Rihanna

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Rihanna Rihanna Rihanna Rihanna performing at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre in 2008 Background information Birth name Born Origin Genre(s) Occupation(s) Years active Label(s) Website Robyn Rihanna Fenty February 20, 1988 (1988-02-20) Saint Michael, Barbados R&B, reggae, pop Singer 2005–present Def Jam Recordings www.rihannanow.com Recordings after auditioning for then-label head Jay-Z. In 2005, Rihanna released her debut studio album, Music of the Sun, which peaked within the top ten of the Billboard 200 and features the Billboard Hot 100 hit single "Pon de Replay". Less than a year later, she released her second studio album, A Girl Like Me, peaking within the top five of the Billboard albums chart and produced her first number one single, "SOS". Rihanna’s third studio album, Good Girl Gone Bad (2007), peaking at number two on the Billboard 200, released three US number one hit singles—"Umbrella", "Take a Bow", and "Disturbia", and the worldwide hit "Don’t Stop the Music". The album was nominated for nine Grammy Awards, winning Best Rap/ Sung Collaboration for "Umbrella", which features Jay-Z.[1][2]a[›] Rihanna had sold over eleven million albums worldwide and has received several allocates, including the 2007 World Music Awards for World’s Best-Selling Pop Female Artist and Female Entertainer of the Year, as well as the 2008 American Music Awards for Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist and Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist.[3][4] She also serves as the cultural ambassador for Barbados.[5] Biography 1988–2004: Early life and recording contract Rihanna was born in Saint Michael, Barbados, to Ronald and Monica Fenty. She has two younger brothers, Rorrey and Rajad Fenty.[6] Her mother, a native of Guyana, is Afro-Guyanese and her father is Barbadian and Irish.[7] Rihanna’s parents divorced when she was fourteen years old.[6] 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.[8] She was an army cadet in a sub-military Robyn Rihanna Fenty (born February 20, 1988), who performs under the mononym Rihanna (pronounced /riːˈɑːnə/), is a Barbadian singer, model, and beauty queen. Born in Saint Michael, Barbados, Rihanna relocated to the United States at the age of sixteen to pursue a recording career, under the guidance of record producer Evan Rogers. She subsequently signed a contract with Def Jam 1 From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia programme that trained with the military of Barbados and Shontelle was her drill sergeant.[9] At the age of fifteen she formed a girl group with two of her classmates.[6] 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".[6] 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 to the U.S. and moved in with Rogers and his wife.[6] Carl Sturken, helped Rihanna record a four-song demo[10], which included what would become her first hit, "Pon de Replay" to send to various recording companies. 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.[8][11][12] Rihanna Less than eight months after the release of Music of the Sun, Rihanna released her second album, A Girl Like Me, in April 2006. The album reached number five on the Billboard 200[13] and has been certified platinum by the RIAA, having shipped over one million units.[14][17] The lead single, "SOS," peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming her first number-one in the United States.[16] The second single, "Unfaithful," was a worldwide hit. In 2006, before the release, Rihanna served as an opening act for Gwen Stefani to promote the album. Rihanna then started touring with Pussycat Dolls from November to February 2007 in the United Kingdom. When Rihanna received an endorsement deal from Clinique, she recorded a song written by Ne-Yo entitled "Just Be Happy" as part of the deal to promote their Happy fragrance. Rihanna also recorded a song called "Winning Women" with Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger for P&G’s female deodorant Secret. During this time Rihanna made her acting debut in a cameo role to the film Bring It On: All or Nothing, released on August 8, 2006[18]. 2005–2006: Music of the Sun and A Girl like Me Rihanna released her debut album, Music of the Sun, on August 30, 2005 in the United States. The album reached number 10 on the Billboard 200.[13] As of 2009, the album is certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America, denoting shipments to US retailers of over 500,000 units.[14] The album received mixed reviews by music critics. Rolling Stone magazine rated it 2.5 out of 5 stars and described as lacking the replay value, ingenuity and rhythm of the single with "generic vocal hiccups and frills" of US R&B inflecting upon her "caribbean charm".