After a five-year hiatus, Grammy Award-winning R&B-pop sensation Ciara has finally released her eighth studio album, “CiCi”, via her independent label, Beauty Marks Entertainment. The highly anticipated album marks Ciara’s second release under her own label, demonstrating her growth as an artist and entrepreneur.
Ciara expressed her excitement about the project’s evolution, revealing that she had been working on it for nearly five years. The album’s creation was a labor of love, with Ciara pouring her heart and soul into the music. As she put it, “I put a lot of blood, sweat, and tears into this project.” She even gave birth to two babies while working on the album, a testament to her dedication to her craft.
The album features all the tracks from her 2023 seven-track EP of the same name, including her collaboration with Chris Brown, “How we Roll”, which reached Number 1 on Billboard’s R&B digital song sales charts. Ciara emphasized that she was actively releasing music during this period, debunking the notion that she was taking a five-year break.
Despite being 21 years into her music career, Ciara remains driven by the same passion that fueled her debut album, “Goodies”. She attributed her longevity to her love for the stage, creating music, and engaging with her fans. As she explained, “When you do what you love, you never work a day in your life. So, I’m like, if I ever stop loving the process and experience, then I stop.”
In an era where rapid album releases are the norm, Ciara’s more leisurely pace has raised questions among fans and critics. However, she remains unfazed, stating that music is not the only aspect of her life. For Ciara, growing as a person, being a mother, and nurturing her family are equally important.
With “CiCi”, Ciara delivers an album that is both a reflection of her artistic growth and a testament to her enduring passion for music. As she continues to navigate the ever-changing music landscape, it’s clear that Ciara remains committed to creating music that resonates with her fans and staying true to her artistic vision.
