Only Girl (In the World)

Rihanna

About Only Girl (In the World)

"Only Girl (In the World)" is a song by Barbadian singer Rihanna from her fifth album, Loud (2010). The album's lead single, it was released on September 10, 2010. Crystal Johnson wrote the song in collaboration with producers Stargate and Sandy Vee. Rihanna contacted Stargate before Loud's production and asked them to create lively, uptempo music. "Only Girl (In the World)" was the first song composed for the album, and the singer decided to include it on the track list before she recorded her vocals. Backed by strong bass and synthesizer, it is a dance-pop song that has an electronic composition. In its lyrics, Rihanna demands physical attention from her lover. Critical response to "Only Girl (In the World)" was positive; a number of critics praised its composition and Rihanna's decision to move away from the dark themes of her previous album, Rated R (2009). The song reached number one on the United States' Billboard Hot 100 chart two weeks after Loud's second single, "What's My Name?", peaked at number one. It was the first time in the chart's history that an album's lead single reached number one after its second single. In the United Kingdom the song spent two weeks at number one and is the 19th-bestselling single of all time by a female artist, with over a million copies sold. The song peaked at number one in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and Ireland, and reached the top five in France, Germany and Switzerland. 


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2010
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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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16 facts about this song

Release Date and Album
"Only Girl (In the" by Rihanna was released on September 10, 2010. It is the lead single from her fifth studio album, "Loud."
Songwriters and Producers
The song was written by Crystal Johnson, Mikkel S. Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen, and Sandy Wilhelm. It was produced by Stargate, Sandy Vee, and Kuk Harrell.
Chart Success
The song topped the charts in over fifteen countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.
Grammy Award
"Only Girl (In the World)" won the Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording at the 53rd Grammy Awards in 2011.
Music Video
The music video for "Only Girl (In the World)" was directed by Anthony Mandler and it was filmed in a field in Santa Clarita, California.
Song Theme
The song carries a strong feminine empowerment theme, with Rihanna asking for attentiveness, adoration, and emotion from her lover.
Platinum Certification
"Only Girl (In the World)" was certified multi-platinum in Australia and the United States, signifying over a million units sold.
Critical Reviews
The song received positive reviews from music critics, with many praising the song's chorus and Rihanna's powerful vocal delivery.
Billboard Rankings
"Only Girl (In the World)" made it to the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
Song Duration
The song's duration is approximately 3 minutes and 55 seconds in the album version.
Influence
The song's dance-pop style and up-tempo beat have been credited for setting the trend for the early 2010s mainstream pop and club music.
Live Performances
Rihanna has performed "Only Girl (In the World)" in multiple events and shows, including her 'Last Girl on Earth' and 'Loud' tour, as well as during the American Music Awards and the 2010 MTV Europe Music Awards.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered "Only Girl (In the World)", including Ellie Goulding and the cast of the television show Glee.
Sales
As of 2015, "Only Girl (In the World)" had sold over 8.2 million copies worldwide.
Music Style
"Only Girl (In the World)" is categorized as dance-pop and eurodance.
Release Format
The song was released in digital download, CD single, and 7-inch single formats.

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