For nearly six months, supporters of Pontiac, Michigan artist Malach Khalil, better known as Markel|2timez, noticed a significant change. The artist who had spent years documenting his life, music, growth, and experiences suddenly went quiet.
At first, many assumed he was simply taking a break. As the months continued, however, fans began asking questions. By the fourth month, his absence had become impossible to ignore. Yet no explanation was given.
Now, Khalil is finally breaking his silence.
According to the artist, his time away stemmed from a deeply personal battle that forced him to step back from the public eye and confront challenges he had never fully understood before. In a heartfelt statement, he explained that in February 2026 he found himself facing one of the darkest periods of his life.
“I used to wonder how people could get that low, how life could feel that heavy,” Khalil shared. “But some things you don’t fully understand until they happen inside of you.”
Since the age of 14, Markel|2timez has built a connection with supporters by openly sharing pieces of his journey. Through music, videos, and online content, he allowed audiences to witness both his successes and struggles. His platform became known for messages of perseverance and motivation, often encouraging people to “lock tf in twin” and never give up.
Ironically, Khalil admits there was a period where living up to those words became one of the greatest challenges of his life.
Rather than disappearing permanently, however, the artist says he chose to hold on. He credits his faith and support system for helping him endure a chapter that tested him mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
“God told me to be strong and hold on,” Khalil said. “I listened.”
Now, as he prepares his return, the artist says his experiences have changed both his outlook and his creative direction. Future music, content, and storytelling will explore deeper themes surrounding personal battles, healing, faith, mental health, and the struggles many people carry silently every day.
For Khalil, this comeback is about more than releasing new music. It is about helping people feel understood.
“My mission is to make anybody who has ever felt that low feel seen,” he explained. “To remind you that your pain is real, but it is not the end of your story.”
The statement also serves as a message to supporters who have remained patient throughout his absence. Rather than offering excuses, Khalil expressed gratitude for those who continued supporting him while he worked through a difficult season privately.
As he prepares to re-enter the spotlight, the artist says fans can expect an upcoming vlog that will provide further insight into his journey, what happened during his time away, and what comes next.
For the first time in months, Markel|2timez is speaking openly about his absence. More importantly, he is making it clear that this chapter is not the end of his story—it is the beginning of a new one.
With new music, new content, and a renewed sense of purpose on the horizon, the Pontiac native is stepping back into the game with a message that has become central to his mission: no matter how dark life becomes, nobody has to face it alone.