Rihanna, Chris Brown 'planning to go public'

Rihanna and Chris Brown are reportedly planning to go public with their relationship next month.

The pair, who have been spotted kissing in public in recent weeks, will apparently confirm their rekindled romance after Rihanna releases her new album Unapologetic on November 19.

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The couple split in 2009 after Brown assaulted her. He was later convicted of the crime and sentenced to community service.

"She's hitting the studio real hard these days, but [talks] to Chris every step of the way," a source told Hollywood Life.

"As soon as she finishes up with this album, they will be out. She gotta focus and get that album together and stay paid."

Brown confirmed earlier this month that he had split from girlfriend Karrueche Tran because of his "renewed friendship" with Rihanna.

Listen to Rihanna's new single 'Diamonds' below:

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