Rihanna Shuts Down Fans Asking for New Album During the Pandemic Rihanna jokingly addressed fans who bombarded her with questions about her highly anticipated 'R9' album. Rihanna, via Instagram Live The singer revealed that the upcoming project would be reggae-inspired during an interview with 'Vogue.' Rihanna, via 'Vogue' Rihanna, via 'Vogue' Details surrounding her albumbr may be scarce, but Rihanna hasbr been vocal in the fight againstbr the global pandemic. Along with donating personal protective equipment to New York State, Rihanna's Clara Lionel Foundation donated $5 million to various COVID-19 relief efforts.