What Now cover

What Now

Rihanna · 2013

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

A pulsating blend of electronic beats and emotive vocals that captures a moment of introspective clarity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • pulsating energy for late nights
  • wave-like pacing for introspection
  • remix variety for dance floors
  • emotive vocals with club beats

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike repetitive remix formats
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Themes
dancefloor resilience· post-breakup clarity· electronic emotionality
Career context
By the time 'What Now' was released in August 2013, Rihanna had already established herself as a global pop icon, following her commercial peak with hits like 'Umbrella' and 'We Found Love.' This single came from her seventh studio album, showcasing her versatility in transitioning between genres while addressing deeper emotional themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Beyoncé· Dua Lipa· SZA
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Prism by Katy Perry — Both explore themes of resilience and emotional clarity through vibrant electronic pop production.
1000 Forms of Fear by Sia — Shares a similar blend of emotive vocals and electronic beats, tackling personal struggles head-on.
Beyoncé by Beyoncé — Equally introspective with pulsating rhythms, addressing themes of empowerment and emotional transformation.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 What Now (Firebeatz remix) 5:03
  • 2 What Now (Firebeatz radio edit) 3:15
  • 3 What Now (Firebeatz instrumental) 5:03
  • 4 What Now (R3hab remix) 4:51
  • 5 What Now (R3hab edit) 3:24
  • 6 What Now (R3hab instrumental) 4:51
  • 7 What Now (Guy Scheiman club mix) 7:04
  • 8 What Now (Guy Scheiman radio edit) 4:03
  • 9 What Now (Guy Scheiman Mixshow edit) 4:29
  • 10 What Now (Guy Scheiman dub) 7:04

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata