She has attained fourteen Billboard Hot 100 number ones thus far and is the second Barbadian artist to win a Grammy Award. She is also a cultural ambassador for Barbados. In 2021 Rihanna was named a "National Hero" in her home country, earning her the title "The Right Excellent."
Rihanna was born in Saint Michael, Barbados to Ronald Fenty, a warehouse supervisor, and Monica Fenty, an accountant. Her mother, a native of Guyana, is Afro-Guyanese and her father is Bajan and Irish. She is the oldest of three siblings; two younger brothers, Rorrey and Rajad Fenty. She began singing at around the age of seven. Her childhood was deeply affected by her father's addiction to crack cocaine and parent's rocky marriage, which ended when she was fourteen years old. Rihanna attended Charles F. Broome Memorial School, a primary school in Barbados, and then the Combermere School, where she formed a musical trio with two of her classmates at the age of fifteen. In 2004 she won the Miss Combermere Beauty Pageant. She was an army cadet in a sub-military programme that trained with the military of Barbados and Shontelle was her drill sergeant.
At the age of 15, she formed a girl group with two of her classmates. In 2003, friends introduced Rihanna and her two bandmates to record producer Evan Rogers, who was vacationing in Barbados with his wife. The group auditioned for Rogers, who said that "the minute Rihanna walked into the room, it was like the other two girls didn't exist." While auditioning for Rogers, Rihanna sang Destiny's Child's cover of "Emotion". Over the next year, Rihanna and her mom shuttled back and forth to Rogers home in Stamford, Connecticut. Then, shortly after turning 16, she relocated in the United States and moved in with Rogers and his wife. Carl Sturken helped Rihanna record a four-song demo, which included the ballad "The Last Time," a cover of Whitney Houston’s hit "For the Love of You" and what would become her first hit, "Pon de Replay" to send to various recording companies. It took a year to record the demos, because she was going to school and would only record during summer and Christmas school breaks. Rihanna's demo made its way to Def Jam, which invited her to audition for the label's then-president, Jay-Z, who quickly signed her.
Rihanna broke into the recording industry in 2005 with the release of her debut album Music of the Sun, which features the number 2 hit single "Pon de Replay". Less than a year later, Rihanna released album artist=Rihanna]A Girl Like Me and earned her first number-one single, "SOS, which sampled the popular 80s track "Tainted Love". "Unfaithful" was also released and was fairly successful.
Rihanna released her third album Good Girl Gone Bad in June 2007. Prior to the release of the album, she spent the week of the Grammys writing songs for the album with Ne-Yo. She adopted a more sexual image while recording the album, eventually dying her hair black and cutting it short. Rihanna worked with Timbaland and Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, as well as previous musical collaborators such as Stargate, Carl Sturken and Evan Rogers to re-imagine her album compositions with uptempo dance tracks. Rihanna commented, "I want to keep people dancing but still be soulful at the same time. You feel different every album, and [at] this stage I feel like I want to do a lot of uptempo [songs]."
The album topped the charts in countries like the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Brazil, Russia and Ireland, and peaked at number two in the United States and Australia. Unlike previous work, the album featured a more dance-pop sound instead of the dancehall, reggae and ballad styles. The album received positive reviews by critics, becoming her most critically acclaimed album at that time compared to her previous efforts.
It yielded eight hit singles - "Umbrella" "Shut Up and Drive", "Don't Stop The Music" "Hate That I Love You" "Rehab" "Disturbia" "Take A Bow" "If I Never See Your Face Again" - all singles reaching the top twenty on the Billboard Hot 100 — including the worldwide number-one hit "Umbrella," featuring Jay-Z.
In addition to reaching number one in various countries, "Umbrella" was the number one single in the United Kingdom for ten consecutive weeks, making it the longest-running number-one single since Wet Wet Wet's single "Love Is All Around" spent fifteen weeks at the top in 1994. The song is listed number three on the 100 Best Songs of 2007 published by Rolling Stone magazine. In 2008, "Umbrella" earned Rihanna and Jay-Z a Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration in addition to receiving nominations for Record of the Year and Song of the Year. It managed to stay at number one in the United Kingdom for 10 weeks, the longest time spent by a female and in the 21st century, on this chart.
