The musician’s speech adds to recent publications that have reignited speculation among fans
The return to the original formation returned to the center of conversations after statements by Will.i.am. In an interview with the program #TheLAB, led by Brazilian producer Papatinho, the musician revealed that he already imagines a plan to reunite apl.de.ap, Taboo and including an unreleased album and debut during the carnival of .
According to Will.i.am, the idea would be to develop an album designed specifically for Rio’s festivities and release it during the carnival period. For the rapper, Brazil would be the appropriate setting to mark an eventual return of the quartet that enjoyed worldwide success between the 2000s and the following decade.
“[Imagine] we made an album for Rio’s carnival and launched it at Rio’s carnival. And it’s me, Taboo, Apl and Fergie. That would be epic,” said Will.i.am. According to the rapper, if the classic lineup gets back together, the project would need to happen in Brazil. “If we were to bring this lineup back, it needs to happen in Brazil, at Carnival. This is the stage for it”, he added.
During the conversation, Will.i.am also sent a direct message to Fergie, who left the group in 2018. “You know what we have to do. If we’re going to do it, it has to be in Brazil”, said the musician. Producer Papatinho reacted with good humor to the proposal and agreed that a Black Eyed Peas reunion at Rio’s carnival would have a great impact. He said he is ready to collaborate if the project moves forward.
Posts fuel rumors
Will.i.am’s statements add to recent publications that have reignited speculation among fans. In December 2025, Fergie published a photo alongside the singer, apl.de.ap and Taboo on social media. “We were finally able to share a meal and celebrate our important birthdays together. What a special night with my brothers, filled with love,” the singer captioned.
The Black Eyed Peas’ official profile also commented on the meeting, stating that milestones take on another meaning when shared with the family. The posts generated a series of comments calling for the return of the original lineup. Currently, the Black Eyed Peas remain a trio, formed by Will i.am, apl.de.ap and Taboo, with singer J. Rey Soul acting as vocalist since 2018.
*With information from Estadão Conteúdo
