Why Rihanna?
Why is Rihanna one of the most prominent artist's of the 21st-century?
It’s not uncommon for artists in the music industry to be multi-talented, but it's pretty rare for artists to be very successful in business, the fashion industry and their music career. Rihanna who is a global pop and fashion icon, continues to push boundaries with billboard records as a singer, songwriter, businesswoman, performer, and actress.
The bad-gyal Riri is well-known for her powerful vocal range and diverse musical style but has become a true fashion icon due to her profound fashion style and creativity at the MET Gala. She is also the second best-selling female music artist of all time and the highest certified female artist of all time on the RIAA’s digital ranking. She didn’t just stop there, she created and launched two flourishing businesses. The first one being “Fenty Beauty” and the second being “Savage X Fenty”. These companies are well known for breaking beauty standards and their extensive range of inclusivity.
From selling over 250 million records worldwide, to being the most watched performer at the super bowl half-time, then being the wealthiest female musician, and lastly being a humanitarian. You can say for certain that Riri has put in “work work work”.
SONGS
My favorite songs by Rihanna
Pon De Replay
"Pon De Replay" was Rihanna's official debut single! This is the song that kicked off her career and showed the world a new style of pop with its reggae and dance-pop elements. I It reached number two in the US and number 10 in European countries.
Release
May 24, 2005
Lyrics
"Come run, run, run, run Everybody move, run Lemme see you move and rock it 'til the groove done Shake it 'til the moon becomes the sun (sun) Everybody in the club, give me a run (run) If you ready to move say it (yeah, yeah) ..."
Man Down
"Man Down" was recorded for Rihanna's fifth studio album, Loud. It showcases reggae, Caribbean rhythms with some hint of electronic music. This song highlights her prominent bajan accent and vocal agility when expressing regret to ending someone's life.
Release
May 3, 2011
Lyrics
"What started out as a simple altercation Turned into a real sticky situation Me just thinking on the time that I'm facing Makes me wanna cry 'Cause I didn't mean to hurt him Could've been somebody's son And I took his heart when I pulled out that gun..."
Love On The Brain
"Love on the Brain" was recorded for her eighth studio album, Anti. It a doop-wop genre aka rhythmic blues that has a wave of orchestra. It starts off with Riri’s subtle vocals and progresses to a powerhouse vocal performance that emphasizes the pain from being in a destructive, yet addictive relationship.
Release
September 27, 2016
Lyrics
"Oh, and baby I'm fist fighting with fire Just to get close to you Can we burn something, babe? And I run for miles just to get a taste Must be love on the brain..."