Britney Spears has released her first new music since the end of her conservatorship – with the pop star exclaiming that “it’s pretty damn cool” and “overwhelming” to be singing again – and with global music industry superpower Sir Elton John.
The single – Hold Me Closer – is the 40-year-old American pop star’s first single in six years and is a mash-up remix of some of Sir Elton’s songs.
The much anticipated duet mixes his 1971 hit Tiny Dancer with his 1992 song The One, while parts of Don’t Go Breaking My Heart from 1976 also feature in the track.
Spears tweeted: Okie dokie… my first song in 6 years !!!! It’s pretty damn cool that I’m singing with one of the most classic men of our time… @eltonofficial !!!! I’m kinda overwhelmed… it’s a big deal to me !!! I’m meditating more and learning my space is valuable and precious !!!
“I want to be fearless like when I was younger and not be so scared and fearful. I pray there actually is truth to the Holy Spirit and I hope that spirit is with my children as well !!! Yes… I choose happiness and joy today!!!
“I’m learning everyday is a clean slate to try and be a better person and do what makes me happy… yes I choose happiness today. I tell myself every day to let go of the hurt bitterness and try to forgive myself and others to what may have been hurtful.”
In an official statement, Spears thanked Sir Elton for “the opportunity to work with you and your legendary mind”, adding: “We are so excited for the fans to hear it!”
