Umbrella

Jay-Z, Rihanna

About Umbrella

"Umbrella" is a song by Barbadian singer Rihanna from her third studio album Good Girl Gone Bad (2007). It features American rapper Jay-Z, who co-wrote the song with its producers Tricky Stewart and Kuk Harrell, with additional writing from The-Dream. The song was originally written with Britney Spears in mind, but her label rejected it. "Umbrella" is a pop and R&B song with hip hop and rock elements, referring to a romantic and platonic relationship and the strength of that relationship. Entertainment Weekly ranked the song number one on the 10 Best Singles of 2007, while Rolling Stone and Time listed the song at number three on the 100 Best Songs of 2007. The song has earned Rihanna several awards and nominations. In 2007, the song won two awards at the MTV Video Music Awards, when it was nominated for four. At the 2008 Grammy Awards, "Umbrella" also earned Rihanna and Jay-Z a Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration in addition to receiving nominations for Record of the Year and Song of the Year. The song is also listed at No. 412 on Rolling Stone's "The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time". 


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2007
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Uh huh, uh huh
Yeah, Rihanna
Uh huh, uh huh
Good girl gone bad
Uh huh, uh huh
Take three, action
Uh huh, uh huh, ho

No clouds in my stones
Let it rain, I hydroplane into fame
Comin' down at the Dow Jones
When the clouds come, we gone
We Rocafella
We fly higher than weather
In G5's or better
You know me
In anticipation for precipitation stack chips for the rainy day
Rain man is back with little Ms. Sunshine
Rihanna, where you at?

You have my heart, and we'll never be worlds apart
Maybe in magazines, but you'll still be my star
Baby, 'cause in the dark
You can't see shiny cars
And that's when you need me there
With you I'll always share
Because

When the sun shines, we shine together
Told you I'll be here forever
Said I'll always be your friend
Took an oath that I'm a stick it out till the end
Now that it's raining more than ever
Know that we still have each other
You can stand under my umbrella
You can stand under my umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh
Under my umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh
Under my umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh
Under my umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh, eh, eh, eh

These fancy things will never come in between
You're part of my entity, here for infinity
When the world has took its part
When the world has dealt its cards
If the hand is hard, together we'll mend your heart
Because

When the sun shines, we shine together
Told you I'll be here forever
Said I'll always be your friend
Took an oath that I'm a stick it out till the end
Now that it's raining more than ever
Know that we still have each other
You can stand under my umbrella
You can stand under my umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh
Under my umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh
Under my umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh
Under my umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh, eh, eh, eh

You can run into my arms
It's okay, don't be alarmed
(Come into me)
(There's no distance in between our love)
So I'm gonna let the rain pour
I'll be all you need and more
Because

When the sun shines, we shine together
Told you I'll be here forever
Said I'll always be your friend
Took an oath that I'm a stick it out till the end
Now that it's raining more than ever
Know that we still have each other
You can stand under my umbrella
You can stand under my umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh
Under my umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh
Under my umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh
Under my umbrella, ella, ella, eh, eh, eh, eh, eh, eh

It's raining, raining
Ooh, baby, it's raining, raining
Baby, come into me
Come into me
It's raining, raining
Ooh, baby, it's raining, raining
You can always come into me
Come into me
It's pouring rain
It's pouring rain
Come into me
Come into me
It's pouring rain
It's pouring rain

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Jay-Z

Shawn Corey Carter (born December 4, 1969), better known by his stage name Jay-Z, is an American rapper, record producer, entrepreneur, and occasional actor. He is one of the most financially successful hip hop artists and entrepreneurs in America. In 2012, Forbes estimated Carter's net worth at nearly $500 million. He has sold approximately 50 million albums worldwide, while receiving fourteen Grammy Awards for his musical work, and numerous additional nominations. He is consistently ranked as one of the greatest rappers of all-time. He was ranked #1 by MTV in their list of The Greatest MCs of All-Time in 2006. Two of his albums, Reasonable Doubt (1996) and The Blueprint (2001) are considered landmarks in the genre with both of them being ranked in Rolling S… more »

