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Ariana Grande, the powerhouse vocalist and global pop sensation, returned to the music scene on Friday, January 12, 2024, with her latest single, Yes, And? Inspired by the late '80s, the track features a ballroom-ready house beat reminiscent of Madonna's Vogue, as many fans have speculated over the past week. This song is the lead single for Grande's highly anticipated seventh album.
The upbeat and danceable nature of Yes, And? aligns with Grande's history of using music as a form of empowerment, sharing the same spirit of empowerment found in her 2018 album Sweetener and the confident attitude of 2019's Thank U, next.
Ari fans are reeling with excitement over the latest release due to its empowering lyrics and musical influences, adding to the fact this song is Ariana's first official release since 2020's Positions.
Ariana Grande's lyrical genius shines through her latest release
Yes, And? opens with a spirited declaration of self-confidence as Ariana Grande questions societal expectations and judgments. Grande’s decision to infuse the song with a house beat reminiscent of Madonna’s iconic Vogue adds a layer of nostalgia while reinforcing the message of embracing individuality.
“Now I’m so done with caring / What you think, no I won’t hide / underneath your own projections,” the lyrics read.
With lyrics like these, Ariana reflects a firm refusal to bend to any of the external pressures of society while inviting listeners to embrace their authenticity and reject the idea of others’ opinions impacting their lives.
In the chorus, Grande repeatedly asks, "Yes, and?" This simple yet impactful question challenges the listener to ponder why people spend so much time and effort commenting on her life and choices.
The repetition reinforces the theme of self-assertion and positions the song as a bold anthem. Ariana Grande's defiance becomes evident as she reclaims ownership of her narrative and personal boundaries, singing:
"Don’t comment on my body, do not reply / Your business is yours and mine is mine."
The lyrics apparently address the tabloid scrutiny and constant chatter surrounding Grande's life. She seemingly takes shots at the criticism about her personal life with lines like:
"Why do you care so much whose D**k I ride / Why?"
Internet is left in a frenzy as Ari drops bombs with Yes, And?
Ariana Grande left the internet in complete shambles with her latest release, where she seems to outrightly challenge public opinions on her personal life and takes shots at the media and tabloids for prying too far.
Fans of the artist were waiting for this drop after the artist had teased this release only a week ago. It's safe to say the pop star met her fans' expectations, with many users retweeting her release on X, expressing their excitement and disbelief in what the singer had to offer with Yes, And?
One user, seemingly unable to contain their excitement with the song's themes and lyrics, took to X to tweet, "I THINK IM DYING."
More fans shared their opinion of the latest release by commenting on posts about the singer's new release. Check out these excited fan reactions to Yes, And?:
Although the amount of praise received for Ariana Grande's new single significantly outshines the criticisms, it was interesting to see how some fans appreciated the lyrics but not the song's production.
Few users commented on a Yes, And? fan reaction post stating:
The majority of criticisms for the song included personal opinions on the artist’s lifestyle and allegations of Ariana Grande being a supposed “homewrecker.”
The song has faced minimal harsh criticism and continues to be revered by her fans as one of the artist's finest releases, celebrated for its exceptional writing, spacy vocals, and a house-inspired pop beat.
As Ariana Grande gears up for her new album, the song gives her fans an idea of what to expect. With the majority of positive reactions, Yes, And? stands as a well-rounded lead single encapsulating her new era.
