Retiring or at least rumors of retiring seems to be en vogue lately. The next in line to get on the rumored retiree bus is Alicia Keys.

According to reports, the R&B songstress wants to waive the proverbial flag and gracefully bow out of the game by the time she turns 30 to travel the world.

"I am working hard now so I have the choice to retire when I want," said Keys in a statement to the press. "I would like to travel the world and stay in places instead of having to move on like I do now. I want to experience different cultures."

Keys already took a break in 2006 during a trip to Egpyt. Rumors swirled about her departure then claiming it was due to the pressures of fame.

Keys is currently on a world tour to support her latest effort "As I Am." The tour, which also features Ne-Yo and Jordin Sparks, started February 28 and will end on October 31.

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