After years of anticipation, Rihanna is finally opening up about her highly anticipated ninth album, the follow-up to 2016’s Anti. In a new interview with Harper’s BAZAAR, she shared that she’s found clarity on her next musical direction, declaring, “I’ve cracked the code on what I really want to do.” While no specific details on the title or release date were revealed, Rihanna explained that the music will reflect her growth and evolution.
She shut down rumors that the album would be reggae, saying, “Way off!” Instead, she emphasized that the album won’t be confined to one genre, and her time away from music will make every track worth the wait.
Rihanna also expressed her excitement about the creative process, stating that the project feels authentic and reflective of where she is in her artistry. “It’s going to be where my artistry deserves to be right now,” she said, hinting that fans should expect something unexpected—”not commercial or radio digestible.”
Rihanna’s fans have been waiting eight years for new music, and it looks like the wait will be worth it!
