single · January 27, 2016

Work

Rihanna

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dance-popr&b

The dancehall-infused "Work" signaled a return to Rihanna's Caribbean roots, becoming a global smash despite its minimalist production and repetitive vocal hook.

• The song samples "If You Leave Me Now" by Musical Youth.
• "Work" reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Rihanna's fourteenth number-one single.
• The music video was filmed in Toronto by director X.

Rihanna is a Barbadian singer, actress, and businesswoman, best known for her genre-spanning musical style and extensive work with Roc Nation. At the time of "Work," she was transitioning from the more experimental sounds of *Anti* into a period of global superstardom with a string of chart-topping singles.