Ariana Grande, the Grammy-winning powerhouse, is making waves once again with the release of her latest single, 'Yes, And?' The track, dropped on Friday, serves as the first glimpse into her upcoming seventh studio album, following the 2020 release of 'Positions.'
Set against a pulsating house beat reminiscent of Madonna's iconic 'Vogue,' Grande fearlessly shrugs off the noise of detractors and gossip on 'Yes, And?' In a joyfully defiant dance track, she boldly declares, 'Now I'm so done with caring / What you think, no I won't hide / underneath your own projections / Or change my most authentic life.' The lyrics serve as a powerful response to the tabloid chatter surrounding her appearance, divorce, and new relationship.
“Yes, And?” exudes the empowered spirit reminiscent of her 2018 album 'Sweetener' and the brassy attitude characteristic of 2019's 'thank u, next.' Collaborating with long-time partners Max Martin and Ilya Salmanzadeh in New York City, Grande has crafted a track that boldly confronts the narratives imposed on her.
This anthem marks Grande's first offering from her forthcoming seventh studio album, and fans are eagerly awaiting more. Teasing new music since December, Ariana Grande officially announced 'Yes, And?' on Monday, sending her fanbase into a frenzy of excitement. A-list pals like Nicki Minaj, a fellow label-mate, expressed their enthusiasm, with Minaj commenting, 'We are ready.'
The excitement didnn't end with the single, as Ariana Grande dropped the music video for 'Yes, And?' on Friday morning at 10 a.m. ET. As Grande continues to assert her authenticity and resilience in the face of scrutiny, 'Yes, And?' emerges as a boppy anthem that not only marks her musical prowess but also sets the stage for what promises to be an unapologetic and powerful seventh studio album.