We all know the real reason why Rih didn't release a CD in 2013. With Beyonce, Gaga, Britney, Katy, etc...all making returns to the scene, Gaga would've been easily overlooked. Why do you think she has been able to be as successful as she has been? Because when she releases her CD's, she's the only big pop act releasing anything at that time and there's no competition.