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Rihanna working on new music, says A$AP Rocky

BBC News · 🇬🇧 public United Kingdom · · 313 words · By Ottilie Mitchell
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What to know about Rihanna working on new music, says A$AP Rocky

Rihanna is 'in the studio', says partner A$AP Rocky - Published Rihanna could be set to break a decade-long album hiatus, according to her partner A$AP Rocky.

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What happened

Rihanna is 'in the studio', says partner A$AP Rocky - Published Rihanna could be set to break a decade-long album hiatus, according to her partner A$AP Rocky.

Why it matters

"She in the studio right now," the rapper said on the The Jason Lee podcast on Wednesday.

Common ground

Few details about the project were revealed, apart from a denial that the pair would collaborate on a double album.

Perspective signals

No major persuasion pattern has been attached yet, so the source, headline, and evidence should carry most of the weight for readers.

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 10 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “The 38-year-old's net worth has been estimated by Forbes at over a billion dollars.”
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No evidence was provided in the search results regarding her current net worth estimation by Forbes.
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Claim 2: “noting the three children shared by the pair”
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A BBC News cross-reference explicitly mentions 'their three children' in the context of Robyn Fenty and Rakim Mayers.
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web search NEUTRAL — Robyn Rihanna Fenty (/ riˈænə / ⓘ ree-AN-ə; [1][2][n 1] born February 20, 1988) is a Barbadian singer, songwriter, businesswoman, and actress. An influential figure in popular culture, she is known fo…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rihanna
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web search NEUTRAL — Discover the official site of Rihanna. Explore her latest music, fashion ventures, beauty products, and more. Stay updated with exclusive news, events, and a closer look at the multifaceted world of R…
https://www.rihannanow.com/
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web search NEUTRAL — Sep 30, 2025 · Rihanna is Grammy-winning pop sensation known for the hit songs “Umbrella,” “SOS,” “Diamonds,” and “Work.” The Barbados-born singer rose to fame in 2005 with release of her debut album …
https://www.biography.com/musicians/rihanna
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Claim 3: “The rapper said on the The Jason Lee podcast on Wednesday”
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The provided evidence for this claim consists of generic Wikipedia entries about the letter 'A' and A$AP Rocky's albums, but does not mention 'The Jason Lee podcast'.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Rakim Athelston Mayers (born October 3, 1988), known professionally as ASAP Rocky ( AY-sap; stylized as A$AP Rocky), is an American rapper, record producer, actor, fashion designer, and model. Born an…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ASAP_Rocky
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — At. Long. Last. ASAP (stylized as AT.LONG.LAST.A$AP) is the second studio album by American rapper ASAP Rocky. It was released on May 26, 2015, by ASAP Worldwide, Polo Grounds Music, and RCA Records, …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/At._Long._Last._ASAP
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Highest 2 Lowest is a 2025 American crime thriller film directed by Spike Lee from a screenplay by Alan Fox. It is an English-language remake of Akira Kurosawa's 1963 Japanese film High and Low, itsel…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highest_2_Lowest
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Claim 4: “Since her last album, Rihanna has released singles, including some linked to film projects, including 2022's Lift Me Up for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.”
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Wikipedia and multiple web sources confirm the release of 'Lift Me Up' for the movie 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' in 2022.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is a 2022 American superhero film based on Marvel Comics featuring the character Shuri / Black Panther. Produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The soundtrack for the 2022 American superhero film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, the sequel to Black Panther (2018) based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, is produced by Marvel Stud…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — "Lift Me Up" is a song recorded by the Barbadian singer Rihanna. It was released on October 28, 2022, by Westbury Road, Roc Nation, Def Jam, and Hollywood Records, as the lead single from the soundtra…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lift_Me_Up_(Rihanna_song)
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Claim 5: “she told a reporter from Harper's Bazaar”
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Multiple sources from Harper's Bazaar (website and YouTube) confirm Rihanna has been interviewed or featured by the publication.
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web search NEUTRAL — Sophisticated, elegant, and provocative, Harper’s BAZAAR is your resource for fashion, beauty and skincare, culture, and more. Welcome to our YouTube channel! Tune in for skincare tips from celebritie…
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzsF1ghKHeif7AmTNlRYAzQ
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web search NEUTRAL — Смотрите онлайн «Harper's Bazaar interview (12 мая 2016)» от автора TONI GARRN WORLD ›› ТОНИ ГАРРН. Хорошее качество видео без регистрации в бесплатном видеокаталоге VK Видео.
