Stupid in Love

Rihanna

About Stupid in Love

"Stupid in Love" is a song recorded by Barbadian singer Rihanna for her fourth studio album, Rated R (2009). The song was written by Shaffer Smith, Mikkel S. Eriksen and Tor Erik Hermansen, with production helmed by StarGate. Ne-Yo served as the assistant producer. It was written two days before Rihanna and then boyfriend Chris Brown's altercation on the night of the 2009 Grammy Awards, which occurred on February 8, 2009. The lyrical content, which describes an abusive relationship, led Ne-Yo to describe the song as a "premonition". "Stupid in Love" is a R&B power ballad. Instrumentation is provided by finger snapping, minor piano keys and piano riffs. The lyrics of the song revolve around a female protagonist who realizes that she needs to escape an abusive and adulterous boyfriend. "Stupid in Love" received a mixed to positive response from music critics. Some critics praised Rihanna's emotional delivery of the song whereas others criticized it as being overly dark. Upon the release of Rated R, the song peaked at number seven on the South Korea Gaon International Chart on December 27, 2009. 


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Hmm stupid in love
Oh, stupid in love, hmm

Let me tell you something
Never, have I ever
Been a size ten in my whole life
I left the engine running
I just came to see
What you would do if I
Gave you a chance to make things right
So I made it, even though Katy
Told me that this would be nothing but a waste of time
And she was right, hmm
Don't understand it blood on your hands
And still you insist on repeatedly trying
To tell me lies
And I just don't know why, oh

This is stupid, I'm not stupid
Don't talk to me like I'm stupid
I still love you, but I just can't do this
I may be dumb, but I'm not stupid

My new nickname is "You Idiot" (such an idiot)
Hmm that's what my friends are calling me when
They see me yelling into my phone
They're telling me let go
He is not the one
I thought I saw your potential
Guess that's what made me dumb
He don't want it, not like you want it
Scheming and cheating oh girl
Why do you waste your time?
You know he ain't right
You telling me this, I don't wanna listen
But you insist on repeatedly trying
To tell me lies
And I just don't know why

This is stupid, I'm not stupid
Don't talk to me like I'm stupid
I still love you, but I just can't do this
I may be dumb, but I'm not stupid

Trying to make this work
But you act like a jerk
Silly of me to keep holding on (oh)
But the dunce cap is off
You don't know what you've lost
And you won't realize
Till I'm gone, gone, gone
That I was the one
Which one of us is really dumb

Oh ooh
No
No
No, I'm not stupid in love

This is stupid, I'm not stupid
Don't talk to me like I'm stupid
I still love you, but I just can't do this
I may be dumb, but I'm not stupid

I may be dumb but
I'm not stupid in love

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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: MIKKEL ERIKSEN, TOR HERMANSEN, S SMITH

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13 facts about this song

Release Information
"Stupid in Love" is a track from Rihanna's fourth studio album, "Rated R", which was released in November 2009.
Song Inspiration
The track was reportedly inspired by the tumultuous ending of Rihanna's relationship with Chris Brown, leading to themes of heartbreak and betrayal.
Vocal Performance
"Stupid in Love" is often highlighted as a showcase for Rihanna's versatile vocals, demonstrating emotional depth and a wide range.
Credits
Songwriters Shaffer Smith, also known as Ne-Yo, and Tor Erik Hermansen, Mikkel Storleer Eriksen of Stargate provided the songwriting and production for "Stupid in Love."
Genre
The song is classified as a piano-driven R&B ballad.
Reception
The track received mostly positive reception from music critics. Many admired Rihanna's vocal performance, and appreciated it as a soul-baring confessional.
Significance
The song marked a departure from Rihanna's earlier work, featuring darker themes and more emotional storytelling, which hinted at her evolution as an artist.
Commercial Performance
Despite never being released as a single, "Stupid in Love" obtained some commercial success, charting in the top 100 in the United Kingdom.
Music Interpretation
The song displays both vulnerability and strength, with Rihanna expressing both the pain of betrayal and the power of moving on.
Live Performances
"Stupid in Love" was included in the setlist for Rihanna's Last Girl on Earth Tour in 2011, highlighting the song's continued popularity and resonance with fans.
Cover Versions
British singer Cher Lloyd covered the song during her stint on the seventh series of "The X Factor UK." Her performance gained considerable attention and praise.
Song lyrics
Lyrically, "Stupid In Love" discusses being in a difficult relationship in which her partner treats her with disrespect. It portrays the internal struggle of wanting to leave but still being in love.
Album Success
"Rated R", the album that includes "Stupid in Love", was a commercial success, debuting at number four on the US Billboard 200 chart and was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

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