brain injury. You are strong and you are brave and God is watching over every one of you" (via Facebook).
Unfortunately, the young musician appeared to hit a rough patch in 2017. At 16, she was arrested for domestic violence for allegedly attacking her older sister, and grandmother. Two years later, the musician was arrested again for underage drinking. After failing to appear in court twice for her arraignment, a warrant was issued for her arrest (per Fox News).
When the singer's mother, Jodi, confirmed that her daughter had died, she shared that her Hicks had struggled with her mental health, and had previously dealt with depression and substance abuse. "She will live on through her music," stated Jodi (via TMZ).
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