Rihanna's new song "Friend of Mine" has been met with mixed reviews as fans eagerly await her ninth studio album. The track, featured on the soundtrack for the upcoming Smurfs movie, showcases minimal lyrics and catchy Afrobeats-inspired production. Despite the anticipation, some fans feel the song falls short of expectations. Rihanna, who voices Smurfette in the film, is set to release her new album soon, following her last original music release in 2022. Additionally, the singer recently announced her pregnancy with partner A$AP Rocky.
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