Usually on One Song we focus on the music's cultural impact. But this time we're talking about the meteorological impact! When Rihanna's Umbrella topped the charts in the UK, it coincided with a period of heavy rain and flooding. The same thing happened in Romania and New Zealand. Coincidence, or did Rihanna's hit change the weather?
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May 21
Mariah Carey’s “Fantasy” (Bad Boy Remix ft. ODB) with Durand Bernarr
This week on One Song, we're re-sharing another favorite from our archives. This time, Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY are joined by singer, Durand Bernarr. The trio explore Mariah Carey’s Fantasy, and talk through every single one of Mariah’s five octaves — not to mention her whistle ... Show More
1h 1m
Oct 2019
Rihanna Party! (with Gina Delvac)
Last year, NPR Music ran an audacious headline: "Rihanna Is The 21st Century's Most Influential Musician." Millions and millions of fans the world over agree, and while we try to avoid overt expressions of pop favoritism, we think they’ve got a strong case. It’s for that reason a ... Show More
54m 15s
Feb 2023
Rihanna's Baby Glow Shines Bright Like a Diamond
<p>Rihanna is back, baby! After a five-year absence from the stage, RiRi made her comeback last night during halftime at the Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. The “Diamonds” singer delivered a 13-minute medley of her greatest hits, but it wasn ... Show More
15m 11s
Oct 2020
October 6th - Britney Spears' Endearing Social Media Post, Blackpink's Netflix Documentary Trailer & Rihanna's Apology to Muslim Fans
Rihanna apologizes after Muslim fans have expressed their displeasure with a song played during the Savage x Fenty lingerie fashion show, the first trailer for the upcoming Blackpink documentary is here and Britney Spears reveals she's just like us. This is Billboard News Now, ro ... Show More
4m 9s