Once again, Lana Del Rey made her dedicated fan base hold their breath in anticipation. On Friday, April 11, she shared an emotional message on Instagram in which she thanked her fans for their loyal support and her collaborators for their input on her newly released single, Henry, Come On. This powerful country ballad is anticipated to be included in her 10th studio album. However, it came as a surprise when, at the end of the video, Del Rey mentioned significant progress—the album would not be released on its scheduled date of May 21. Further, with the change in release date, she also announced a change in the album title; it would not be called The Right Person Will Stay. However, she refused to disclose the new title to keep the element of intrigue alive.
New Single 'Blue Bird' Set for April 18 Amid Album Postponement
In contrast to the disappointment of postponing the album, Lana Del Rey provided something exciting for her fans: the next single, "Blue Bird," has been set for April 18. This suggests that while the complete album might not be finished, she is committed to keeping the ball rolling with new music. The singer held back from giving either a new date for the album release or a new title. Nevertheless, letting her fans stay hopeful, "Blue Bird" will add yet another dimension of sound to her evolving palate. If anything, her frankness about the delay and the cheeky yet honest tone reflect a genuine, deep connection she has with the audience.
Del Rey’s History of Album Delays Continues
On the flip side, such a thing is not neoteric by Del Rey; she has changed her release schedule. It was the same with her earlier albums Did You Know That There's a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd, Chemtrails Over the Country Club, and Blue Banisters, which did experience some postponements. All these well-acclaimed projects have been met heroically at the box office. This course suggests that, per se, sometimes it does frustrate the fans, but then the most wonderful polish and personal touch have taken place as a result. After all, Del Rey has seldom guaranteed that her music has to work to a deadline, but has always kept the consideration of quality and depth in it. Yet, this also makes her spontaneous, creative effort endearing in the eyes of the listeners.
Stagecoach Performance to Proceed as Planned
Though albums may get delayed, the live performance remains a priority for Del Rey. She's going to be at the Stagecoach Festival on April 25. In her own words, she recalls how different it feels from headlining Coachella last year: "Stagecoach," she'll perform instead of at a much smaller venue. But rather than take this as something negative, Del Rey seemed genuinely beaming. "My band is so excited. I am really excited, and I am really happy for this album to be moving along," she wrote on her Instagram. Most artists would remain silent under similar delay situations, but instead, Del Rey freely communicates through updates, thereby keeping the relationship with fans from growing cold.