"Umbrella" has also been recognised in various forms of accolades by the music press. The song is listed number three on the 100 Best Songs of 2007, published by the music magazine Rolling Stone. Time magazine also listed the song number three on their Top 10 Songs of 2007. The song is listed number one on Entertainment Weekly magazine's list of the 10 Best Singles of 2007, while topping the magazine's poll for the best single of 2007. Blender magazine awarded the song Song of the Year in their Readers' Poll 2007. The music press has considered "Umbrella" as 2007's Song of the Summer, while The New York Times writer Kelefa Sanneh regarded it as "arguably 2007's signature slow jam".
In August 2009, Rihanna collaborated with Jay-Z and Kanye West on "Run This Town." The song peaked at number two on Billboard Hot 100 and also reached the top ten in five other countries. She appeared on the cover of Vogue Italia for the September 2009 Issue. The shoot was influenced by Rihanna's hair, which she had cut for the shoot into a mohawk-like style. The style of the shoot was Extreme Couture and very dark, and in one shot she appeared semi-nude. Rihanna performed "Run This Town" along with Jay-Z and West for the "Answer the Call" concert at Madison Square Garden in September 2009, making it her first musical performance since the altercation with Brown. The trio also performed "Run This Town," on the premiere of The Jay Leno Show on September 14, 2009.
In November of 2009, Rated R was released in the wake of a physical altercation with romantic interest Chris Brown, who pled guilty to felony assault. The album's lead single, "Russian Roulette" -- written with Ne-Yo - was one of the year's most controversial singles. The album also includes collaborations with Tricky, The-Dream, Stargate, and SRP.
One year later, Rihanna released her fifth studio album called Loud. It's lead single, "Only Girl (In the World)", reached number one in more than ten countries. The song also won a Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording.
Talk That Talk was released one year after Loud. With the song "We Found Love", Rihanna became the fastest solo artist in the chart's history to achieve twenty Hot 100 top-ten singles, breaking the previous record set by Madonna. The song later became her eleventh number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100. "You Da One" became the second single from the album but was not as successful as "We Found Love". The third single from the album, "Talk That Talk" featuring Jay-Z, was announced on Rihanna's Twitter. The fourth single, "Where Have You Been", peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100.
On February 20, 2012, Rihanna and Chris Brown released 2 remixes, one featuring the "Talk That Talk" album track "Birthday Cake" and the other featuring Chris Brown's "Turn Up The Music"
In April 2012, the singer appeared in the movie "Battleship", which is based on the game of the same name.
Rihanna's seventh album Unapologetic was released on November 19, 2012; it was preceded by the lead single Diamonds, which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 becoming Rihanna's twelfth number one single on the chart and tying her with Madonna and The Supremes for the fourth-most number ones in the chart's history.
On January 28, 2016, Rihanna released her eighth studio album ANTI exclusively through streaming service Tidal. The album peaked at number one on the US Billboard 200, becoming Rihanna's second number one and eighth top ten album on the chart. The album was supported by the release of four singles including the lead single "Work" featuring Drake, which topped the Billboard Hot 100. Further platinum singles "Needed Me" and "Love on the Brain" both peaked inside the top ten of the Hot 100. In 2016, Rihanna was featured on several singles. The first collaboration was Calvin Harris' "This Is What You Came For," which reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and number two in the United Kingdom. Rihanna was also featured on Drake's "Too Good" from his album Views and Mike Will Made It's single, "Nothing Is Promised". On June 27, 2016, Rihanna released "Sledgehammer", the lead single from the Star Trek Beyond soundtrack. On August 28, Rihanna was honored with the MTV Video Vanguard Award at the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards. Rihanna was elected artist of the decade of 2010 by Pitchfork, Insider, Lofficiel among other major music magazines.
In October 2022, Rihanna released "Lift Me Up" from the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, marking her first solo single since 2016's "Love On The Brain". It reached #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #3 in the UK. The song was nominated for a Golden Globe and Academy Award, making it Rihanna's first nomination in both awards. On February 12, 2023, she performed at the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show, marking her first performance since the 2018 Grammy Awards. Her Halftime show became the second most watched Halftime show of all time with 118.7 million viewers, just after Lady Gaga’s (117.5 million), but behind Katy Perry’s (121 million).
What's My Name
Rihanna Lyrics
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Ooh na na, what's my name?
Ooh na na, what's my name?
Ooh na na, what's my name?
Ooh na na, what's my name?
What's my name? What's my name?
Yeah you know word of mouth
The square root of sixty nine is eight something, right?
