Britney Spears Dismissed ‘Breakdown’ Claims In Instagram Return
Britney Spears has returned to Instagram with a message to her fans a week after taking her page down. The “Hold Me Closer” singer’s disappearance from the platform prompted some fans…
Britney Spears attends Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Debra Lee at The Beverly Hilton on February 11, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.
Kevork Djansezian/Getty ImagesBritney Spears has returned to Instagram with a message to her fans a week after taking her page down. The "Hold Me Closer" singer’s disappearance from the platform prompted some fans to call the police to conduct a wellness check.
Since then, Spears issued a statement to her fans, saying "As everyone knows the police were called to my home based on some prank phone calls. I love and adore my fans but this time things went a little too far and my privacy was invaded." Over the weekend, the pop singer posted a video to Twitter of her in the gym, confirming she was “alive” and “well."
She further explained her absence from the platform and admitted she temporarily left the social media platform because she was getting mocked by people for the videos she had posted of her dancing. She wrote: “I shut down my Instagram because there were too many people saying I looked like an idiot dancing and that I looked crazy. Honestly I was doing my best but it disturbed me to see people freely talk about it on TV ... yep it hurt my feelings."
Today (January 30), Britney made her first post to Instagram following her absence, sharing an image of a frozen rose flower with a long caption. It read: "Since everyone thinks they know my story. THINK AGAIN !!! A mere side of any given SUNDAY doesn’t show worship placing someone's story out there … it’s a day of WELCOMING … not a righteous reply !!! It is what it is … nope I’m not having a breakdown … I am who I am and moving forward in my life. I have never felt better !!!"
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"I am River Red," Spears claims she prefers to be called, with her Instagram bio reading "River Red" as well. Her caption continued, "Being able to volumize my voice in a world where I lost my rights … for 15 years … gives me an opportunity to succeed !!! Opportunity to know I matter and maybe if you walked in my shoes, then maybe just maybe you could understand. Still learning this no rules thing … I don’t think so limited … I feel younger and in awe …"
She concluded, "I’ve waited nearly 15 years to drink alcohol only to realize I hate it !!! It makes me sad and I feel bloated, although food tastes better ... Stay blessed and driven … SIT DOWN AND STAY HUMBLE … Nahhh, I’d rather show my a-- !!! PS yes I took my Instagram down and now it’s back up because I can !!!"
Britney Spears: Her 10 Greatest Songs, From The ’90s To Now
Britney Spears has produced some of the most iconic pop songs in history. From club bangers to hauntingly beautiful ballads, we love them all. Below, we have ranked her top 10 best songs of all time. Did your favorites make the list?
10. (I Got That) Boom Boom
Kevin Winter/Getty ImagesFeaturing the dynamic hip-hop duo that was so popular in the early 2000s, the Ying Yang Twins joined Britney on this hype dance song.
Britney Spears: Her 10 Greatest Songs, From The ’90s To Now
9. I Love Rock 'N' Roll
Andreas Rentz/Getty ImagesSo many of us heard Britney's pop version of "I Love Rock 'N' Roll" before Joan Jett's 1981 version (sorry not sorry) , and damn, we felt powerful singing along with her angelic voice.
Britney Spears: Her 10 Greatest Songs, From The ’90s To Now
8. Me Against the Music
Frank Micelotta/Getty ImagesThe Princess (Britney) and Queen (Madonna) of Pop collaborated on this absolute banger in 2003, locking lips at the VMAs that year.
Britney Spears: Her 10 Greatest Songs, From The ’90s To Now
7. Gimme More
Kevin Winter/Getty Images"Gimme More" was recorded in 2006 during Spears' pregnancy with Jayden. The song may feature racy lyrics, but it's a reference to the public's fascination with Spears's private life.
Britney Spears: Her 10 Greatest Songs, From The ’90s To Now
6. Everytime
Brenda Chase/Online USA, Inc."Everytime" is a haunting ballad that was paired with an even more unsettling music video — one that seems to depict the mental effects of being hounded by paparazzi and trapped in an unhappy relationship.
Britney Spears: Her 10 Greatest Songs, From The ’90s To Now
5. Work B---h
Kevin Winter/Getty ImagesSuch a perfect song to work out to, 2013's "Work" is one of her best songs in recent years.
Britney Spears: Her 10 Greatest Songs, From The ’90s To Now
4. Lucky
Ethan Miller/Getty Images"Lucky" (2000) tells a story about a famous pop star named Lucky, who despite seemingly having it all (fame, wealth, beauty) is truly lonely and unhappy on the inside. Looking back now, you can't help but relate the song to the singer's real-life troubles.
Britney Spears: Her 10 Greatest Songs, From The ’90s To Now
3. I'm a Slave 4 U
Scott Gries/ImageDirectWhen Britney brought out that yellow python at her 2001 MTV VMA performance, it became an iconic moment that went down in music history.
Britney Spears: Her 10 Greatest Songs, From The ’90s To Now
2. ... Baby One More Time
Brenda Chase/NewsmakersOf course, Britney's debut song deserves a top spot on the list! Coming out in 1998, people still dress up in her iconic schoolgirl outfit for Halloween!
Britney Spears: Her 10 Greatest Songs, From The ’90s To Now
1. Toxic
Scott Gries/Getty ImagesThe #1 slot goes to "Toxic," the song that brings out the bad girl in everyone. On a personal note, I remember watching the music video as a young child and feeling the need to change the channel when my parents walked in because it was SO risqué! Delighted to say it is a song that has transcended time and is played to this day.
Britney Spears: Her 10 Greatest Songs, From The ’90s To Now
