Mary J. Blige is still thinking about retiring this decade. We weeklyShe explained: “When it’s time, it’s time.”
“Sometimes I get tired,” said MJB. “I’ve been doing this for over thirty years. It’s almost time.”
What does retirement look like for the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul? “Retirement means traveling the world and going to places I’ve never been before. Relaxing on yachts and at home and enjoying the fruits of my labor.”
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Mary J Blige talks about her plans to retire “soon” and what that looks like
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Mary J. Blige recently released a brand new single called “Breathing,” featuring Fabolous.
The single, released through Blige’s own Beautiful Life Productions in association with 300 Entertainment, was produced by Shaun “S Dot” Thomas. The song was written by Mary J. Blige, Fabolous, Jocelyn “Jozzy” Donald, PurpleKBeats and Jay Hawkins and contains samples of “Kick In The Door” by The Notorious BIG and “I Put A Spell On You” by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins. Blige was additionally inspired by Nina Simone’s rendition of “I Put a Spell on You.”
“Breathing” is Blige’s second single since the release of Good morning pretty, Her critically acclaimed 15th studio album, which received six GRAMMY® nominations, including Album of the Year and Best R&B Album, at the 65th GRAMMY® Awards.
Her first single from the album, “Still Believe in Love”, was released in October 2023 and spent 7 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart. This was her eighth No. 1 on the chart and secured her the third most No. 1s among female artists in the chart’s 30-year history.
“Breathing” showcases Blige’s unparalleled vocals and intimate lyricism. It’s a song about what she promised: being happy where she is and reveling in it. Once again, Blige proves why she was hailed as the “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul.”