Beyonce: "Year Of 4" MTV Documentary - Watch

"Filmed while on a rare year off after the end of her previous world tour, the documentary is a look at Beyoncé relaxing and traveling the world, while simultaneously prepping for the release of her new album, called 4. Fans get a rare glimpse at the Beyonce behind the makeup and out of the costumes. It's Beyoncé the thinking woman, who reveals her thought process -- insecurities, reassurances and all -- reasoning her way through tough decisions. Though you might not think such an independent woman would have a hard time being her own boss, Beyoncé, who recently split from her longtime dad-ager Matthew Knowles, candidly addresses her fear of her new-found independence." (MTV)

Take a look at the 25-minute MTV documentary, in which Beyonce explains why she felt the need to take a year off and what she has been preparing for her fans with the launch of her new material.