 It is a 'tribute' to the late Chadwick Boseman (Image: Getty Images) 'After speaking with Ryan and hearing his direction for the film and the song, I wanted to write something that portrays a warm embrace from all the people that I've lost in my life," said Tems. She told the magazine: "I tried to imagine what it would feel like if I could sing to them now and express how much I miss them. Rihanna has been an inspiration to me so hearing her convey this song is a great honor.' Fans have been urging her to put out new music after her Grammy-nominated record Anti, which was released in 2016. They've flocked to Twitter this evening following the songstress' shock announcement. "I can't believe my eyes rihanna is actually not playing games this time," Tweeted one. The official MTV account joked: "IT'S BEEN 84 YEARS BUT SHE'S BACK." Speaking to Entertainment Tonight in February earlier this year, she teased a new release. She said: "Yes, you're still going to get music from me," adding : "My fans would kill me if they waited this long for a lullaby." We'll be bringing you the latest updates on this breaking showbiz news story. Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story HERE . Get email updates on the day's biggest stories straight to your inbox by signing up for our newslett){kind=link}
Hitmaker Rihanna has announced she is releasing new music after six years â teasing her new song called Lift Me Up for the Black Panther sequel, Wakanda Forever
Rihanna is releasing a new song this week â her first new track in six years.
The chart-topper confirmed her new song titled Lift Me Up will be released on Friday after it was made for the upcoming Black Panther sequel, Wakanda Forever.
Rihanna, 34, shared what appeared to be a snippet on social media, featuring a soft melody and swelling strings.
She posted a short video clip showing her name spelled in the fictional Wakandan alphabet.