Ariana Grande Says It’s ‘Very Silly’ to Think She’s Abandoning Music Amid New Acting Roles: ‘I Plan to Sing for You All Next Year’

Ariana Grande has reassured fans that music remains a priority, even after her ventures into the “Wicked” universe and her upcoming role as part of the voice cast in John M. Chu’s “Oh, the Places You’ll Go” film.

The pop star took to social media to explain that she has read the comments and isn’t closing a chapter on the music aspect of her career, even though acting has taken priority as of late. “Very silly of you all to assume that just because i have my hands full with many things that i plan to abandon singing & music … !!! it is and has always been my lifeline. there will need to be room made for all of it. 🧚🏼‍♂️,” she wrote.

“It may not look exactly like it did before but i much prefer how it looks in my head. i am having fun. i feel grateful and excited and inspired. 🙂 finding a balance, between many projects and endeavors i love, and doing it my own way… so i’m working on a plan to sing for you all next year. even if it’s just for a little. i love you.”

Grande, of course, hasn’t left her music career behind. Last year, she released her seventh album “Eternal Sunshine” and, this past March, dropped “Eternal Sunshine Deluxe: Brighter Days Ahead,” featuring six additional tracks (including an extended version of the intro). She notably did not tour for “Eternal Sunshine,” though her social media suggests that smaller shows could potentially be in the works.

In a statement to Variety, a representative for Grande reinforced her message, claiming that music will always be a focus. “Ariana’s plate is definitely full right now, but she’s genuinely enjoying this chapter,” says the rep. “She’s loving the opportunity to dive deeper into acting, and she remains incredibly hands-on with her various businesses. That said, Ariana has always been and continues to be a musician first. The goal is to find a rhythm where all of these creative outlets can coexist, and she’s very much in the process of building that balance out.”

Grande is currently building on the success of “Wicked” with the upcoming release of “Wicked: For Good,” set to hit theaters on November 21.