This 2009 dance-pop and R&B single from Def Jam Recordings showcased Rihanna's evolving sound as she moved towards a more mature and experimental artistic direction.
- "Russian Roulette" was co-written and co-produced by Ne-Yo, who had previously collaborated with Rihanna on her 2007 hit "Hate That I Love You."
- The song reached number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 2 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
- The music video for "Russian Roulette," directed by Anthony Mandler, features a dramatic narrative with symbolic imagery.
Rihanna is a Barbadian pop and R&B singer who has achieved global success through a string of hit singles and albums. In late 2009, she was transitioning between her album cycles, following the success of 'Good Girl Gone Bad' and preceding the release of 'Rated R'.
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