[15] Music of the Sun yielded two singles, the first being "Pon de Replay", which was peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100.[16] It also became a global hit where it peaked within the top 10 across 15 countries. The second single, "If It’s Lovin’ That You Want" was less successful than "Pon de Replay", having managed a peak position of number 36 in the United States.[16] In Australia, Ireland and New Zealand the single proved to be well-received reaching the top 10 in those countries. 2007–present: Good Girl Gone Bad and domestic violence case Rihanna went into the studio in early 2007 with Ne-Yo, Stargate, and Timbaland among others to record her third album, Good Girl Gone Bad. The album was released on June 5, 2007. The album so far has yielded eight hit singles, 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 10 consecutive weeks,[19] making it the longest-running UK number-one single since Wet Wet Wet’s single "Love Is All Around" spent 15 weeks at the top in 1994.[20] The song is listed number three on the 100 Best Songs of 2007 published by Rolling Stone magazine.[21] Her other singles, "Shut Up and Drive", "Don’t Stop The Music" and Hate That I Love You were able to mirror the success of "Umbrella," with "Don’t Stop the Music" reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 while peaking at number one in various countries. With the re-issue of her third album, titled Good Girl Gone Bad: Reloaded, which was 2 From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Rihanna the other being Beyoncé Knowles. Good Girl Gone Bad has shipped over two million units in the United States, receiving a two-time platinum certification from RIAA; this gave Rihanna her best-selling album, to date.[14] Rihanna was nominated in four categories at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards, winning Monster Single of the Year and Video of the Year.[23] At the 2008 Grammy Awards Rihanna received six nominations, which included Song of the Year, Record of the Year and Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for "Umbrella," Best Dance Recording for "Don’t Stop The Music" and Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group and Best R&B Song for "Hate That I Love You". "Umbrella" earned Rihanna her first Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.[24] Starting September 12, 2007, Rihanna toured Canada and the United States in support of the album with several shows and then crossed to Europe. The tour was called the The Good Girl Gone Bad Tour, and was the first tour headlined by her alone. A documented performance at Manchester Evening News Arena on December 6, 2007 was released as a DVD on June 17, 2008. Rihanna won Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist and Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist at the 2008 American Music Awards.[25] On April 16, 2008, she embarked on the Glow in the Dark Tour with Kanye West, Lupe Fiasco, and N.E.R.D.[26] Rihanna is set to appear in Kanye West music video "Paranoid".[27] On February 8, 2009, Rihanna’s scheduled performance at the 2009 Grammy Awards was canceled.[28] Reports later surfaced regarding an alleged altercation with her boyfriend, singer Chris Brown, who was arrested on suspicion of making criminal threats.[29][30][31] On March 5, 2009, Brown was charged with assault and making criminal threats.[32] Due to a leaked photograph from the Los Angeles Police Department obtained by TMZ.com—which revealed Rihanna had sustained visible injuries—an organization known as STOParazzi has proposed a law called "Rihanna’s Law", which, if enacted, would "deter employees of law enforcement agencies from releasing photos or information that exploits crime victims."[33][34][35] Gil Kaufman of VH1 reported "[t]he nonstop coverage of the Rihanna/ Brown case has brought up a number of issues regarding the privacy of alleged victims of domestic violence, including the decision Rihanna at Kanye West’s Glow in the Dark Tour released on June 17, 2008,[22] Rihanna released the singles "Take a Bow" — which became a worldwide number-one hit — the duet with Maroon 5, "If I Never See Your Face Again," and the other #1 hit "Disturbia" which debuted at number 18, it gave Rihanna her 4 #1 on the Hot 100. The single "Disturbia" reached to number four before reaching number one, as her previous single, "Take a Bow", was at number two, making Rihanna the seventh female singer to have two songs in the top five. Rihanna has five Billboard Hot 100 number ones hits both as a lead artist thus far ("SOS," "Umbrella," "Take a Bow" and "Disturbia"), as well as T.I.’s "Live Your Life", on which she is featured. This makes her one of the two female solo artist with the most number ones this decade, with 3 From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia by almost all major news outlets to divulge the identity of the victim—which is not typically done in domestic-violence cases" and the controversial distribution of the leaked photograph.