Don't Stop the Music
Rihanna · 2007
24 min · 5 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · reggae
A pulsating blend of dance-pop and R&B that compels listeners to move from the very first beat.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dancefloor-ready party anthems infectious grooves that energize upbeat tracks for social gatherings
- Context
- Released on September 7, 2007, 'Don't Stop the Music' came during Rihanna's ascent to pop superstardom following her breakthrough album 'Good Girl Gone Bad'. This single solidified her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B and dance music, showcasing her ability to blend genres seamlessly.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, hip-hop, reggae
Don't Stop the Music is a single by Rihanna, released in 2007. A pulsating blend of dance-pop and R&B that compels listeners to move from the very first beat. 'Don't Stop the Music' became a global hit, reaching the top of the charts in multiple countries and earning Rihanna a Grammy nomination. Its infectious rhythm and catchy hooks have made it a staple in dance clubs worldwide, contributing significantly to the early 2000s dance-pop movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Don't Stop the Music sound like?
A pulsating blend of dance-pop and R&B that compels listeners to move from the very first beat. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.
What makes Don't Stop the Music by Rihanna notable?
'Don't Stop the Music' became a global hit, reaching the top of the charts in multiple countries and earning Rihanna a Grammy nomination. Its infectious rhythm and catchy hooks have made it a staple in dance clubs worldwide, contributing significantly to the early 2000s dance-pop movement. Released on September 7, 2007, 'Don't Stop the Music' came during Rihanna's ascent to pop superstardom following her breakthrough album 'Good Girl Gone Bad'. This single solidified her status as a leading figure in contemporary R&B and dance music, showcasing her ability to blend genres seamlessly.
Who is Don't Stop the Music for?
Don't Stop the Music works well if you're into dancefloor-ready party anthems, infectious grooves that energize and upbeat tracks for social gatherings.
How many songs are on Don't Stop the Music?
Don't Stop the Music has 5 tracks, running approximately 24 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don't Stop the Music Standout 4:27
- 2 Umbrella Standout 4:35
- 3 S.O.S. Standout 3:58
- 4 Unfaithful (Nu Soul remix) 6:56
- 5 Pon de Replay 4:06
Release Date
September 7, 2007
Artist Origin
Barbados
Runtime
24 min 2 sec
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