Ariana Grande has released her eighth album, "Petal," along with a music video for the title track that shows her violently attacking critics. The project marks a sharp departure from the glitz of her Oscar-nominated role in "Wicked" and the theater-kid energy of her 2024 album "Eternal Sunshine," trading sparkle for moody, muted electronics.
Grande has described the record as one of "unfiltered rage," and the title track reflects that with lyrics that ask who is to blame for her struggles. The video, which features gory scenes of her hacking at critics, underscores her frustration with being judged as not good enough.
This week, Grande also filed a lawsuit against hackers who allegedly stole and sold numerous unreleased songs. The album and video arrive as she continues to navigate the pressures of fame, with the new music offering a darker, more confrontational side of the superstar.