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Every girl wants to be a singer. And what’s more, every singer wants to be Rihanna. The Barbadian-British singer has charmed her audience with her infectious laugh and sassy attitude. Many fans credit her music and fashion-style for helping to make 2016 the year of the singer. Here, we explore the influences that led to her unique voice and style – as well as the future of the music industry with and without her.

Growing Up In Barbados

Rihanna’s father, Nelson George, was a prominent sound engineer and mixer who worked on diverse projects with the likes of Michael Jackson and The Rolling Stones. His work experience undoubtedly helped Rihanna develop a skill set that is as unique as her voice. Before she was even born, her father had recorded demos of her voice, which were put into practice when she was just a few months old. It was later on in her childhood that she began to realize her immense talent and worked hard to develop it. She started performing at the age of seven and was discovered by a producer at the age of 12. That same year, she released her debut album, ‘Nelson’s Runaway Child,” which was named after her father. At the age of 14, Rihanna had already released two acclaimed albums and had firmly established herself as a major musical talent. It wasn’t long before she had signed a recording contract with the Island Records and began work on her first international tour. Not long after, she released her debut single in the United States, “Pour Moi.” The song became a breakthrough hit and stayed on the Billboard Top 100 for over a year. It was the first of many Top 10 singles that Rihanna would go on to have, establishing herself as one of the world’s most iconic and influential voices.

Nelson’s Early Influence

Nelson’s early influence can be heard in Rihanna’s music. As the first-born of two children, she benefited from having a sibling and an uncle who were both musicians, which undoubtedly helped foster her passion for music. She started performing music again when she was 15 and released a tribute album to her father, titled ‘Nelson George: The Best of George Nelson.’ In 2016, she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her contributions to the music industry. Today, Rihanna continues to pay homage to her father, who died in May 2016. She has said that her greatest fear is that he won’t be remembered as “the best” because he was the first.

The Sound Of Music

In the 1980s, a new form of music was emerging — house music — which would change the face of popular music forever. One of its major players was a singer-songwriter and producer from Cincinnati, Ohio, named Andre Nickatina. Nickatina was infatuated with classic Hollywood stars and regularly dressed up in imitation-movies costumes. In 1985, he released his debut album, “Let Me Entertain You,” which featured the popular song “Look at Me (Nowhere Else Can You Find Me).” The song became a number one hit in Italy and began to make waves in the United States. The album went on to sell over a million copies and was awarded a platinum disc. With his next album, ‘Everyday is a Holiday,” Nickatina continued to push the envelope and explore new musical influences. The album featured a jazz choir and was one of the first to feature hip-hop influences. It was also the first mainstream pop album to feature a solo violin part, which was played by Itzhak Perlman. The influential album was rewarded with a gold disc. In 1986, Nickatina founded the influential record label, Reprise Records, as well as the jazz-fusion label, Respite Records, which is still going strong today. His work with Rihanna can be heard on her acclaimed 2006 album, “RAQUEOUS,” which is named after his record label. It has been said that if it wasn’t for Nickatina and his music, Rihanna might not still be in the spotlight today.

Musical Influences

Besides her father and Andre Nickatina, other musical influences can be found on Rihanna’s albums. The Barbadian-born singer grew up listening to a variety of music, including the work of Michael Jackson, The Beatles, and The Beach Boys. Her love for the Beach Boys would later influence her fashion choices. The influential pop group had a significant impact on her, especially their vocal harmonies. This can be heard clearly on the album, “Pet Sounds,” which was named after the group’s groundbreaking 1967 masterwork. This is one of the reasons why Pet Sounds is often referred to as “Rihanna’s album.” The singer has also cited the Beatles and Michael Jackson as some of her biggest musical influences.

Style Influences

Besides her music, Rihanna has also been known to shock and awe her audience with her unique fashion choices. Besides her signature bleached-out hair, she has been seen wearing everything from wedding dresses to lingerie and bodystockings. The singer has credited her unique style and strong sense of fashion to her Barbadian roots. She has said that she draws her style inspiration from a variety of sources, including music, art, and literature. While some might see this as a gimmick, there is a method to her madness. She has stated that she wants her fans to feel “powerful” when they listen to her music and that the outfit choices are just a way to help achieve this. If she isn’t wearing something that’s making her feel powerful, she’s risking losing a bit of her mystique.

The Evolution Of Music

In today’s world, music isn’t just about making people dance or play games. It is an art form that can be enjoyed for its own sake. And with that, has come a change in the way that people engage with music. Thanks to the likes of TikTok and Spotify, which allow users to watch and listen to music videos and songs simultaneously, people are engaging with music in a different and more holistic way, rather than just focusing on the lyrics or the beat.

This change is especially apparent in today’s most popular music, where artists have started incorporating more artistry into their music. This can be heard clearly in the works of artists such as Billie Eilish, who is mostly known for her hit single, “Bad Guy,” and Lizzo, whose debut album, “Cuz I Love You,” changed the game for female hip-hop artists.

Rihanna’s Fashion And Style Choices

Besides being a major figure in the music industry, Nelson George is also known for his fashion choices. As a young man, he was a part of the second wave of designers – alongside people like Paul Smith and Issey Miyake – who started to shape the design landscape in the ‘70s.

Many of his clothing lines, such as JOVANI and Nelson George, still exist and have become popular global brands, which probably makes him the most respected fashion figure in Barbados. Even after all these years, he continues to be a keen observer of fashion and has maintained his reputation as one of the most fashionable men in the country. He is also known for being a bit of a style icon. It is no secret that Rihanna is very influenced by her father’s fashion choices, especially his attention to detail and unique sense of style. And it is this attention to detail and unique sense of style that has helped make her a style icon among musicians and fashion fans alike.

The Future Of Music

It’s not just about the past. We want to look into the future as well and try to understand the shifts in the way that people engage with music as well as the predictions for the music industry, with and without Rihanna.

Thanks to technology, music is evolving and changing, just like every other form of media. Today, people can listen to music on their smartphones or tablets. They can also download the tracks to their devices and play them there. Thanks to the likes of Spotify, Apple, and Google, we are constantly being exposed to new sounds and new artists. And thanks to YouTube, we can find out-of-home performances by major artists and discover new talent. This makes music quite literally, “evolutionary.”

The industry is still adjusting to this new way of consuming music and the shift in demographics that it represents. While there is no question that the music industry will continue to evolve with and without Rihanna, her status as one of the most influential and iconic figures in music is an indication of how far she has come and how much her influence continues to resonate today.