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Rated R: Remixed

Rihanna · 2010

52 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · reggae

A pulsating blend of dance-infused R&B and electronic beats that reimagines Rihanna's original hits.

Why this album works

Best for
steady build towards climactic moments pulsating energy for dance floor immersive experience for social settings
Context
Released in 2010, 'Rated R: Remixed' followed Rihanna's critically acclaimed album 'Rated R' (2009), which marked a pivotal shift towards darker themes in her music post-controversy. At this stage, Rihanna was solidifying her status as a pop powerhouse, transitioning further into electronic and dance music territories with this remix project.
If you like
contemporary R&B, hip-hop, reggae

Rated R: Remixed is an album by Rihanna, released in 2010. A pulsating blend of dance-infused R&B and electronic beats that reimagines Rihanna's original hits. 'Rated R: Remixed' stands out for its innovative reworking of Rihanna's previous hits, showcasing her evolving sound and cementing her influence in the dance music scene. The remixes received positive feedback for their fresh takes, contributing to the growing popularity of EDM in mainstream pop during the early 2010s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rated R: Remixed sound like?

A pulsating blend of dance-infused R&B and electronic beats that reimagines Rihanna's original hits. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.

What makes Rated R: Remixed by Rihanna notable?

'Rated R: Remixed' stands out for its innovative reworking of Rihanna's previous hits, showcasing her evolving sound and cementing her influence in the dance music scene. The remixes received positive feedback for their fresh takes, contributing to the growing popularity of EDM in mainstream pop during the early 2010s. Released in 2010, 'Rated R: Remixed' followed Rihanna's critically acclaimed album 'Rated R' (2009), which marked a pivotal shift towards darker themes in her music post-controversy. At this stage, Rihanna was solidifying her status as a pop powerhouse, transitioning further into electronic and dance music territories with this remix project.

Who is Rated R: Remixed for?

Rated R: Remixed works well if you're into steady build towards climactic moments, pulsating energy for dance floor and immersive experience for social settings.

How many songs are on Rated R: Remixed?

Rated R: Remixed has 10 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·52:51

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

  • 1 Mad House (Chew Fu Straight Jacket fix) 2:12
  • 2 Russian Roulette (Chew Fu Black Russian fix) Standout 5:55
  • 3 Rockstar 101 (Chew Fu Teacher's Pet fix) 4:27
  • 4 Wait Your Turn (Chew Fu Can't Wait No More fix) 5:09
  • 5 Photographs (Chew Fu 35mm fix) 6:00
  • 6 Rude Boy (Chew Fu Bumbaclot fix) Standout 5:42
  • 7 Hard (Chew Fu Granite fix) Standout 5:28
  • 8 G4L (Chew Fu Guns in the Air fix) 5:26
  • 9 Fire Bomb (Chew Fu Molotov fix) 6:59
  • 10 Stupid in Love (Chew Fu Small Room fix) 5:33

Release Date

May 24, 2010

Artist Origin

Barbados

Runtime

52 min 51 sec