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Written by: Christopher A. Stewart, Shawn C. Carter, Terius Youngdell Nash, Thaddis Laphonia Harrell

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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27 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Umbrella" was released by Rihanna featuring Jay-Z.
Record Labels
It was released under the labels Def Jam, SRP
Release Date
It was released on March 29, 2007, as the lead single for her third studio album, Good Girl Gone Bad (2007).
Chart Success
"Umbrella" topped the charts in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Spain.
Awards
The song won multiple awards, including Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration at the 2008 Grammy Awards.
Video director
Its music video was directed by Chris Applebaum.
Songwriting
The song was written by Terius "The-Dream" Nash, Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, Kuk Harrell, and Jay-Z.
Song Rejection
The song was initially written with Britney Spears in mind, but her team rejected it. It was then passed on to Mary J. Blige before finally landing with Rihanna.
Cultural Impact
"Umbrella" has been covered by numerous artists, including Manic Street Preachers and Taylor Swift.
Iconic Opening
The song opens with a rap verse from Jay-Z, who was the then-head of Def Jam, the label to which Rihanna was signed.
As an Anthem
"Umbrella" became an anthem during the rainy summer 2007 in Britain, as it spent 10 weeks at the top of the UK Singles Chart.
Longevity
As per Billboard, "Umbrella" is one of the longest-running number one singles in history, topping the chart for seven weeks.
Critical Acclaim
The song is often applauded for its catchy lyrics, powerful performance by Rihanna, and the unexpected collaboration with rapper Jay-Z.
Song’s Meaning
The umbrella in the song represents a shield against the hardships of life, Rihanna offering protection to those she cares about.
Timeless Classic
Even years after its release, "Umbrella" remains one of Rihanna's biggest hits and is often considered a classic in pop music.
Song's Influence
The song was a turning point in Rihanna's discography — transforming her image from an innocent pop star to a global icon.
Choreography
The accompanying dance routine in the music video, choreographed by Tina Landon, gained significant popularity.
Song's Notoriety
Due to the song’s proliferation during the wet summer of 2007 in the UK, it was humorously blamed for the series of rain and floods that year.
Best Seller
"Umbrella" sold over 8 million copies worldwide, as of 2011.
Placement in Popular Culture
In 2017, Pitchfork ranked it as the best song of the 2000s.
Release and Record Sales (Commercial Success Category
"Umbrella" was released as the lead single from Rihanna's third studio album, "Good Girl Gone Bad" on March 29, 2007. - The song was a commercial success and topped the charts in several countries, including the U.S., UK, Canada, and Australia.
Awards and Acclaim (Recognition Category
"Umbrella" won the Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration at the 50th annual ceremony. - The song was also recognized as the biggest selling single of 2007 in the UK and is one of the best-selling singles worldwide.
Song Creation (Songwriting Category
"Umbrella" was written by Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter, Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, Terius "The-Dream" Nash, and Kuk Harrell. - The songwriters were initially going to give the song to Britney Spears, but her label rejected it, and Rihanna ended up recording it.
Music Video (Visual Art Category
Its iconic music video, directed by Chris Applebaum, features Rihanna and her background dancers performing with giant silver umbrellas. - The music video won the Video of the Year at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards.
Cultural Impact (Societal Influence Category
"Umbrella" became a cultural phenomenon, widely covered by many artists and used in various advertising campaigns, TV shows, and Movies. - The song is often regarded as Rihanna's signature song, solidifying her place in pop culture.
Song's Impact on Rihanna's Career (Career Milestone Category
"Umbrella" is considered a turning point in Rihanna's career, propelling her to global stardom and establishing her as a pop and fashion icon. - After the release of "Umbrella," Rihanna became one of the top female solo artists worldwide.
Interesting Trivia (Miscellaneous Category
The song was seen as a bad omen in the UK because, after its release, the country experienced the wettest summer in its history. This odd coincidence led to the term "The Rihanna Curse."

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