It’s a good feeling to be Rihanna in the United Kingdom this week. First she ends BBC Radio 1’s Hackney Weekend with a bang, performing for 50,000 fans this past weekend. Now it’s confirmed that RiRi has sold a combined total of 20 million singles and albums in the United Kingdom, reports the Official Charts Company.
Her solo material and notorious collaborations alike have made the list of biggest selling singles in Great Britain. The official list is below:
1.) Rihanna FT Calvin Harris We Found Love
2.) Eminem FT Rihanna Love The Way You Lie
3.) Rihanna Only Girl (In The World)
4.) Rihanna FT Drake What’s My Name
5.) Rihanna FT Jay-Z Umbrella
6.) Rihanna S&M
7.) Rihanna Rude Boy
8.) David Guetta FT Rihanna Who’s That Chick
9.) Rihanna Disturbia
10.) Rihanna Russian Roulette
Other chart-topping feats for the 24-year-old include becoming the only female artist ever to achieve the Official Singles and Official Albums Chart double TWICE in the same year with different singles and albums with 2010’s ‘Loud’ and her most recent project ‘Talk That Talk.’ And while we’re talking about RiRi’s achievements, might as well mention the fact that Rihanna is also the only female artist in the history of the Official Charts to have featured on five Number 1 singles in five consecutive years (2007’s Umbrella, 2008’s Take A Bow, 2009’s Run This Town, 2010’s Only Girl In The World, and 2011’s We Found Love.
Between Rihanna and Adele, the charts don’t stand a chance. Martin Talbot (the Official Charts Company’s Managing Director) made an eye-opening correlation between the two when he said, “There certainly must have been something in the water when she – and Adele three months later – was born in Spring 1988!”
Maybe chart-topping dust was sprinkled in the water then.
Rihanna has done it again! The Barbadian superstar has just reached a huge milestone in her career: 20 million records sold in the UK alone. This is an incredible feat, and one that many other artists never achieve throughout their entire careers. But Rihanna’s success isn’t only measured by numbers – she continues to inspire and influence music fans around the world with her own unique blend of R&B, pop and dancehall. Let’s take a closer look at how this remarkable singer-songwriter achieved such an impressive achievement!
The journey for Rihanna began back in 2005 when she released her debut album Music of the Sun. From there, she quickly rose to fame with hits like “Pon de Replay” and “SOS”. She also won her first Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for “Umbrella”, which became one of the most iconic songs of the 21st century. Since then, Rihanna has continued to release hit after hit, including collaborations with other major stars like Drake and Eminem. Her sixth studio album Anti was a critical and commercial success, further cementing her status as a global star.
Now here we are today – 20 million records sold in the UK alone! It’s truly astonishing what Rihanna has accomplished over the course of her career so far, and it shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. We can all celebrate this fantastic achievement together – let’s give a round of applause to RiRi!
Overview Of Accomplishment
Rihanna has achieved a major milestone in her career, selling 20 million records in the UK. It’s an accomplishment that’s been years in the making and is testament to the singer-songwriter’s talent and hard work.
The journey began with Rihanna’s first album Music of The Sun released back in 2005. Since then she has consistently put out chart topping hits such as ‘Umbrella’ or ‘We Found Love’. This consistency over time allowed Rihanna to build up a large fan base across the world resulting in millions of cumulative sales for each release.
In addition to her success on the charts, Rihanna was also able to keep fans engaged by constantly reinventing herself through fashion, makeup products, and even acting roles throughout her long music career. This combination of artistry and business acumen helped propel her into becoming one of the best selling artists globally. As a result of this tremendous achievement, it is clear that Rihanna will continue to be a dominant force within the music industry for many years to come.
History Of Rihanna’s Musical Success
Rihanna’s musical success has been a long time coming. Ever since she burst onto the scene with her debut album Music of The Sun, she has consistently put out hits that have become some of the most iconic songs in popular music history. From ‘Umbrella’ to ‘We Found Love’, Rihanna continually reinvented herself and kept fans engaged due to her ability to stay ahead of the trends.
The singer-songwriter’s talent for creating hit music was matched by her business acumen when it came to marketing and promoting her work. This savvy approach allowed Rihanna to build an international fan base resulting in millions upon millions of records sold around the world. Additionally, she leveraged social media platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube as tools for connecting with fans outside of traditional outlets such as radio play or television appearances.
Now at 20 million UK record sales, Rihanna is one of the top selling artists globally – a testament not only to her artistry but also her dedication and hard work over the years. It’s clear that this award-winning artist will continue to be a major force within the music industry well into the future.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Rihanna has achieved an incredible milestone by becoming the first female artist to sell 20 million records in the UK. Over the course of her career, she’s released eight studio albums and collaborated with numerous award-winning artists to create some of the most popular songs of all time. Her success is a testament to her hard work and dedication as well as her commitment to pushing boundaries within music.
Rihanna’s rise from Barbados to international stardom represents a major achievement for both women and people of color in the music industry. She’s inspired countless young people around the world to pursue their dreams despite any obstacles they may face. The fact that she continues to break barriers so effortlessly shows how talented she truly is.
The 20 million record sold landmark serves as yet another reminder that Rihanna is one of the greatest musical icons of our generation. From producing chart-topping hits to winning prestigious awards, there’s no denying that she’s made an indelible mark on pop culture – one that will surely continue long into the future.
