Singers Who Haven’t Released New Music in a Decade: Where Are They Now?

Have you ever wondered what happened to your favorite singers who disappeared from the music scene? While some musicians continue to release new music and remain in the public eye, others seem to vanish without a trace. In this article, we will take a look at some of the singers who haven’t released new music in a decade and find out where they are now.

Lauryn Hill

Lauryn Hill’s debut solo album “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” was a huge success, but the singer hasn’t released any new music since 2002. While she has made a few public appearances and performed at a handful of concerts over the years, Hill has largely remained out of the spotlight and focused on raising her children.

D’Angelo

D’Angelo’s album “Voodoo” was a critical and commercial success when it was released in 2000, but the singer hasn’t released any new music since his album “Black Messiah” in 2014. D’Angelo has been relatively quiet in recent years, but he did collaborate with SZA and Kendrick Lamar on the track “All the Stars” from the “Black Panther” soundtrack in 2018.

Fugees

The Fugees were a popular hip-hop group in the 1990s, but they haven’t released any new music since their album “The Score” in 1996. While the members of the group, including Wyclef Jean and Lauryn Hill, have all pursued solo careers, fans continue to hold out hope for a Fugees reunion.

Sade

Sade’s smooth jazz and soulful sound made her a popular artist in the 1980s and 1990s, but she hasn’t released any new music since her album “Soldier of Love” in 2010. While Sade has largely remained out of the public eye, the Nigerian-British singer has been known to take long breaks between albums.

Enya

Enya’s ethereal music and haunting vocals made her a popular artist in the 1990s and early 2000s, but she hasn’t released any new music since her album “Dark Sky Island” in 2015. The Irish singer has always been known to take her time between albums, and it’s unclear when fans can expect new music from her.

The Avalanches

The Avalanches’ debut album “Since I Left You” was a critical and commercial success in 2000, but the Australian group hasn’t released any new music since their album “Wildflower” in 2016. The group has been relatively quiet in recent years, but fans continue to eagerly await their next release.

Erykah Badu

Erykah Badu’s neo-soul sound and unique style made her a popular artist in the 1990s and 2000s, but she hasn’t released any new music since her mixtape “But You Caint Use My Phone” in 2015. While Badu has continued to perform and collaborate with other artists, fans are eagerly awaiting new music from the singer.

Outkast

Outkast’s blend of hip-hop, funk, and soul made them one of the most popular groups of the 1990s and 2000s, but they haven’t released anything new.

Tom Jones

Tom Jones is a Welsh singer known for hits like “It’s Not Unusual” and “Delilah.” Although he continues to perform, Jones and released an album in 2021, his first since 2016. In recent years, Jones has been a coach on the UK version of “The Voice” and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2006.

Alice Cooper

Alice Cooper is an American singer known for his theatrical stage shows and hits like “School’s Out” and “No More Mr. Nice Guy.” Cooper hasn’t released a new album since “Welcome 2 My Nightmare” in 2011. In recent years, Cooper has continued to tour and has also made appearances on TV shows like “The Muppets” and “Scooby-Doo! and Guess Who?”

Paul McCartney

Paul McCartney is a British singer-songwriter known for his work with The Beatles and as a solo artist. McCartney hasn’t released a new album since “New” in 2013, although he has released some singles in the years since then. In recent years, McCartney has continued to tour and has also been involved in various charitable causes.

Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan is an American singer-songwriter known for hits like “Blowin’ in the Wind” and “Like a Rolling Stone.” Dylan hasn’t released a new album of original material since “Tempest” in 2012, although he has released some cover albums since then. In recent years, Dylan has continued to tour and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2016.

While these singers may not have released new music in a while, they continue to be celebrated for their contributions to the music world. Whether they’re coaching on TV shows, touring the world, or engaging in charitable work, they continue to have an impact on their fans.

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