Umbrella — Rihanna had to fight hard for her 2007 hit
Stewart and co really wanted the song to be sung by Mary J Blige, who again was much a bigger star than Rihanna back then. When “Umbrella” was on the table she was the most nominated artist at the ...
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Beyoncé Once Kept a ‘Very Close Eye’ on Rihanna and Jay-Z, Source Alleged
He knew she had incredible talent and signed her to Def Jam Records the same day. Rihanna released her debut single, “Pon de Replay,” in 2005. While the young star likely wanted fans to focus ...
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Rihanna Recalled How Jay-Z Kept Her In An Office Until 3AM At 16 Until She Signed With Him In Resurfaced Interview
Speculations about alleged inappropriate actions taken by Jay-Z when trying to get Rihanna to sign with his record label are ...
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Def Jam Chairman and CEO Tunji Balogun shares his vision for reshaping the iconic label
Founded in 1984 by Russell Simmons and Rick Rubin, Def Jam has been home to iconic artists such as LL Cool J, Public Enemy, Jay-Z, and Rihanna. But what happens when a legendary label faces ...