It has been four years since Rihanna last released an album, but the singer is diligently working on recording new music. In an interview with The Associated Press, the 32-year-old pop star revealed that she has already organized numerous writing camps for her upcoming album. These camps bring together songwriters to collaborate and create original tracks for artists.

Rihanna shared that she has been asking herself personal questions about her music, such as what she feels, what she wants to convey, and how she wants to interpret her artistry. She expressed a desire to reimagine her music in a more free-spirited manner, moving away from the structured approach of the past.

As a multi-genre artist with Grammy wins in R&B, dance, and rap categories, Rihanna emphasized her intention to focus on what makes her happy and to find joy in her music amidst the heaviness of the world. Her previous album, “ANTI,” released in 2016, received critical acclaim and spawned multiple hits like “Work,” “Love on the Brain,” and “Needed Me.” With 14 No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and 31 Top 10 hits overall since her debut in 2005, Rihanna has established herself as a chart-topping artist.

Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic and her busy schedule with successful makeup and fashion ventures, Rihanna remains determined to pursue her musical endeavors. She expressed a desire to tour but acknowledged the current limitations, focusing instead on creating visuals for her new music and embracing the challenges that come with it.