Ariana Grande Announces Deluxe Album Release: ‘Brighter Days Ahead’
Ariana Grande has officially unveiled the release date for the deluxe version of her much-anticipated 2024 album, eternal sunshine. The new project, titled brighter days ahead, is set to drop on March 28, 2024, and will feature six new tracks along with a fresh album cover depicting Grande levitating in the air.
Deluxe Edition Details
While termed a “deluxe” edition, this release marks the third reissue of Grande’s popular record. Earlier in 2024, she released the “slightly deluxe and also live” version, which included live performances of various songs and distinct remixes. Collaborations on this edition featured well-known artists such as:
- Mariah Carey on “yes, and?”
- Brandy and Monica on “the boy is mine”
- Troye Sivan on “supernatural”
- Bonus track “ordinary things” with her nonna
The live recordings were performed by a 10-piece orchestral band, enriching the listening experience with a captivating sound.
Future Musical Direction
Grande has been referring to brighter days ahead as an “attachment” to eternal sunshine. She first introduced this concept during a red carpet interview at the 2025 Golden Globes. Moreover, this might be her last significant musical release for a while. The artist has hinted at a shift in her career focus, expressing a desire to delve into acting and musical theater.
In her own words, Grande stated during a 2024 appearance on the Las Culturistas podcast: I’m always going to make music, I’m always going to go on stage, I’m always going to do pop stuff, I pinky promise. But I don’t think doing it at the rate I’ve been doing it for the past 10 years. [That] is where I see the next 10 years.
Conclusion
As Ariana Grande prepares to release brighter days ahead, fans are excited to see what new musical offerings she has in store, even as she prepares to explore different avenues in her artistic journey.
