Beyoncé has revealed the cover art for her upcoming album Renaissance. Update: She has also revealed the album’s 16-song tracklist.
The image, which the singer first shared on social media, is an apparent homage to John Collier’s historic painting of noblewoman Lady Godiva, as well as of Bianca Jagger’s grand entrance on horseback at Studio 54 in 1977.
In a note accompanying the artwork, Beyoncé wrote: “Creating this album allowed me a place to dream and to find escape during a scary time for the world. It allowed me to feel free and adventurous in a time when little else was moving. My intention was to create a safe place, a place without judgment. A place to be free of perfectionism and overthinking. A place to scream, release, feel freedom. It was a beautiful journey of exploration. I hope you find joy in this music. I hope it inspires you to release the wiggle. Ha! And to feel as unique, strong, and sexy as you are.”
Renaissance is due out on Friday, July 29th. Earlier this month, she previewed the album with the house-inspired lead single, “Break My Soul,” which samples both Robin S.’s 1993 house anthem “Show Me Love” and Big Freedia’s “Explode.”
Renaissance Tracklist:
01. I’m That Girl
02. Cozy
03. Alien Superstar
04. Cuff It
05. Energy
06. Break My Soul
07. Church Girl
08. Plastic Off the Sofa
09. Virgo’s Groove
10. Move
11. Heated
12. Thique
13. All Up in Your Mind
14. America Has a Problem
15. Pure/Money
16. Summer Renaissance
Beyoncé’s “RENAISSANCE” album cover pays homage to the historic Renaissance painting of noblewoman Lady Godiva.
It also pays homage to the iconic entrance by Bianca Jagger at Studio 54 where she arrived on a horse. pic.twitter.com/GGeIdQLVkc
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