Rihanna is here for gradual growth, progress & evolution. Let's summarize
MOTS - Basic & lacking of quality music & image
AGLM - Better than before but still basic, lacking of quality music & image.
GGGB - The huge step forward. The image was a great jump forward but still nowhere near where it has gotten today. The music is amazing but could've improved, like it has done.
RR - Musically, her best era. Humungous step forward from all previous albums. Image-wise, my favorite too.
Loud - Very strong musically, no filler. My favorite look, the red hair slays, point blank.
Big Bird wants it wig back.