The release of Ariana Grande’s first solo single in three years signifies her musical return. The 30-year-old singer took to Instagram to express her excitement, sharing a selfie with a red lip and the words, “Yes. and? Out now.”
She had teased the new music ahead of time by posting a picture of the album along with the release date, January 12, along with a heart-shaped emoji.
A preview of the catchy song was given by Grande on Instagram, where she hinted at experimenting with a house-music-inspired beat before her distinctive soprano vocals come in. The singer also shared fan letters with lyrics from the song and excited expressions on her Instagram Story.
The new song, “Yes, And?” was written and produced by Ariana Grande
The new song, “Yes, And?” was written and produced by Grande, Max Martin, and Ilya Salmanzadeh, and it was recorded in New York City. Fans are still waiting for the corresponding visual video, even though she has already posted the official audio on her YouTube channel.
The upcoming video for “Yes, And?” was teased in a post on Thursday. It was supposed to stream on Friday at 7 a.m. PST/10 a.m. EST. There is no doubt that Ariana Grande’s loyal fan base is excited and anticipating her comeback to the music industry.
“Yes, and?” is Grande’s first solo release since “Positions”
Someone is shown holding a red card with the coordinates and the words “ag7” on it, along with the intriguing teaser that reads, “Your presence has been exclusively requested” on the back.
Viewers respond with a mixture of ridicule and criticism, pointing out the exclusivity and making lighthearted remarks about Ariana Grande’s go-to look, which includes her ponytail.
Fans can’t wait for Grande to release new music, and rapper Nicki Minaj is thrilled about her comeback to the charts.
While “Yes, and?” is Grande’s first solo release since “Positions,” she hasn’t stopped working on projects with Kid Cudi, The Weeknd, Jimmy Fallon, Megan Thee Stallion, and Kelly Clarkson, among others. She also released a reissue of her debut album, “Yours Truly,” to commemorate its tenth anniversary.
While Grande took a break from singles, she worked on her REM Beauty line, acted in the upcoming “Wicked” film, and got through her two-year separation from husband Dalton Gomez.
Ariana Grande Ignores Her Critics
The new song from Ariana Grande, “Yes, And?” was released on Friday. It features a house beat that sounds like Madonna’s “Vogue.” In the song, Grande responds to gossip about her appearance, divorce, and relationships in the tabloids and brushes off her critics.
Grande’s response to the criticism she has received since becoming a worldwide pop sensation is reflected in the rebellious dance track.
“Yes, And?” exudes an assertive energy akin to that of 2018’s “Sweetener” and 2019’s cheeky “Thank u, next.” It’s the first single from Grande’s upcoming seventh studio album, which she hasn’t released since “Positions” in 2020. The Grammy winner, along with regular partners Max Martin and Ilya Salmanzadeh, recorded the song in New York City.
Grande, who has been teasing new music since December, officially revealed “Yes, And?” on Monday, thrilling fans and celebrities like Nicki Minaj.
On Friday at 10 a.m. ET, the singer-actress, who is slated to play Glinda in the upcoming “Wicked” movie adaptation, will release the music video for the song “Yes, And?”
Ariana Grande naps in the studio while recording her new album
Ariana Grande provided fans with a glimpse into the making of her seventh studio album, sharing behind-the-scenes clips and videos from the recording sessions.
In a particular video, she can be seen dozing off on a couch while acknowledging her tiredness and expressing her happiness and appreciation for the album’s almost completion.
A video of her mother, Joan Grande, dancing, polaroids from the recording process, a picture of her dog Toulouse, and a picture of the pop star crying while giving a thumbs up was among the moments she shared.
Grande mentioned the release of the album the following year and thanked her collaborators in the post. Friends, family, and even her mother, Joan, brother Frankie Grande, and Rachel Zegler expressed their excitement in the comments section.
