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THE REVIEW
The 2007 marks the return of this Barbadian singer, building on previous successes, with this album earning her 6 Grammy nominations.
Timbaland is on production, and despite some megalomaniac statements he's made, he has also done something good; joining him are Ne-yo, and Stargate. Let's talk about the album which opens with ‘Umbrella’ the 2007 hit, which I won't delve into here. Next is ‘Push up on me’ which introduces the pop coordinates, good use of synthesizers, syncopated rhythm marked by bass, and lively melodies between pop and disco, with flirty and sensual lyrics. ‘Don't stop the music’ picks up a playful disco rhythm, with subtle bass that gradually rises in tone over the beautiful rhyming verses. ‘Brakin' dishes’ is a more fun song, with choirs and effects, more fragmented rhymes and indeed fun lyrics, concerning jealousy. ‘Shut up and drive’ is the other single, also in rhyme, and related to the world of cars. ‘Hate to love you’ duet with Ne-Yo is the classic romantic slow song in Jackson style.
‘Say it’ is another sweet song that urges confidence. ‘Sell me candy’ is fun, close to rap, various samples, always simple and drawn-out melody, always related to love. The following song reprises ‘Breakin' dishes’ with typical Hip-hop, R&B melody and lyrics that instead look at the materialistic side. It follows ‘Rehab’ an interesting song, featuring acoustic guitar and chest voice with echo effect, beautiful chorus, which indeed speaks of rehabilitation after a challenging relationship.
‘Question existing’ is a dragged song, but vocally tight with the prolonged tempo, and very beautiful, especially in the melody well accompanied by philosophic lyrics. The concluding title-track maintains the coordinates if not in the conversational intonation, Lene Marlin collaborates on the lyrics, though the contribution is insignificant.
My reflection, a good album, classic pop style, made a little more special by Timbaland, but he didn't do much, in fact, the rhyming melodies and the lyrics stand out more, divided between slow and lively tracks, where Rihanna shows that besides being among the 20 most desired women on the planet, according to an American magazine, she is also a talented singer.Loading comments slowly
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Rihanna’s 2007 album Good Girl Gone Bad marks her return with a blend of pop, disco, and R&B influences. Produced by Timbaland, with contributions from Ne-Yo and Stargate, the album features hits like 'Umbrella' and 'Shut Up and Drive.' The review highlights the diverse styles and lyrical themes, praising Rihanna's vocal talents and the melodic richness of the tracks. Though Timbaland’s production is described as modest, the album stands out as a solid pop record with both lively and slower songs.
Rihanna
Rihanna (born 1988) is a Barbadian singer and performer known for a chameleonic pop/R&B style and multiple worldwide hits; she has won Grammy Awards.08 Reviews
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By Trimalchione
The album is empty, empty, empty.
Commercial and constructed like not even Take That ever dared, it infuriates any respectable music enthusiast.
