RIHANNA is ready to return to the studio and produce her first album in a decade, a source close to the superstar singer has told The U.S. Sun.

Since the release of ANTI in 2016, the busy mom has been prioritizing her family and business ventures.

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Rihanna has put family first recently but The U.S. Sun understands she is ready to return to the studioCredit: Getty
 

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The 37 year-old’s last album – her eighth – came way back in 2016Credit: Getty
She now has three children with partner A$AP Rocky – three year-old RZA, Riot Rose, 2, and little Rocki Irish who arrived last September – while throwing herself headfirst into her wildly successful companies.

In 2017, Rihanna launched Fenty Beauty, a cosmetics brand, and more recently expanded her portfolio with Savage X Fenty, a lingerie and lifestyle business.

Both have been enormously successful.

Fenty Beauty was a commercial hit from day one: within its first month, the brand made about $72 million in sales and quickly sold out of key products like foundation.

By the end of 2018, annual revenue approached $570 million, and, according to Forbes, the entire operation is worth roughly $2.8 billion, with Rihanna owning about half.

Savage X Fenty also quickly became a smash-hit, achieving an approximate $1 billion valuation in early funding rounds.

The 37 year-old superstar has overseen huge revenue growth, while rolling out expanded VIP membership.

With both businesses thriving, the singer is now looking to reenergize her stellar music career, which has already seen her sell 250 million records worldwide.

A source says that although Rihanna and Rocky “truly love” raising their kids together and haven’t ruled out expanding their family, now is the time for music to return.

The insider claims Rihanna will spend less time on the road and more hours in the studio, working on what would be her ninth album.

“Rihanna is eager to return to music,” the source said. “She’s been writing a lot lately and truly misses the studio, the fans, the crowds, and performing live. While she’s incredibly happy being a mother, she’s ready to reconnect with her artistic life.”

Rihanna is also exploring other creative paths.

The U.S. Sun understands she wants to pursue acting—she has appeared in five films over the years, but nothing since Ocean’s 8 in 2018 — and work on various art projects, especially in her native Barbados.

“Ri wants to highlight her roots, her Caribbean pride, and speak on issues close to her heart, including equality, the fight against racism, and women’s empowerment,” the source added.

RIHANNA DISCOGRAPHY

2005: Music of the Sun

Genre: Dancehall-pop, Reggae
Lead Single: “Pon de Replay”

2006: A Girl like Me

Genre: Pop, R&B
Lead Single: “SOS”

2007: Good Girl Gone Bad

Genre: Dance-pop, Rock
Lead Single: “Umbrella” (The era that cemented her “Bad Gal” persona).

2009: Rated R

Genre: Pop, Dark R&B
Lead Single: “Russian Roulette” (A darker, more industrial tone following personal turmoil).

2010: Loud

Genre: Dance-pop, Eurodance
Lead Single: “Only Girl (In the World)” (The iconic “red hair” era).

2011: Talk That Talk

Genre: Pop, R&B, EDM
Lead Single: “We Found Love”

2012: Unapologetic

Genre: Pop, R&B, Dubstep
Lead Single: “Diamonds”

2016: Anti

Genre: R&B, Soul, Dancehall
Lead Single: “Work” (Widely considered her magnum opus for its experimental production).

FAMILY BACKING

A$AP Rocky, 36, is reportedly “fully supportive” of Rihanna’s return to music.

The rapper recently released his four studio album, Don’t Be Dumb, ending his own musical hiatus of eight years.

It went straight to no1 on the Billboard 200, ensuring its his biggest success for years.

“He knows how much she’s missed performing and is ready to support her just as she’s supported him,” the source said.

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“They’ve even been working on music together and plan to share creative projects that reflect their love and partnership. Mommy is going back to work—and Daddy will be right there, fully present and supportive.

“They’re confident they can be both devoted parents and thriving artists, returning together to the top of the music industry.”