Thank You (Diana Ross album)

Thank You
Studio album by
ReleasedNovember 5, 2021 (2021-11-05)
Recorded2020
StudioDiana Ross's home studio
Length49:25
LabelDecca
Producer
Diana Ross chronology
Diana Ross Sings Songs from The Wiz
(2015)
Thank You
(2021)
Singles from Thank You
  1. "Thank You"
    Released: June 17, 2021
  2. "If the World Just Danced"
    Released: September 3, 2021
  3. "All Is Well"
    Released: October 22, 2021
  4. "I Still Believe"
    Released: November 3, 2021

Thank You is the twenty-fifth studio album by American singer Diana Ross, released on November 5, 2021, by Decca Records.[1] It marks Ross' first studio album since 2006's I Love You, and her first original material since 1999's Every Day Is a New Day.[2] The album was written during COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns in 2020 and recorded in Ross's home studio.[3] Ross worked with songwriter and producer Jack Antonoff, as well as Jimmy Napes, Amy Wadge, Tayla Parx, and Spike Stent.[4] The title track was issued as the lead single on June 17, 2021, and is one of nine tracks on the album co-written by Ross. The album received a nomination for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album at the 65th Grammy Awards, Ross' first nomination since 1983.

Thank You received mixed reviews from critics. The album debuted at number 7 on the UK Albums Chart and charted in several other countries. Themes of gratitude, love, and resilience are prevalent throughout the album, reflecting Ross's personal reflections during the pandemic.

The music video for the title track "Thank You" features Ross in various elegant settings, celebrating her illustrious career.

  1. ^ Brandle, Lars (June 17, 2021). "Diana Ross Talks New Album, Shares Title Track 'Thank You': Stream It Now". Billboard. Retrieved June 17, 2021.
  2. ^ Snapes, Laura (June 17, 2021). "Diana Ross announces first new album in 15 years". The Guardian. Retrieved June 17, 2021.
  3. ^ Squires, Bethy (June 17, 2021). "Get Ready for the First Diana Ross Album in 15 Years". Vulture. Retrieved June 17, 2021.
  4. ^ Coughlan, Ellen (June 16, 2021). "Diana Ross is set to release her first studio album in 15 years". MSN.com. Retrieved June 17, 2021.