Pose

Rihanna

About Pose

"Pose" is a song recorded by Barbadian singer Rihanna for her eighth studio album, Anti (2016); it is one of three bonus tracks included on the deluxe edition. She wrote the song in collaboration with Bibi Bourelly, Hit-Boy and Travis Scott, and it was produced by the latter two. Kuk Harrell was also enlisted as Rihanna's vocal producer. On April 14, 2017, Rihanna released a four-track EP which included remixes of "Pose" by the Far East Movement, Salva, Deadly Zoo and Eva Shaw. "Pose" is a grime song with "trap&B" influences and a "grungy" and "garbling" production. The song features bragging lyrics in which the singer confronts her critics. Critical response to "Pose" was positive; a number of critics praised its composition and drew comparisons between the song and her 2015 single "Bitch Better Have My Money". Following the release of Anti, the song made an appearance on French charts. Shortly after the release of the Pose (Dance Remixes) EP, the song debuted at number 45 on the US Dance Club Songs chart, before peaking at number one. In doing so it became Rihanna's thirtieth number one on the chart and her sixth from Anti. "Pose" was featured on the set list of Rihanna's 2016 Anti World Tour. 


Year:
2016
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Uh
Oh yeah, yeah, yeah
Oh yeah

Stay dope, hoe rich
Gettin' dough, so rich
I smoke, yeah
And I ain't never liked a broke bitch
I ain't never fucked with your hoe, bitch
Quiet down

Oh-oh-oh shit
So-oh-oh rich
Fired up, loaded
Ah, pose, bitch

Take it down
Wanna see you, work it, oh my god, pose bitch
And the thing is that I know you know
Pose, bitch, and you bouncing like I know you know
Bitch, I know you know
Bitch, I know you know
Stay love
All my haters so-so broke, pipe down
All these niggas also broke
Pose, bitch

Oh-oh-oh shit
So loaded
Fired up, I'm sorted
Ah, pose, bitch

Yas bitch
Let me see you get it, na, na, na
Flaccid, I don't let you with it
Pose bitch, brr take a photo
Flick, flick, flick or fuckin' shout out
All you lame ass bitches is a no go
Nitty-witty call fucking loco, loco

Oh-oh-oh shit
So loaded
Fired up, I'm sorted
Ah, pose, bitch

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Rihanna

Robyn Rihanna Fenty ( /riˈɑːnə/ ree-AH-nə or /riˈænə/ ree-AN-ə; born February 20, 1988), known mononymously as Rihanna, is a Barbadian recording artist and actress. Born in Saint Michael, Barbados, her career began when she met record producer Evan Rogers in late 2003. At age 16, she came to the United States to pursue a recording career and began recording demo tapes under Rogers' guidance, subsequently signing a contract with Def Jam Recordings after auditioning for Jay-Z. more »

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Written by: Chauncey A. Hollis, Jacques Webster, Badriia Ines Bourelly, Robyn Fenty

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Genre Style
"Pose" by Rihanna is a track that features a blend of R&B music with a significant trap music influence.
Album
The song is part of Rihanna's eighth studio album titled "Anti" which was released in 2016.
Song Theme
"Pose" is perceived as an anthem of confidence and braggadocio.
Chart Performance
Although "Pose" wasn't released as a single and therefore didn't chart on its own, the album "Anti" peaked at number one on the US Billboard 200.
Production Team
The song was produced by Hit-Boy, a notable producer who has worked with musicians including Beyonce and Kanye West.
Song Writers
Rihanna collaborated with several writers for the track including Travis Scott, Hit-Boy, and Bibi Bourelly, to name a few.
Album Accolade
"Anti", the album that houses "Pose", was certified multi-platinum by the RIAA, indicating over 2 million copies sold in the United States alone.
Unique Sound
The song notably features Rihanna's vocals pitched up, giving the track a unique, distorted sound.
Commercial Success
Despite not being a single, "Pose" was successful in streaming platforms, and helped "Anti" maintain significant streaming numbers.
Critical Reception
Critics gave mixed reviews on "Pose" with praise towards its boldness and Rihanna's commanding vocal delivery but some critique towards its sudden deviation from the usual 'Rihanna sound'.
Impact on Rihanna's Career
The album "Anti", which includes "Pose", marked a turning point in Rihanna's musical style, moving away from mainstream pop to a more experimental sound.

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