[lonnie]

Jon Bovi called her "Queen"
She keeps getting praise from legends like Michael Bolton, Mary J Blige, Barbra and Celine both claimed they'd like to work with her. Mariah said she loved her and her music.
Rihanna has the IT factor you can't buy, learn or acquire, you're born with it and either have it or not.
She has a great voice, great music and a genuine personality to boot too.

[BlueTimberwolf]

Rihanna does not have the "it factor". There's no such thing as that. She's charismatic yeah, but that's it/

[AMENHOOKER]

She doesn't appear to get involved in or voice opinions on sociological issues such as racism, homophobia, sexism, etc.



She collaborates with people like Eminem which makes her more 'socially acceptable' for straight men to listen to and not feel judged. That's fu'ked up but apparently it's true.

EDIT: Her team keeps a close eye on what's trendy and she acts on it.
Girls want to be her; guys want to f'ck her.

[DenzxShe]

Originally posted by Simplyvirtue

You're laughing when we can use that same excuse for your fave also.

[Planet Mars]

Her team

[Lover]

bc she's sexy, beautiful, clever and likeable.

[DenzxShe]

Originally posted by AMENHOOKER

She doesn't appear to get involved in or voice opinions on sociological issues such as racism, homophobia, sexism, etc.



She collaborates with people like Eminem which makes her more 'socially acceptable' for straight men to listen to and not feel judged. That's fu'ked up but apparently it's true.

What kinda lie? Girl Rihanna has spike in racism many times.

[AMENHOOKER]

Originally posted by DenzxShe

What kinda lie? Girl Rihanna has spike in racism many times.

That might be true but I didn't say "Rihanna doesn't speak up about racism."
I said that she doesn't appear to.

She's not an advocate for anything and she isn't as outspoken as Lady Gaga and Madonna, who risk alienating people due to their beliefs.

[Eternium]

Originally posted by swissman

Because she:

-Makes catchy music that changes as per the music trends
-Changes her image accordingly
-Has one of the most distinctive voices in pop
-Is attractive
-Is likeable

Exactly.

She's not untalented (none of the pop girls are) but she's never really been able to tear up a stage and I don't think that's shocking news to anyone.

[Drayb]

Originally posted by moijejoue

But Rihanna's talent has very little to do with it. She just really good at marketing herself as a sex object and she has catchy music.

If that was the case then Cassie would be an Icon at this point. Anyway, Rih's voice is very unique and versatile; she has a interesting persona; fashion sense is modelisque and she is truly just herself as some say "real"--no apologies.

[lonnie]

Originally posted by AMENHOOKER

That might be true but I didn't say "Rihanna doesn't speak up about racism."
I said that she doesn't appear to.

She's not an advocate for anything and she isn't as outspoken as Lady Gaga and Madonna, who risk alienating people due to their beliefs.

She's a singer not a politician, she doesn't have to advocate anything.

[BajanBeauty]

Originally posted by Jberg

Why does luck only favors Rihanna? I want some luck too

Luck of the Irish tbh. Rih her highly favored genes.

[lonnie]

Wait not the same haters from the other thread infesting this thread too

[moijejoue]

Originally posted by Drayb

If that was the case then Cassie would be an Icon at this point. Anyway, Rih's voice is very unique and versatile; she has a interesting persona; fashion sense is modelisque and she is truly just herself as some say "real"--no apologies.

I disagree. Unlike Rih, Cassie isn't marketed to that extent and her music is strictly urban when Rih's music varies in genre.

[Simplyvirtue]

Originally posted by DenzxShe

You're laughing when we can use that same excuse for your fave also.

LIES! and you stalking me from thread to thread

[lonnie]

Originally posted by moijejoue

I disagree. Unlike Rih, Cassie isn't marketed to that extent and her music is strictly urban when Rih's music varies in genre.

What even
Because it's all so easy to pull off various genres instead of being comfortable in one genre
At this rate you're arguing just for the point of arguing

[lonnie]

Originally posted by Simplyvirtue

LIES! and you stalking me from thread to thread

Not really it's just you ending up in each and every single thread encompassing his fave

[BajanBeauty]

Originally posted by AMENHOOKER

That might be true but I didn't say "Rihanna doesn't speak up about racism."
I said that she doesn't appear to.

She's not an advocate for anything and she isn't as outspoken as Lady Gaga and Madonna, who risk alienating people due to their beliefs.

She's not an advocate for anything yet she works with numerous organizations currently MAC& the Aids foundation, yet she's hosting a private charity event to help those with cancer, yet she has no problem voicing her opinion on world issues. Like PLS speak only on what you know.

[EgyptianNavy]

Originally posted by moijejoue

I disagree. Unlike Rih, Cassie isn't marketed to that extent and her music is strictly urban when Rih's music varies in genre.

I like how after the other thread concluded you came right on to this one. You're so sad and pressed its unbelievable. How bout you just run along now and go listen to that re-release that your fave JUST came out with. I'm sure that's something much better you can do with your time and life than hate on Rihanna.

[Walley]

I don't really respect Rihanna because I feel like she hasn't proven herself. And having hits isn't proving yourself in my opinion. Paula Abdul had #1s and I'm sure not many respect her as an artist today. Where is the growth? Where is the talent? Having current producers write you a hit isn't really respectable in my opinion. I have yet to be blown away by a Rihanna performance or song, and until that day, she's just another radio girl.