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Released 20 years ago

A Girl Like Me

Rihanna · 2006

53 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · reggae

A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and pop, underscored by intimate storytelling and danceable grooves.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • danceable tracks for parties
  • intimate storytelling in lyrics
  • for upbeat gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, high-energy tracks
  • seek deep, introspective narratives

Where this album fits

Themes
Caribbean roots· dance floor intimacy· emotional infidelity
Career context
Released on April 19, 2006, 'A Girl Like Me' was Rihanna's second studio album, following her successful debut 'Music of the Sun'. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from a budding pop star to a recognizable figure in the mainstream music landscape, paving the way for her later monumental hits.
Stylistic neighbors
Beyoncé· Dua Lipa· SZA
Sounds like this from elsewhere
B'Day by Beyoncé — Shares vibrant R&B vibes and themes of empowerment with danceable, intimate production.
In a Perfect World… by Keri Hilson — Features similar emotional storytelling and catchy hooks with a blend of R&B and pop influences.
Confessions by Usher — Explores themes of infidelity and intimacy with smooth R&B grooves and relatable narratives.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 SOS 4:00
  • 2 Kisses Don’t Lie 3:53
  • 3 Unfaithful 3:49
  • 4 We Ride 3:57
  • 5 Dem Haters 4:19
  • 6 Final Goodbye 3:14
  • 7 Break It Off 3:34
  • 8 Crazy Little Thing Called Love 3:24
  • 9 Selfish Girl 3:38
  • 10 P.S. (I’m Still Not Over You) 4:11
  • 11 A Girl Like Me 4:18
  • 12 Million Miles Away 4:12
  • 13 If It’s Lovin’ That You Want, Part 2 4:09
  • 14 Pon de Replay (Full Phatt remix) 3:21

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