'Cause I've been tryna work it out, ow
Good weed, white wine, uh
I come alive in the night time, yeah
Okay, away we go
Only thing we have on is the radio, oh
Let it play, say you gotta leave
But I know you wanna stay
You just waiting on the traffic jam to finish, girl
The things that we could do in twenty minutes, girl
Say my name, say my name
Wear it out, it's getting hot, crack a window, air it out
I can get you through a mighty long day
Soon as you go, the text that I write is gon' say
Ooh na na, what's my name?
Ooh na na, what's my name?
Ooh na na, what's my name?
What's my name? What's my name?
Not everybody
Knows how to work my body
Knows how to make me want it
But boy you stay up on it
You got the something
That keeps me so off balance
Baby you're a challenge
Let's explore your talent
Hey boy, I really wanna see if you
Can go downtown with a girl like me
Hey boy, I really wanna be with you
'Cause you just my type
Ooh na na na na
I need a boy, to take it over
Looking for a guy, to put in work uh
Ooh, ooh
Hey boy, I really wanna see if you
Can go downtown with a girl like me
Hey boy, I really wanna be with you
'Cause you just my type
Ooh na na na na
I need a boy, to take it over
Looking for a guy, to put in work uh
Ooh, ooh
Ooh na na, what's my name?
Ooh na na, what's my name?
Ooh na na, what's my name?
What's my name? What's my name?
Baby you got me
IT ain't nowhere that I'd be
Than with your arms around me
Back and forth you rock me, yeah
So I surrender, to every word you whisper
Every door you enter, I will let you in
Hey boy, I really wanna see if you
Can go downtown with a girl like me
Hey boy, I really wanna be with you
'Cause you just my type
Ooh na na na na
I need a boy, to take it over
Looking for a guy, to put in work uh
Ooh, ooh
You're so amazing
You took the time to figure me out
That's why you take me
Way past the point of turning me on
You 'bout to break me
I swear you got me losing my mind
Ooh na na, what's my name?
Ooh na na, what's my name?
Ooh na na, what's my name?
Ooh na na, what's my name?
Ooh na na, what's my name?
What's my name? What's my name?
Hey boy, I really wanna see if you
Can go downtown with a girl like me
Hey boy, I really wanna be with you
'Cause you just my type
Ooh na na na na
I need a boy, to take it over
Looking for a guy, to put in work uh
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
Hey boy, I really wanna see if you
Can go downtown with a girl like me
Hey boy, I really wanna be with you
'Cause you just my type
Ooh na na na na
I need a boy, to take it over
Looking for a guy, to put in work uh
Ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh
"What's My Name" is a song by Rihanna featuring Canadian rapper Drake, released as the second single from Rihanna's fifth album, Loud, in 2010. The song is a mix of pop, reggae, and R&B sounds, with a catchy chorus that repeats the phrase "Ooh na na, what's my name?"
The lyrics of the song are about a woman who is trying to figure out if her love interest really knows her name and truly understands her. She sings about wanting to spend time with him and exploring each other's talents. The chorus of the song is a question that she wants him to answer: "What's my name?" She also mentions that he knows how to work her body and make her want it, and that he can take her downtown.
One possible interpretation of the song is that Rihanna is expressing a desire for a deep connection with her lover, beyond just physical attraction. She wants him to know more about her, including her name, and wants to explore a deeper emotional connection with him. The song can also be seen as a celebration of sexual liberation and female empowerment, with Rihanna taking charge of her own desires and expressing them confidently.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh na na, what's my name?
Rihanna wants her partner to say her name out loud, as a way to validate their connection and association.
Yeah, I heard you good with them soft lips
Rihanna is aware of her partner's oral skills and wants to build intimacy with them using that attribute.
The square root of sixty nine is eight something, right?
Rihanna is using maths as a metaphor to say that she is trying to figure out their sexual chemistry.
Good weed, white wine, uh
Rihanna sets the mood for the night with the mention of the right combination of substances.
I come alive in the night time, yeah
Rihanna confesses that her mood and vibe is solely in the nighttime when the energy is high.
Okay, away we go
Rihanna confirms that the night is on, and they should go ahead with their plans.
Only thing we have on is the radio, oh
They take off their clothes and have nothing on except the music playing on the radio.
Let it play, say you gotta leave
Rihanna wants their moment of pleasure to last longer, though her partner has to leave soon.
But I know you wanna stay
Rihanna knows her partner desires to stay longer but has to leave for some reason.
You just waiting on the traffic jam to finish, girl
Rihanna implies that the traffic jam is a metaphor for an obstacle, and they need to overcome it before leaving.
