Singer-songwriter Kylie Minogue has announced that her new single will be called "Into the blue" and it will come out March 16.

Kelly Sheehan, who has previously worked with Nicki Minaj and Beyonce Knowles, penned the lyrics for the song.

According to aceshowbiz.com, Minogue said in a statement: "2013 was a year of big change, planning and preparation for me and I'm so excited that 2014 is finally here so I can share this new music."

"'Into The blue' is really special to me as it encapsulates a lot of what I've been feeling - I can't wait for it to be out there," read the statement.

"Into the blue" will be the first track from Minogue's upcoming album, which is scheduled to hit the stores later this year.