An opening manifesto where Rihanna sings, "I got to do things my own way darling," setting the stage for her newfound independence.
When Rihanna released ANTI on January 28, 2016, she didn't just drop an album; she staged a musical coup. Moving away from the "hit factory" reputation of her previous seven records, the remains a masterclass in artistic defiance and sonic exploration. A Departure from the Formula Rihanna - ANTI -Deluxe- -2016-Album-
The lead single that dominated the charts, blending tropical house with dancehall rhythms. An opening manifesto where Rihanna sings, "I got
A nearly identical cover of Tame Impala’s "New Person, Same Old Mistakes," proving Rihanna’s ear for alternative rock and psychedelic textures. A Departure from the Formula The lead single
By 2016, the world expected "Loud" or "Talk That Talk" style dance-pop. Instead, Rihanna delivered a project that was moody, sprawling, and intentionally unpolished. The Deluxe version, specifically, added layers to this narrative, featuring 16 tracks that zig-zag between psychedelic soul, dancehall, and gritty blues.
A powerhouse 50s-style soul ballad that showcased her vocal range and raw vulnerability.
The ANTI (Deluxe) experience is defined by its refusal to stick to one genre: