Ariana Grande, the Grammy-winning artist at 30, has defiantly declared her authenticity with the release of her latest single, "Yes, And?" on Friday. The upbeat track, featuring a house beat reminiscent of Madonna's "Vogue," serves as Grande's bold response to the constant tabloid scrutiny and gossip surrounding her personal life.
In the lyrics, Grande sings, "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 song reflects her refusal to be swayed by detractors and addresses comments about her appearance, divorce, and new relationships, making it a joyfully defiant dance anthem.
"Yes, And?" is Grande's initial offering from her highly anticipated seventh studio album, marking her return since the release of "Positions" in 2020. The track was recorded in New York City with her long-time collaborators Max Martin and Ilya Salmanzadeh, renowned for producing some of her biggest hits.
The singer-actress, who will portray Glinda in the upcoming Wicked film adaptation, began hinting at new music in December, sharing studio photos on Instagram. The official announcement of "Yes, And?" on Monday drew excitement from fans and A-list friends, including label-mate Nicki Minaj, who eagerly commented, "We are ready."
Scheduled for release on Friday morning at 10 a.m. ET, the music video for "Yes, And?" is highly anticipated, promising a visually striking accompaniment to Grande's latest empowering musical endeavor.
