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Rihanna: Biography of a Beautiful Young Woman.

Rihanna is a young singer who, with only 19 years of age, has already demonstrated what she is capable of doing with her powerful voice – leaving no doubt in anyones mind that she can confront traditional reggae as well as R&B and DanceHall. This young lady was born on February 18th, 1988 in Barbados, where she was discovered, after being recommended by a friend of hers, to music producer Evan Rogers, who, together with his partner Carl Sturken has produced hits for very important artists such as Cristina Aguilera and Kelly Clarkson. After a short audition, Evan realized how powerful Rihanna’s voice is and decided to invite her to New York to record a few songs. This is how this young beauty’s dream became reality – leaving behind her native island where she used to sing with her friends for fun, and stepping into a new dimension where she was recognized for her beauty and talent.

Once in the United States, Rihanna and her producers started the arduos job of creating dozens of songs, mixing several genres of music before finding what she does best, which is a fusion mix between R&B, Reggae, Rap, and dance music. Although the majority of Rihanna’s music is represented in a Carribean style, her innate talent allows her to also sing ballads and faster rythyms. Her songs prove to have those perfect ingredients to turn her into a magical singer, much like those who inspire her, like Alicia Keys, Beyonce and Mariah Carey. Apart from the incredible power of her voice, her capacity to compose makes her a more complete artist.

“Pon De Replay” was her first single, with which she achieved an almost instant- success in the United States of America, making people in nightclubs all over the world dance to this hit. In her short trajectory as a singer, Rihanna has already collaborated with artists such as Elephant Man and Vybz Kartel, further establishing her success. Her voice has the power to conjure up feelings and experiences that make her seem more mature. On top of that, she can also interpret songs in several different rythyms, which puts her in a priveledged spot.

After signing with Def Jam Recordings, of which the famous Rap singer Jay-Z is president, Rihanna has not stopped making hits. Her latest hit, a duo with Jay-Z entitled Umbrella, has broken download records in European countries such as Spain and Portugal. Currently, “Don´t Stop the Music” is taking over Juanes, the world-famous colombian singer, and his reknowned number one spot. This beautiful tan girl with green eyes is paving her path in the best feashion – always trying out new rythyms, advancing and evolving as a singer, alongsinde the best in the business industry and with the support of the biggest magnates in the current music industry. We are sure to have Rihanna producing more good music that will make the whole world want to dance.