Beyoncé is rumored to be readying a third Renaissance album — and fans think she’s dropping a huge hint about what direction it will take.
In an Instagram post on Thursday (February 29), the former Destiny’s Child singer revealed a bold new aesthetic as she posed for photos for CR Fashion Book.
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The pictures show Beyoncé adopting more of a punk rock style with a multi-colored mullet, ripped clothing and a corset.
The mother of three spoke to the magazine about her hair change, saying: “I always wanted an asymmetrical cut in the ’90s, but my mother wouldn’t let me do it. So I’m having the time of my life at this shoot.”
She added: “Hair is actually the first step when I’m creating tours, films, and albums; being able to see the hairstyles first is what influences the sound, looks…everything.”
Because of the pictures, many fans have begun speculating that Renaissance Act III will be a rock album, continuing the trend of each installment following a clear and defined aesthetic.
Act I, which was released in 2022, was heavily influenced by dance and ballroom culture, while the upcoming Act II (out March 29) appears to be country themed.
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One commenter on Bey’s post asked: “Is this part of the rock album visuals?” while another speculated: “HINT TO ACT iii rock album!!?”
Someone else wrote: “Act 3 clues already? Aw you shouldn’t have.”
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It was previously reported that Act III would be a collaborative album with her husband JAY-Z.
According to The New York Times pop culture reporter Kyle Buchanan, Queen Bey was planning a full-length collaboration with Hov to round out the Renaissance trilogy.
The power couple previously joined forces for Everything Is Love in 2018.
Buchanan also shared some insight into the second album, claiming it will be an entirely acoustic project.
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Another rumor is that Act III will be a Destiny’s Child reunion project.
Kelly Rowland was asked about the speculation during a recent radio appearance to promote her movie Mea Culpa.
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She did not seem happy to be asked the question, replying: “That is her business to talk about, not mine. Just ask them. I’m here to talk about Mea Culpa” — albeit with a playful wink.
