Rihanna thrilled fans with a major social media update, celebrating the 20th anniversary of her debut album, Music of the Sun. For instance, she updated her profile picture and header with the album titles, from “Music of the Sun” to “Anti.” Her longtime label, Roc Nation, announced the milestone, highlighting the release of new merchandise this Friday. Consequently, fans are buzzing with hope for a new album after a nine-year hiatus.
Roc Nation’s announcement centred on the 20th anniversary of Music of the Sun, released in 2005, featuring the hit single “Pon de Replay.” The label listed all of Rihanna’s albums, including:
- Music of the Sun (2005)
- A Girl Like Me (2006)
- Good Girl Gone Bad (2007)
- Rated R (2009)
- Loud (2010)
- Talk That Talk (2011)
- Unapologetic (2012)
- Anti (2016)
Additionally, Roc Nation teased new merchandise to mark the occasion. However, no specific details about the merch were shared. Fans, eager for new music, are speculating about a potential album release, given Rihanna’s nine-year gap since Anti.
Rihanna’s Current Priorities
Rihanna, expecting her third child with A$AP Rocky, may not be focused on promoting a new album. Nevertheless, her history of bold moves suggests otherwise. For example, she performed at the 2023 Super Bowl Halftime Show while pregnant, captivating millions. This resilience keeps fans hopeful for a surprise project, despite her focus on motherhood and her Savage X Fenty brand.
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Rihanna’s music career has been monumental, with over 250 million records sold worldwide and nine Grammy Awards. Her last album, Anti, marked a creative peak, blending R&B, pop, and dancehall. Since then, she has prioritised business ventures like Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty, which generate over $1 billion annually, per Forbes. However, fans remain vocal on social platforms, urging her to release new music.
