Ariana Grande Makes a Comeback with New Single
Pop superstar Ariana Grande has finally released her first single under her own name in over three years, and it does not disappoint. The new track has a feel-good, bouncy melody and clear inspiration from Madonna’s “Vogue,” along with a splash of mid-90s Janet Jackson. While the song is catchy and dancefloor-friendly, the lyrics deliver a refreshingly positive message about self-acceptance and empowerment, mixed with some well-placed expletives for good measure.
The lead-in and chorus of the new single convey a powerful message: “If you find yourself in a dark situation, just turn on your light and be like, ‘Yes, and?’ Say that with your chest, be your own best friend, and keep moving.” The song’s lyrics encourage listeners to be unapologetically themselves and to keep pushing forward no matter what.
The accompanying music video for the new single is set to drop later on Friday, and fans are eagerly anticipating the visual release. The song was written and produced by Grande with longtime collaborators Max Martin and Ilya Salmanzadeh, adding to the anticipation for the singer’s upcoming album set to release later this year.
While Grande has been featured on several hit singles in recent years, she hasn’t released an album or single under her own name since her sixth full-length, “Positions,” in October 2020. However, she has been busy working on Universal’s big-screen adaptation of the hit Broadway musical “Wicked,” due out in November. Grande has also been working on album number seven with her collaborators, and fans can expect the new album to arrive sooner rather than later.
With a powerful message and a tough yet radio-friendly sound, Ariana Grande’s comeback single is already setting the stage for her long-awaited album. Fans can look forward to more music and visuals from the pop diva in the near future.