[36] In May 2009, nude photographs allegedly featuring Rihanna were leaked to the internet.[37][38] Island Def Jam sent a letter to the website hosting the pictures demanding that they be taken down. It is not clear that Rihanna is the person featured in the nude photographs, although the artist is visible in accompanying clothed pictures.[39][40] Rihanna sounding keyboards and by the incongruous hint of anguish in Rihanna’s girlish voice.[48] Influences Rihanna cites Beyonce as her idol[49][50] and the one that inspired her to start her career.[51][52] She also cites Bob Marley, Madonna, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys[52], Fefe Dobson,[53][54][55] Whitney Houston, Destiny’s Child, Celine Dion,[55] Brandy,[56] and Gwen Stefani[57] as musical influences. In a interview, Rihanna stated, that while growing up in Barbados, she grew up listening to reggae music and when she came to the U.S. she was exposed many different types of music.[58] Rihanna also stated that Mariah Carey has been one of major influences, whose classic song, "Vision of Love" made an impact on her.[59] Musical style and performance Music and theme Rihanna’s musical style has changed during the release of her last three albums. Her music includes various styles of musical genres, including contemporary R&B, dance-pop, pop rock and the Caribbean music styles of reggae and dancehall. Her music was first described as a Reggae/Dancehall vibe. With the release of her debut album Music of the Sun and its lead single "Pon de Replay", Jason Birchmeier of Allmusic described Rihanna’s musical style as "synthesize Caribbean rhythms and beats with standard-issue urban dance-pop: Caribbean-inflected urban, if you will."[41] Rihanna is also described as utilizing "dancehall-lite beats and a reggae vocal cadence."[41] NME describes the singer as a "heady mix of dancehall, reggae and contemporary R&B."[42] During the release of her sophmore album A Girl Like Me, many critics felt that Rihanna’s sound and substance was too heavily similiar to that of Beyonce’s.[43][44][45] Her music then became more R&B and dance-pop follow-up album A Girl Like Me. With songs like "Kisses Don’t Lie" and "Shut Up and Drive", her music style became more pop rock oriented. Barry Walters of Rolling Stone considers Rihanna’s A Girl Like Me to be "lightweight dancehall and R&B jams."[46] After the release of Good Girl Gone Bad, Allmusic’s Andy Kellman credits Rihanna to be "as pop as pop gets."[47] Kelefa Sanneh of The New York Times described her hit "Umbrella" as a lightweight pop confection with a heavy hip-hop backbeat, a breezy love song enriched by those unexpectedly goth- Videography Jon Bream of the Star Tribune commented "[i]n the tradition of Madonna and Janet Jackson, Rihanna has become the video vixen of the ’00s ... Rihanna has perfected the pout, the long-legged strut and trend-setting hairdos that keep women and men alike checking her out on YouTube."[60] George Epaminondas of InStyle considers Rihanna’s music videos to be "cinematic" due to her "blend of lush island rhythms and swinging pop and ... mischievous sensuality."[61] Rihanna commented that Marilyn Monroe and vintage clothing served for visual inspiration for the music video "Hate That I Love You" and "Rehab"; in contrast, the "dark, creepy" scenes of "Disturbia" have drawn comparison to Michael Jackson’s Thriller.[60][62] Public image In recent months, Rihanna has set herself apart from other R&B starlets, opting for designer couture over belly-baring crop tops.[63] Sonya Magett of Black Voices reported that Rihanna’s style has become quite risqué since she burst on the scene 4 years ago. In 2008 she constantly surprised, switching from pretty and sweet in pastels on the red carpet to dominatrix-leaning wear on stage and at awards shows.[64][65][66] Rihanna’s fashion and style also landed her on the list of People’s 10 Best Dressed Stars of 2008. Also in 2009, Glamour Magazine awarded Rihanna with the seventeenth most 4 From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia glamorous woman of 2009 out of fifty. Glamour Magazine also commented on Rihanna’s style saying "rockstar of leading ladies" and "She almost can’t make a style mistake right now.” They also said her "little-bit-punky, very-much-girly look still entrances readers."