A split of Ariana Grande, and an image of Grande with Ricky Álvarez
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Ariana Grande Hints She Wants to Marry Ricky Álvarez With Subtle Lyric Tweak

The pop superstar altered her lyrics during a recent performance, fueling fresh marriage rumors after rekindling her romance with Ricky Álvarez.

By Nina BrooksPublished Updated 2 min read

Ariana Grande is keeping everyone on their toes, and her latest musical tweak has fans buzzing about potential wedding bells. The pop superstar recently dropped a massive clue about her romantic aspirations, using a subtle lyric alteration during a performance to hint that she is ready to tie the knot with her boyfriend, Ricky Álvarez. Music lovers and eagle-eyed supporters quickly picked up on the modified wording. While stars frequently adjust lines during live shows for fun or flair, Grande’s specific swap appeared to signal a deeply personal message regarding her future with Álvarez. The unexpected moment immediately sent pop-culture observers into overdrive as speculation mounted about just how serious the pair have become.

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A split of Ariana Grande, and an image of Grande with Ricky Álvarez
A split of Ariana Grande, and an image of Grande with Ricky Álvarez

This subtle wedding hint comes on the heels of a whirlwind romantic timeline for the hitmaker. Reports previously confirmed that Grande and Álvarez rekindled their past romance back in July. Their renewed connection caught the attention of fans around the globe, marking a fresh chapter in the pair's long-standing history together. While neither party has officially announced an engagement, altering lyrics to signal marriage desires suggests that things between Grande and Álvarez are moving fast. The couple's revived bond appears stronger than ever, leading many to believe that a formal walk down the aisle could actually be in the cards.

Ariana Grande and Ricky Alvarez shopping together in London.
Grande (seen above with Álvarez in London) sang, “”Wrote some songs about Ricky / I’m tryna make him my last.”

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Ariana Grande singing on stage in a white gown at her final London tour show.
Grande previously hinted at her romance with Álvarez with another lyric change during her July concert in Brooklyn, New York.

The timing of Grande’s rekindled relationship with Álvarez is particularly notable given her recent personal history. The romance was confirmed just after news broke of her split from *Wicked* co-star Ethan Slater. Grande had previously been linked to Slater during production for the big-screen musical adaptation, making their eventual parting a major topic across entertainment headlines. Following her separation from Slater, Grande reconnected with Álvarez, bringing a familiar presence back into her personal life. Now, with lyric changes fueling marriage talk, Grande seems entirely focused on her evolving bond with Álvarez. Whether an official announcement is coming soon remains to be seen, but the chart-topping powerhouse certainly isn't hiding her feelings.

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A split of Ariana Grande, and an image of Grande with Ricky Álvarez
Grande (seen above with Álvarez in London) sang, “”Wrote some songs about Ricky / I’m tryna make him my last.”
Grande previously hinted at her romance with Álvarez with another lyric change during her July concert in Brooklyn, New York.
“Wrote some songs about Ricky / We always find our way back,” Grande sang.
Grande and Álvarez (pictured above together in 2016) first dated more than a decade ago and remained friends following their split.
They got back together in July after Grande and her “Wicked” co-star Ethan Slater split following three years together. (Grande and Álvarez are seen together in Boca Raton, Florida, this year.)

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Did Ariana Grande hint she wants to marry Ricky Álvarez?
Yes, reports indicate Ariana Grande changed a lyric during a performance to suggest she wants to marry boyfriend Ricky Álvarez.
When did Ariana Grande and Ricky Álvarez get back together?
Reports confirmed that Ariana Grande and Ricky Álvarez rekindled their romance in July following her breakup with Ethan Slater.