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Britney Jean is the eighth studio album recorded by American recording artist Britney Spears, serving as the singer's second eponymous record after Britney (2001). The album was made available for digital consumption on December 3, 2013 through RCA Records; it marks Spears' first major activity since the dissolution of her long-time record label, Jive Records, in 2011. The singer began recording material for Britney Jean in May 2013, eventually continuing into October of that year. On numerous occasions, Spears has described the album as the most personal record from her catalog. Having assumed an integral position in its production, she co-wrote each track and collaborated with songwriters and producers including Sia Furler and will.i.am to achieve her desired sound. Furthermore, the record features guest vocals from Spears' sister Jamie Lynn, T.I., and will.i.am.

Upon its release, Britney Jean received mixed reviews from music critics, who felt the album was impersonal despite its marketing, and were ambivalent towards its dated production. The record debuted at number four on the U.S. Billboard 200 with first-week sales of 107,000 copies. In doing so, it became Spears' lowest-peaking and lowest-selling record in the United States. The same happened in the United Kingdom, where it debuted at number 34; worldwide, Britney Jean reached the top 20 and top 30 in most countries.

"Work Bitch" was released as the lead single from Britney Jean on September 17, 2013. The track debuted and peaked at number 12 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100, and charted moderately in international territories. "Perfume" was released as the second and final single from the album on November 4, 2013, and peaked at number 76 on the Billboard Hot 100. Spears appeared on Good Morning America on September 17 to announce a two-year residency show at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, titled Britney: Piece of Me, which began in December 2013.

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