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3mo ago

Rihanna Confirms Progress on Long-Awaited Ninth Album

The singer says her new music will defy expectations and reflect her artistic growth after nearly a decade-long hiatus.

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Rihanna poses as she arrives for the Fenty X Puma Creeper Phatty Earth Tone launch party in London, Britain, April 17, 2024.
RIhanna (center) and A$AP Rocky, pictured leaving his felony gun assault trial in Los Angeles on Tuesday, praised her boyfriend's parenting in a new Harper's Bazaar interview.
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Overview

  • Rihanna revealed in a Harper's Bazaar interview that she has been working on her ninth studio album, referred to by fans as 'R9,' for the past eight years.
  • She described the upcoming album as unconventional, stating it will not adhere to any specific genre or be designed for commercial or radio success.
  • The singer emphasized the importance of making the wait worthwhile, saying the new music reflects her personal growth and artistic evolution.
  • Rihanna debunked rumors that the album will be reggae-influenced, highlighting her intent to create something entirely unexpected.
  • No release date has been announced, but Rihanna expressed optimism about the project, calling it her 'new freedom' as she balances motherhood and her career.