Rihanna reveals unexpected plans for new album after eight years
- Rihanna has been working on her ninth studio album for the past eight years.
- She stated that the upcoming album will be 'unexpected' and not commercially oriented.
- This marks a new era for Rihanna as she focuses on creative authenticity and personal growth.
In early 2025, Rihanna, the 37-year-old pop star, announced that she has been working on her ninth studio album, marking her return to music after a significant hiatus of nearly ten years. Since the release of her acclaimed album 'Anti' in 2016, Rihanna has focused on various business ventures and motherhood, giving birth to her two sons with her partner, A$AP Rocky. During this time, she has frequently teased her forthcoming music, which has left fans speculating about its style. The anticipation has been building as rumors circulate regarding the album's potential reggae influences, a genre Rihanna had initially been cautious about exploring for her upcoming work. Rihanna recently reflected on her long absence from the music scene and admitted that she has spent the last eight years in the studio, working diligently to define what she wants for her new body of work. In her statement, she shared that she has finally