The things that we could do in twenty minutes, girl
Rihanna fantasizes what they could do with the remainder of their time before her partner has to leave.
Say my name, say my name
Rihanna insists that her partner says her name out loud, once more, as a way to intensify their intimacy.
Wear it out, it's getting hot, crack a window, air it out
As the temperature rises, Rihanna suggests they open a window to keep the room cool while wearing each other out sexually.
I can get you through a mighty long day
Rihanna promises her partner that she has the magical touch to alleviate their worries and fatigue throughout the day.
Soon as you go, the text that I write is gon' say
Rihanna plans to send a message as soon as her partner leaves, ensuring that they keep in touch and their connection is secure.
Not everybody
Rihanna recognizes that not every person knows how to pleasure her sexually.
Knows how to work my body
Rihanna's partner can figure out the nuances of her body and turn her on in the right way.
Knows how to make me want it
Rihanna is reaffirming that her partner knows how to make her desire their connection and crave more of their intimacy.
But boy you stay up on it
Rihanna commends her partner for maintaining a steady flow of intimacy and desire that she craves.
You got the something
Rihanna acknowledges a unique attribute in her partner that attracts her and keeps her around.
That keeps me so off balance
Rihanna reveals that her partner's presence keeps her off-balance, in the sense that she relies on them for pleasure and support.
Baby you're a challenge
Rihanna likes that her partner is a challenge, in that they can explore and discover new ways to pleasure each other.
Let's explore your talent
Rihanna suggests that they explore her partner's sexual skills further, by trying new and innovative ways to enjoy each other's body.
Hey boy, I really wanna see if you
Rihanna states that she is looking forward to testing her partner's capabilities while exploring their intimacy.
Can go downtown with a girl like me
Rihanna hints that they need to explore each other orally.
Hey boy, I really wanna be with you
Rihanna reiterates that she is attracted to her partner and wants to explore a deeper connection with them.
I need a boy, to take it over
Rihanna states that she is looking for a man who can take control and lead her sexually.
Looking for a guy, to put in work uh
Rihanna wants a partner who is willing to work hard to satisfy her and explore new ways to pleasure each other.
Baby you got me
Rihanna confesses that her partner has won her over and made her feel comfortable with their intimacy.
It ain't nowhere that I'd be
Rihanna confirms that she is comfortable in her partner's presence and can't imagine being anywhere but with them.
Than with your arms around me
Rihanna relishes the feeling of being wrapped in her partner's arms, as it offers her a sense of security and comfort.
Back and forth you rock me, yeah
Rihanna implies that her partner is good at rocking her body back and forth, which offers a sense of pleasure.
So I surrender, to every word you whisper
Rihanna surrenders completely to her partner's charms and skills, accepting whatever they offer her.
Every door you enter, I will let you in
Rihanna confirms that she is open to exploring new levels of intimacy with her partner and will let them take control.
You're so amazing
Rihanna affirms the sexual prowess and charms of her partner, describing them as amazing.
You took the time to figure me out
Rihanna appreciates the effort that her partner put into understanding her needs and desires, leading to a pleasurable experience.
That's why you take me
Rihanna's partner understands her intimately, which enables them to satisfy her needs.
Way past the point of turning me on
Rihanna confirms that her partner satisfies her sexual desires on a deeper level beyond just turning her on.
You 'bout to break me
Rihanna implies that her partner is about to push her to her limits, both in terms of pleasure and desire.
I swear you got me losing my mind
Rihanna confesses that her partner drives her crazy with desire and pleasure, beyond containment.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Ester Dean, Mikkel Eriksen, Aubrey Graham, Tor Hermansen, Traci Colleen Hale
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Rihanna is queen of the music
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The people who's music I grew up with:
Nicky Minaj
Chris Brown
Rihanna
Katy Perry
Justin Bieber
Usher
Ariana Grande
Jennifer Lopez
Bruno Mars
Rita Ora
T.I.
Charlie Puth
Taylor Swift
Beyonce
One Direction
NeYo
Justin Timberlake
Ellie Goulding
Selena Gomez
Ludacris
Trey Songz
Lady Gaga
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2024 anyone?
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Yeah definitely it's me first time
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Yes
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Yeah ✌🏽
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Here
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Yes
@Sainihargun
Im gonna cry why can’t we turn back time
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I’m crying for this exact reason rn 😭😭😭😭😭
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yep 100%
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I feel you... 😢💖