Only Girl (In the World)
Rihanna
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16 facts about this song
Release Date and Album"Only Girl (In the" by Rihanna was released on September 10, 2010. It is the lead single from her fifth studio album, "Loud."
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Songwriters and ProducersThe song was written by Crystal Johnson, Mikkel S. Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen, and Sandy Wilhelm. It was produced by Stargate, Sandy Vee, and Kuk Harrell.
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Chart SuccessThe song topped the charts in over fifteen countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.
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Grammy Award"Only Girl (In the World)" won the Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording at the 53rd Grammy Awards in 2011.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Only Girl (In the World)" was directed by Anthony Mandler and it was filmed in a field in Santa Clarita, California.
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Song ThemeThe song carries a strong feminine empowerment theme, with Rihanna asking for attentiveness, adoration, and emotion from her lover.
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Platinum Certification"Only Girl (In the World)" was certified multi-platinum in Australia and the United States, signifying over a million units sold.
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Critical ReviewsThe song received positive reviews from music critics, with many praising the song's chorus and Rihanna's powerful vocal delivery.
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Billboard Rankings"Only Girl (In the World)" made it to the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
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Song DurationThe song's duration is approximately 3 minutes and 55 seconds in the album version.
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InfluenceThe song's dance-pop style and up-tempo beat have been credited for setting the trend for the early 2010s mainstream pop and club music.
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Live PerformancesRihanna has performed "Only Girl (In the World)" in multiple events and shows, including her 'Last Girl on Earth' and 'Loud' tour, as well as during the American Music Awards and the 2010 MTV Europe Music Awards.
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Cover VersionsMany artists have covered "Only Girl (In the World)", including Ellie Goulding and the cast of the television show Glee.
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SalesAs of 2015, "Only Girl (In the World)" had sold over 8.2 million copies worldwide.
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Music Style"Only Girl (In the World)" is categorized as dance-pop and eurodance.
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Release FormatThe song was released in digital download, CD single, and 7-inch single formats.
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