INTERNATIONAL ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: RIHANNA
Rihanna ft. Jay-Z "Umbrella"
We're venturing to Barbados today to profile one of the most iconic women of pop music. Robyn Rihanna Fenty has only been producing music for roughly ten years, yet she has already racked up a ton of awards. She is the youngest solo artist to record 14 Billboard #1 hits. She has over 100 million gold and platinum singles on the digital scene, and has 8 Grammys to her name. Discovered by two vacationing Def Jam producers, Rihanna's career was launched with the release of her first album that brought us the dance floor hit "Pon de Replay." "Good Girl Gone Bad" was the album that really launched her into stardom, with "Umbrella" being the song of the summer that year. It also sat atop the pop, urban and crossover charts for a whole year! "Umbrella" was the song that brought Rihanna her first Grammy. Many just as successful albums and #1 hits have followed, and she's only 30! With many years remaining in Rihanna's career, we can only look forward to the next great albums and singles to come. Along with all the music success, Rihanna has also been an active businesswoman and philanthropist. She's designed various clothing and accessories, and some of the sales of these items go towards causes she's passionate about. With today' selection, take a moment to recognize the greatness of Rihanna and her music.
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Lyrics to "Umbrella"
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