On Saturday morning, Jennifer Lopez surprised fans by posting a new Reel on Instagram, hinting at the release of visuals for her much-anticipated 2024 album, This Is Me...Now. The Reel starts off with captivating graphics that read, "HEAR IT. SEE IT. LIVE IT. SHARE IT," against a vibrant green background, which happens to be J.Lo's "lucky" color and matches her engagement ring. The clip also features an image of a hummingbird, a bird that holds special meaning for the singer.
As the Reel continues, viewers are treated to a montage of Lopez showcasing her incredible dance skills. The scenes take place in various settings, including dancing in the rain, a factory, and even at a wedding, reminiscent of classic musicals. The Reel concludes with a heartfelt message to Lopez's fans, stating, "THIS MUSICAL EXPERIENCE IS A MANIFESTATION, THROUGH MUSIC, FILM, AND REALITY, OF A LIFE'S JOURNEY ON THE SEARCH FOR THE TRUTH ABOUT LOVE." Signed off as "Jennifer," the message is followed by a link to her official website.
This upcoming album serves as a follow-up to Lopez's third studio album, This Is Me...Then, which was released 21 years ago. The previous album was known for its songs inspired by her relationship with actor Ben Affleck, with whom she was engaged at the time. Both Lopez and Affleck went on to marry other people, with Affleck tying the knot with actress Jennifer Garner and Lopez marrying singer Marc Anthony, with whom she shares twins.
In a surprise turn of events, Lopez and Affleck rekindled their romance almost two decades later and got married in the summer of 2022. They have since blended their families together. The new album is expected to reflect their journey back to each other, with songs rumored to include titles like "To Be Yours," "Mad in Love," "Greatest Love Story Never Told," and "Dear Ben Pt. II." One particular song, "Midnight Train to Vegas," appears to reference their spontaneous wedding in Las Vegas, followed by a more formal ceremony on Affleck's Georgia estate.
This highly anticipated album marks Lopez's return to the music scene after a nine-year hiatus. It seems she has pulled out all the stops to make it a memorable album for fans. Although the release date was initially set for 2024, there are hints in the Reel suggesting something significant might happen on Monday. Fans are eagerly awaiting further updates to see if it will be the full album drop or just a preview.