[67][68] Rihanna’s image has also been identified as a sex symbol. Regal of the Associated Content stated that Rihanna quickly garnered a more mature and definitely sexier look. In 2007, she ranked #8 in Maxim’s 2007 Hot 100 list;[69] she then ranked #15 on 2008 Hot 100 list the following year.[70] In June 2007, Rihanna was named 2007 Venus Breeze’s “Celebrity Legs Of A Goddess” by Gillette.[71] Margeaux Watson of Entertainment Weekly wrote an article entitled "Rihanna: Diva of the year" which he refers to her breakout success of 2008.[72] In 2009, Maxim awarded Rihanna as the number 8th most sexiest woman on earth.[73] This made Rihanna the only female of African descent in the top ten or top twenty for that matter. Rihanna company Iconic Fragrances.[86] Iconic Fragrance will launch the fragrance in the summer of 2010.[87][88] Philanthropy Rihanna created her Believe Foundation in 2006 to help terminally ill children.[89] Rihanna has performed a number of concerts to raise funds for both charities and the Foundation. She is also a 2008 Cartier LOVECHARITY Bracelet Ambassador, performed at Madonna’s Raising Malawi fundraiser, and helped a woman find a bone marrow donor. Also, Rihanna has been looking for bone marrow donor for a young girl named Jasmina.[90] Since her efforts to find a bone marrow donor for Jasmina, there has been two possible matches. Rihanna has also honored Jasmina’s best friend, Isabella for her efforts for trying to save her best friend at a DKMS Gala on May 7, 2009.[91] Rihanna has teamed up with H&M and other celebrities like Timbaland and Good Charlotte for "Fashion against AIDS."[92] The collection is designed to spread awareness about HIV/AIDS. It was released at H&M in early February 2008.[93] In September 2008, Rihanna joined other female pop, rock, R&B & country singers such as Carrie Underwood, Ciara, Beyoncé Knowles, Leona Lewis, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, and Fergie to record "Just Stand Up!", the theme song to the anticancer campaign Stand Up to Cancer and its theme song.[94] Rihanna was also selected as the spokesmodel for Gucci’s first United Nations Children’s Fund ad campaign.[95] She appeared in the fashion house’s Tattoo Heart campaign, which premiered in December 2008.[96] Rihanna will be photographed in series of special edition print ads with United Nations Children’s Fund items, twenty-five percent of sales will benefit the children’s charity.[97] In New York, Rihanna was then enlisted by Gucci’s Frida Giannini along with Madonna to light the United Nations Children’s Fund Christmas snowflake.[98] Rihanna, is now the face of the fourth annual Gucci Campaign to Benefit United Nations Children’s Fund, which aims to raise funds for children in Africa through the sale of its Tattoo Heart collection of bags.[99] Rihanna has also been apart of many benefit concerts to help raise money for various illnesses, such as cancer for Hope Rocks[100]. Products and endorsements In October of 2005, Rihanna struck a deal with Secret Body Spray[74] for them to sponsor her first tour[75]. In 2006, Rihanna participated in several endorsement deals, including Nike sportswear for the launch of her "S.O.S"[76] and J.C. Penney. In 2007, Rihanna signed with CoverGirl and became a celebrity spokesperson which included appearances on TV commercials[77][78] and in the Barbados Tourism Authority’s tourism commercials. She also received an endorsement deal from Clinique in 2006 to promote their Happy fragrance.[79] In December 2008, Rihanna contracted with Gucci to appear in their ads for the Tattoo Heart Collection, a special-edition line.[80][81] In the Gucci handbag ad, Rihanna is seen hanging from a giant hoop, scantily clad in a barely-there white bodysuit and wearing an oversized white Gucci purse.[82] The success of her single, Umbrella also inked an endorsement deal with Totes.[83][84] Her handlers pitched her hit "Umbrella" to Totes and the song became the soundtrack for commercials in which she starred.[85] On April 8, 2009 it was announced that Rihanna inked a fragrance deal with Jay-Z’s licensing 5 From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Rihanna Discography • 2005: Music of the Sun • 2006: A Girl like Me • 2007: Good Girl Gone Bad Awards See also • List of honorific titles in popular music Notes ^ a: Barbados born producer Jimmy Senya Haynes produced and arranged Babylon The Bandit for the band Steel Pulse, but he was never credited as a member of the band.[101][102] References [1] "The Nation Newspaper GRAMMY GIRL". 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