Is Right Now a good place to start with Rihanna?

Yes, Right Now is recommended as a starting point for new Rihanna listeners. Pulsating electronic beats blend with Rihanna's powerful vocals, creating an electrifying dance anthem that commands movement. Released on May 28, 2013, 'Right Now' came during a prolific period in Rihanna's career, following her chart-topping album 'Unapologetic'. At this point, she had solidified her status as a pop powerhouse, experimenting with dance and electronic elements that showcased her versatility and ability to stay relevant within the evolving music landscape.

Who is Right Now for?

Right Now works well if you're into dance floor anthems for celebration, euphoric drops that energize crowds and dynamic mix for diverse moods.

How many songs are on Right Now?

Right Now has 14 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.

Right Now

Rihanna · 2013

71 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B

Pulsating electronic beats blend with Rihanna's powerful vocals, creating an electrifying dance anthem that commands movement.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Right Now (Dyro radio edit) Start here — This radio edit encapsulates the essence of the album, combining catchy hooks with an infectious beat that highlights Rihanna's vocal prowess while appealing to mainstream audiences.
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Right Now (Sick Individuals remix) — The Sick Individuals remix elevates the original track into a high-energy club anthem, showcasing how remixes can transform pop songs into dancefloor staples while maintaining their core identity.
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Right Now (Justin Prime vocal mix) — This version emphasizes Rihanna's dynamic vocal delivery over an uptempo backdrop, illustrating the song's adaptability across various interpretations within the electronic genre.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

43 /100

Lowland

Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong production and vocal performance but lacks cohesion due to its remix-heavy structure.

What we noticed

The single features a pulsating electronic beat that drives the rhythm throughout, maintaining a consistent energy level.
Rihanna's vocals are layered and processed to blend seamlessly with the production, creating an immersive soundscape.
The track is presented in multiple remixes, each emphasizing different elements of the original, such as tempo and instrumentation.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 3/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dance floor anthems for celebration
euphoric drops that energize crowds
dynamic mix for diverse moods
for late-night parties

Maybe skip if you

prefer quiet, introspective moments
seek slow, steady rhythms

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A notable single during a prolific period, but not pivotal in her catalog.
Themes: electronic nightlife· collaborative energy
Career context: Released on May 28, 2013, 'Right Now' came during a prolific period in Rihanna's career, following her chart-topping album 'Unapologetic'. At this point, she had solidified her status as a pop powerhouse, experimenting with dance and electronic elements that showcased her versatility and ability to stay relevant within the evolving music landscape.
Stylistic neighbors: Beyoncé· Dua Lipa· SZA