Singer Kelly Clarkson says her new album will come out early next year and that she is "proud" of it.

The 32-year-old's last release was "Wrapped in Red", which came out in 2013. Then she took a break and gave birth to daughter River Rose in june this year. Now, she is back in the studio, reports people.com.

Responding to a fan's tweet, she recently said: "Yes. I'm so proud of my next album! Might have a special guest... Doesn't come until early next year."

Soon thereafter, she shared: "The high road can be a lonely place but I'd rather talk to my shadow than a mirage."

But she made it clear that the thought referred to one of the upcoming songs and not her life as a new mom.