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web search NEUTRAL — Harper's BAZAAR Rihanna Is the People’s Pop Star She’s a titan of music...
https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/art-books-music/a63741…
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Claim 6: “A$AP Rocky, real name Rakim Mayers”
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Wikipedia and BBC News both confirm A$AP Rocky's real name is Rakim Mayers.
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cross reference SUPPORTS — The criminal complaint, obtained by the BBC, lists the victims as Robyn Fenty and Rakim Mayers - Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's real names - their three children, Rihanna's mother Monica Fenty, and several …
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8ejw8llwggo?at_medium=RSS…
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Claim 7: “The singer and beauty mogul from Barbados, whose real name is Robyn Fenty, has not released a full album since 2016's Anti.”
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Wikipedia confirms her real name is Robyn Rihanna Fenty and multiple sources confirm her last studio album was 'Anti' in 2016.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Fenty Beauty LLC (stylized as FEИTY BEAUTY) is a cosmetics brand of Rihanna and LVMH, launched on September 8, 2017. Popular for its broad inclusivity across various skin tones, its Pro Filt'R foundat…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Robyn Rihanna Fenty ( ree-AN-ə; born February 20, 1988) is a Barbadian singer, songwriter, businesswoman, and actress. An influential figure in popular culture, she is known for her multifaceted care…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rihanna
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Savage X Fenty is a lingerie brand founded by Barbadian singer Rihanna. Along with lingerie, the line features bras, underwear, sleepwear, and loungewear. The brand features an optional membership pro…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Savage_X_Fenty
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Claim 8: “In February last year, Rihanna said that she felt "really optimistic" about a new album.”
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The provided evidence for this claim contains general biography and official site links but does not specifically confirm the February statement about optimism for a new album.
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web search NEUTRAL — Discover the official site of Rihanna. Explore her latest music, fashion ventures, beauty products, and more. Stay updated with exclusive news, events, and a closer look at the multifaceted world of R…
https://www.rihannanow.com/
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web search NEUTRAL — Sep 30, 2025 · Rihanna is Grammy-winning pop sensation known for the hit songs “Umbrella,” “SOS,” “Diamonds,” and “Work.” The Barbados-born singer rose to fame in 2005 with release of her debut album …
https://www.biography.com/musicians/rihanna
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web search NEUTRAL — Robyn Rihanna Fenty (/ riˈænə / ⓘ ree-AN-ə; [1][2][n 1] born February 20, 1988) is a Barbadian singer, songwriter, businesswoman, and actress. An influential figure in popular culture, she is known fo…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rihanna
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Claim 9: “Rihanna is 'in the studio', says partner A$AP Rocky”
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Multiple independent web sources report that A$AP Rocky stated Rihanna is back in the studio working on new music.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Robyn Rihanna Fenty ( ree-AN-ə; born February 20, 1988) is a Barbadian singer, songwriter, businesswoman, and actress. An influential figure in popular culture, she is known for her multifaceted care…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rihanna
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Rakim Athelston Mayers (born October 3, 1988), known professionally as ASAP Rocky ( AY-sap; stylized as A$AP Rocky), is an American rapper, record producer, actor, fashion designer, and model. Born an…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ASAP_Rocky
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Long. Live. ASAP (stylized as LONG.LIVE.A$AP) is the debut studio album by American rapper ASAP Rocky. It was released on January 15, 2013, by ASAP Worldwide, Polo Grounds Music, and RCA Records. The …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Long._Live._ASAP
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Claim 10: “She has also launched multiple businesses, including her popular makeup range Fenty Beauty and a lingerie company.”
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Wikipedia and Britannica confirm she founded Fenty Beauty (cosmetics) and Savage X Fenty (lingerie).
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Fenty (stylised as FEИTY) was a fashion brand of ready-to-wear founded by Barbadian singer Rihanna under French multinational luxury goods conglomerate LVMH. Fenty was launched in May 2019. The fashio…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fenty_(fashion_house)
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Fenty Beauty LLC (stylized as FEИTY BEAUTY) is a cosmetics brand of Rihanna and LVMH, launched on September 8, 2017. Popular for its broad inclusivity across various skin tones, its Pro Filt'R foundat…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fenty_Beauty
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Savage X Fenty is a lingerie brand founded by Barbadian singer Rihanna. Along with lingerie, the line features bras, underwear, sleepwear, and loungewear. The brand features an optional membership pro…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Savage_X_Fenty
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