Search the Community

After having a smash breakout era with Good Girl Gone Bad, Rihanna would go on to endure one of the most traumatic moments of her life in front of the world. Feeling heartbroken, resilient, and experimental as ever... she would go on to release a body of work that had little in common with the Pop landscape of 2009. While ANTi is revered as her best album by the GP today, some would argue that it wouldn't even exist without it's severely underrated true predecessor, Rated R. "Russian Roulette" was released as the lead single from her fourth studio album. The song received positive reviews from critics and peaked within the top ten in numerous countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. It also achieved platinum certification in several countries. Additionally, "Russian Roulette" received nominations for various music awards, further highlighting its success. "Wait Your Turn" didn't achieve the same level of commercial success as "Russian Roulette," though it still performed well. It reached the top 40 in several countries, including the United Kingdom and Australia, and received moderate airplay and digital sales. While it may not have been as big a hit as some of her other singles, it still contributed to the overall success of the album. "Hard" featured rapper Young Jeezy and received positive reviews from music critics. The song achieved commercial success, peaking within the top ten in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. It was certified platinum in multiple countries and received nominations for various music awards. "Hard" contributed to the overall success of Rihanna's "Rated R" era and remains a fan favorite. "Rude Boy" became one of Rihanna's biggest hits and the most successful song from the Rated R era. The song topped the charts in several countries, including the United States (her only #1 of the era, which stayed atop for 5 weeks), Canada, and the United Kingdom. It received widespread airplay and digital sales, and its catchy melody and playful lyrics made it a favorite among fans. The song is also the only track from Rated R to be included in Rihanna's Superbowl set list. "Rude Boy" further solidified Rihanna's status as one of the leading pop artists of the time, and it's sound arguably set the tone for Rihanna's next LP (LOUD). "Rockstar 101" featured guitarist Slash. While it didn't achieve the same level of commercial success as some of her other singles from the same album, it still performed decently. "Rockstar 101" reached the top 40 in several countries and received moderate airplay and digital sales. Its edgy sound and collaboration with Slash added to its appeal, making it a notable track from the "Rated R" era. "Te Amo" by Rihanna was not as commercially successful as some of her other singles. Released in 2010 as the sixth single from her album "Rated R," the song didn't achieve significant chart success in many countries outside of Brazil where it reached #1 and became one of Rihanna's greatest hits in the country. Nevertheless, it did receive positive reviews from critics for its catchy melody and Rihanna's vocal performance. While it may not have been a massive commercial hit, "Te Amo" still garnered attention and contributed to the diversity of Rihanna's musical repertoire along with her international appeal. Honorable Mentions:

Halsey's alternative album opened with 98k while Dua's pop album is opening with 80-85k. Is Halsey a bigger artist than miss Dua?

Which of this under the radar/flop/panned odes to New York song from these three legends of pop music is the best?

Following the release of TTPD, Taylor Swift released a new setlist for the Eras Tour. This setlist now included a new section dedicated to her new album, at the expense of removing a few of the original songs from the setlist. Which setlist do you prefer? Pre-TTPD: Post-TTPD:

Taylor is at the age that if she gets pregnant, it'd be considered a geriatric pregnancy. When she inevitably marries Travis and plans to start a family, will she turn to a surrogate so that she doesn't risk herself? It would also allow her to tour, and we know what a workaholic she is.

Yesterday the Eurovision Song Contest was held in Malmö, Sweden with Switzerland winning the whole thing. I*rael was allowed to participate and had the second highest score in the televote but ultimately finished in 5th place. To everyone's surprise, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain and Italy all gave 12 points to the non-state. All these countries have the highest count of televoters year per year and it's hard to rig the televote when a lot of people are voting organically. So why did the GP in these 5 countries vote for them? Non-participating and non-European states were also allowed to vote. The Rest of World vote was also won by Israel. Source: https://eurovision.tv/event/malmo-2024/grand-final/results/israel

We are just a few days away from Billie's magnum opus third album, so I am curious... what's your favorite album by the princess of alt pop?

I feel like whenever you hear one of these words in a song, you always know what's coming up next. Are you tired of them too or do you think they get a pass? Any other examples?

USA 131 NEW 360 Charli XCX 505,727 — HE KNOWS (feat. Lil Nas X) Camila Cabello, Lil Nas X ? UK 56 NEW 360 Charli XCX 163,868 — HE KNOWS (feat. Lil Nas X) Camila Cabello, Lil Nas X ?

Taylor Swift [34] is undeniably one of the biggest pop stars, but will this success continue into her 40s? It is rare for a female artist to maintain commercial success after 40. If we look closely at her music & marketing. Her brand still caters to a younger (fickle) audience and is reliant on the teenage love life narrative. We seen maturity with folklore, but revert back to her norm with Midnights & TTPD. Also, her number power will be effected as she ages. Poll included: voters will remain anonymous to avoid #WhenSwiftiesAttack

all 3 of these girls are respectively releasing their singles tonight, but who do you predict is gonna initially have the biggest one?

inspired by @tomo thread.

Both songs were produced by Will.i.am inspire the listener to buckle down and make that $$$. "now get to work b!tch!" "if you ain't got no money take your broke ass home" Which one is more inspiring to you?

Following the massive, record breaking success of Kendrick's latest global anthem "Not Like us", are you perched for THE hitmaker to make a proper response, following the absolute panning "The heart Part 6" has received? Discuss

Her cover of Take Me Home, Country Roads was released by the end of last year as a glimpse of what to expect in the future. In February she teased new country-inspired album "Lasso" by posting a preview of Henry, Come On. Even Jack Antonoff acknowledged it in one of his interviews. Today Lana and Quavo teased their upcoming collab on IG which definitely doesn't fit Lasso's theme and sound. Are we in Lana's droplet era? Is "Lasso" cancelled at this point? Did Lana change direction of her new album? Discuss.

Selena is no stranger to comment online about them in a passive-agressive way. Will she comment or congratulate them online?

The girls are fighting! TimeToPlayFair.com Which side are you on?

Which of the singers is the best vocally and how would you rank them?

Well?

Which is the best reggae pop carefree bop by a pop girl?

Pick your top three!

Lana Del Rey - Born To Die, ULTRAVIOLENCE Kacey Musgraves - Same Trailer Different Park, Pageant Material Sza - CTRL, SOS

??

Dua reached MPG status with the blockbuster era that was Future Nostalgia. The singles to her follow up, Radical Optimism, have yet to make make an impact, however. Given this, is she still an MPG?

P!NK is known for her edgy style. her truth hitting lyrics, and never holding back. she speaks her mind and isn't afraid of what people think. She is P!NK. and we love her for that. But what if she didn't adopt the P!NK moniker? what if she used just her first name: ALEC!A. Would she have had the same career? for better? for worse? Or would her talent have overcome any potential stage name change? Discuss