The Rih-turn is Nigh: Rihanna Teases Long-Awaited Album, “R9”
For seven long years, fans of Rihanna , often referred to as the “Navy,” have been waiting. It’s been seven long years since her last album “Anti” was released in 2016. And now, everyone is looking forward to the singer’s ninth album called “R9.” But the native of Barbados never opens the cards, and not everyone likes that.
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In 2019, a ray of hope shone. Rihanna uploaded several photos and stories to her Instagram in which she hinted at a reggae project. The whole Internet was convinced that “R9” is coming, and it all turned out to be a lie. Playfully, Robin continued to build intrigue, leaving the Navy fully anticipating the album again.
Into this darkness, a light has recently shone. A$AP Rocky, while vacationing in Paris with his beloved Rihanna, decided to share long-awaited tea with the fans. A$AP Rocky could not hide from the fans who hunted him down and asked about “R9.” The rapper finally confirmed: yes, Rihanna is in the studio. And, therefore, the Navy, along with the first previews from the paparazzi of Rihanna’s departure from the Parisian nightclub Lendit Studios with her team and choreographers, have again fallen into a state of excitement.
Rianna really tested our patience with “R9”. But, thankfully, the artist has not been sitting around. She actively channeled her creativity in her thriving business. She launched Fenty Beauty, a makeup powerhouse that rocked the market zone by offering a spread of shades. Additionally, she introduced Savage X Fenty, her own lingerie line that is dedicated to a positive body form . Nonetheless, the Navy is still longing for “R9”.
The story of “R9” has now developed into its own cultural event. Fan theories are enough to be said, suggesting what the new album will look like. Will there be a return to the writing of anthems for the dance floor that made Rihanna a worldwide pop star? Maybe she will delve more into her reggae influences. Perhaps Rihanna and A$AP Rocky will make an appearance on the album together. The general anticipation intensifies.
Yet, there is no official statement about the release date up to now, so the Navy is only desirably waiting. However, one fact will not change. Once Rihanna releases her 9th studio album, it will be a pure masterpiece . It’s been a long time since a woman in this industry stunned the world, and I believe nobody is ready for it. For now, let’s wait for the Rih-turn.
