Originally slated for a December 9th release date, Fantasy Ride, Ciara's third album has been pushed back to 2009.

According to EW.com, a Zomba label rep says the poor performance of the single "Go Girl" feat. T-Pain was the reason.

"Originally due out late last summer before getting bumped to Dec. 9, Ciara’s third CD, Fantasy Ride, has now been delayed until next year. Blame it on the disappointing performance of the first single, “Go Girl,” featuring and produced by T-Pain. Proof that not everything he touches turns into a hit, the sultry dance groove quickly vanished from Billboard’s all-important Hot 100 chart no sooner than it debuted (and peaked) at a modest No. 78. “The response to ‘Go Girl’ wasn’t strong enough to ignite an album,” says a rep for the Zomba Label Group. “It’s a nice setup single because [the video] introduces Ciara’s new look and her new body, but it’s not the opener.” ."

"Fantasy Ride" was originally scheduled for release in the summer of 2008.

The label says that they're in the midst of choosing a new single that properly reflects the album's sound and direction.

"Ciara opened very wide with her first album, which gave her a broad audience and crossover appeal," says the label insider. "Her second album was a little more urban. With Fantasy Ride, they're trying to strike a balance [between pop and urban] while looking for the right single."

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