Fact Check: Did Rihanna Announce To Release A Song If Kamala Harris Won? Here’s The Truth

As a die-hard member of the Rihanna Navy, I’ve seen it all – the highs, the lows, and everything in between. But this time, it seemed like we were about to sail into uncharted waters with the rumor of RiRi dropping a new song if Kamala Harris won the 2024 U.S. presidential election.


In November 2024, there was a buzz on social media suggesting that Rihanna, the multiple Grammy-winning singer, would produce new music if Kamala Harris secured victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. However, this speculation has been debunked as untrue. Here’s what transpired instead.

The speculation started when a post was shared on X (previously known as Twitter), implying that Rihanna would release a new track if Kamala Harris became president.

The message reportedly attributed a statement to Rihanna: “Should Kamala win, I’m planning to release a song. Carry on as needed to help ensure her victory.” This statement sparked excitement among fans, who started discussing the possibility of a fresh track being released.

One user responded critically to the claim, saying, “Is there no end to their narcissism?” Another user seemed to almost believe the rumor but then said, “I almost fell for it. You f***er,” showing how quickly some fans could be misled. In response to these reactions, the original poster explained, “We have to secure the win somehow,” implying that the message was a joke.

The mentioned post was actually disseminated from the fan page, specifically @headnavy, which is all about Rihanna and her devoted fans, often referred to as “The Rihanna Fleet.

Initially, people may have assumed that the post was an official statement due to the account’s name, but it turned out to be a lighthearted joke among fans. Later on, the account explained the true nature of the post, confirming that it wasn’t a genuine announcement about the election season, but rather a humorous interpretation of it.

In various subsequent comments within the conversation, @headnavy clearly stated that the message was merely intended for amusement and did not represent an official announcement from Rihanna about releasing a song following the election outcomes. Notably, reliable news sources or platforms haven’t reported any such promise from Rihanna regarding the release of a song based on the election results.

Though Rihanna hasn’t publicly declared any connection between her new music and the 2024 election, she has remained vocal on social media about the related topics.

Born in Barbados, Rihanna doesn’t have the right to vote in the U.S., yet she’s been using her influence to motivate others to take part in the voting system.

On November 4th, 2024, Rihanna shared an Instagram Reel with a comedic take on the election. The video incorporated a light-hearted caption: “Imagining myself trying to sneak into the polls using my son’s passport,” followed by another caption that read, “When you can safeguard privacy and dismiss inappropriate behavior with just one vote.

Instead of engaging in profound discussions about music, Rihanna primarily addressed trolls when responding to comments on that particular post, while also acknowledging her followers.

The video had no mention of any new songs or music releases. Instead, it focused on encouraging fans to exercise their right to vote, a cause Rihanna has been vocal about in the past.

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2024-11-14 13:23