"here i am" was originally scheduled for release in 2010, but was pushed back numerous times. initially the dance-influenced "commander" served as the album's lead single for international territories while two separate singles were serviced in the united states. "rose colored glasses" for the pop format and "grown woman" for the urban format. rowland decided in september 2010 to re-enter the recording studios to work on new material for the album. this, coupled with creative issues such as naming the album, led to multiple pushbacks. "motivation" was announced as the title for the album's new lead single during new york fashion week. it debuted online via "rap-up" magazine's website on march 2, 2011.