Britney Spears has deleted her Instagram once again, after teasing her new song with Elton John.
The pop star teamed up with the Cold Heart singer on the track Hold Me Closer, which was released on Friday morning.
It marks Britney’s first new music since her 2016 album Glory, and her first song since the ending of her controversial conservatorship.
#HoldMeCloser Coming Friday 🌹🚀https://t.co/uwVwF0vuJE pic.twitter.com/vvfPs2DG8k
— Elton John (@eltonofficial) August 24, 2022
Ahead of the release of the dance track, Britney deactivated her Instagram account, and took to Twitter to share her thoughts.
She wrote: “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’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.”
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.
— Britney Spears 🌹🚀 (@britneyspears) August 25, 2022
Britney added: “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!!!”
Prior to deleting her Instagram, the Toxic singer posted a brief snippet of the duo’s collaboration, accompanied by a lengthy caption thanking Elton John for the opportunity to work together.
She wrote: “Thanks @eltonjohn for posting my baby pic !!! Most people say that it’s CUTE … it surely is !! Maybe we should have Tea Time !!! Oh and let’s invite Queen Elizabeth too !!! I bet she’s a brilliant study of behavior !!! So shall we tidy up ???”
“Since most say they are honored TO KNOW ME SO WELL and only want happiness for me … you can bet your bottom dollar that THIS collaboration will heighten my year by joining your brilliant hands of play.”
“Thank you for your generosity and just thinking of me to join you on such a brilliant song !!! How cool is it to be a background voice ON YOUR song !!!”
“Sir Elton I did it thanks to your genius, creative, and legendary mind !!! I am so grateful !!! I just keep on giving don’t I ??? Can I get an AWWWWE ???” the 40-year-old added.
