Lizzo Reclaims 'Bitch' for Empowering New Album

Lizzo is releasing a new album titled "Bitch" on June 5th, a project she describes as reclaiming the word as a declaration of confidence and self-love. The announcement was made on her 38th birthday, April 27th. The album's artwork features a defiant gesture, with a miniature Lizzo on her middle finger. The title track, "Bitch," is scheduled for release on May 1st.

This new collection follows Lizzo's 2022 album "Special." "Reclaiming the word 'bitch' is power," she stated, emphasizing its transformation from a term used to diminish women into a positive affirmation. She drew inspiration from artists like Missy Elliott who have positively used the word. The "Bitch" album will contain 12 tracks, including "Don't Make Me Love U," released on March 20th.

Originally, Lizzo had planned to release an album called "Love in Real Life." However, she decided to shelve that project, stating she needed to "do s--t differently" and follow her instincts. This artistic redirection led to the creation of "Bitch," a project she feels is more aligned with her current artistic vision.