Normani’s musical journey leading up to her debut album is a testament to the tried-and-true saying, “trust the process.”
As the singer’s solo music career continues to climb, the anticipation for her upcoming full project grows. She recently put an end to the ongoing questions from her fans surrounding the status of her album. On Feb. 23, Normani finally announced the upcoming release of her debut album, “Dopamine.” With a post that appears to be the cover of the album, she stirred immense online frenzy amongst longtime supporters.
After splitting from girl group “Fifth Harmony” in 2018, Normani has successfully managed to maintain her relevancy. She continued releasing new music, like her solo chart-topping 2019 hit “Motivation,” and being featured on new tracks, like Khalid’s “Love Lies” and Sam Smith’s “Dancing With A Stranger.” She also joined pop artist Ariana Grande’s “Sweetener World Tour” in 2019. Her song “Wild Side,” which featured rapper Cardi B, broke the Internet in 2021 and cemented her rise to superstardom. Months later, the artist dropped “Fair,” as her final single before retreating from the spotlight that she often stepped away from.
Six years have passed since the initial conversations about her album and Normani’s fans, called “The Nation,” have stood by her every step of the way. The singer’s latest resurgence is showcasing her in an entirely new light. She has been opening up in ways that followers have not always been privy to. During a recent interview with Who What Wear, Normani went into more detail about her parents’ cancer diagnosis. She discussed how being there for her parents outweighed her music pursuits, placing her debut album on pause.
During this career break, she found a renewed sense of purpose. She restored her faith in the healing power of music and developed a newfound confidence. The star’s recent actions and revelations is an example of how taking a step back from any career is a powerful move that has its benefits in the long run.
Given the rise of hustle culture, taking a career break is a daunting concept to consider. However, research shows that there are many positives when individuals take a break from working. Along with rest and rejuvenation, people who take breaks from their job are more affirmed and confident. In return, progress in their personal life ultimately transferred into their work life.
Normani’s career break proves those sentiments. In giving herself the space to grow and evolve, she has been able to enter her “season of freedom” with this debut album. Her break has changed how she decides to move forward in both life and her career. Although there isn’t a specific release date, fans can expect to hear an evolved version of the artist in her upcoming project.