Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean hint at new Fugees music after 30 years

Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean have fueled hopes for a new Fugees album, hinting at a potential future release and describing their current relationship as being in an "amazing place." The artists shared this sentiment during an interview, with Jean stating, "All I can tell you is, man, we're in God's hands," before singing, "I’m back with my bandmate!"

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Will there be music in the future?

Hill elaborated on the positive dynamic, explaining, "There was an incredible healing process that happened with us as a band and as bandmates, and as you said we just want to showcase that and give some of that energy to the world as well." Their remarks come as they prepare for "Diaspora Calling! By Ms. Lauryn Hill," a one-day festival in Milton Keynes celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Fugees' seminal album, The Score.

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Absolutely.

While the possibility of new music was raised, neither artist confirmed that a new album is actively being recorded. The Fugees' third member, Pras Michel, is currently absent from reunion discussions as he is serving a prison sentence in the United States following his conviction in a federal lobbying and fraud case. The festival itself will feature performances by Hill, Jean, Erykah Badu, Giggs, and others, with comedian Dave Chappelle hosting.

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All I can tell you is, man, we're in God's hands. I’m back with my bandmate! So we're in an amazing place. I think the energy is very important.

Reflecting on the group's legacy, Jean emphasized that the Fugees' ambitions always extended beyond music, aiming to be a "movement." He noted the enduring relevance of the themes they explored three decades ago, particularly concerning refugees. Hill added that the Fugees themselves embodied the spirit of Diaspora Calling, with their diverse origins uniting to reflect and celebrate culture.

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There was an incredible healing process that happened with us as a band and as bandmates, and as you said we just want to showcase that and give some of that energy to the world as well.