Rihanna’s latest gig involved returning to the stage to perform her most popular songs on in India.
Over the weekend, the artist was spotted performing at a wedding for the son of Asia’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani.
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She featured “Diamonds,” “B**** Better Have My Money,” “Needed Me,” “Stay,” “All of the Lights” and “Birthday Cake,” along with others during her performance for the lavish pre-wedding ceremony. Afterward, the singer claimed it was her first time delivering a full concert experience in eight years.
“The show was the best,” Rihanna said in a video after the concert. “I haven’t done a real show in eight years.”
Following the event, Rihanna gave no indication that new music would be released. But, her triumphant return onstage adds to the list of most memorable performances of her career.
2016 MTV Video Music Awards
Up for the Video Vanguard Award in 2016, it’s no surprise that Rihanna made the stage a real-life music video and combined a medley of her most popular hits. The medley featured snippets from “Rude Boy,” “What’s My Name,” and “Work” and blended a mix of dancehall behind the tracks. As an ode to her Caribbean roots, the Barbadian pop star infused her culture in an electrifying performance and was accompanied by a group of energetic dancers that made you want to join them onstage and be a part of the lively dance routine.
2012 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
Leading up to the release of her seventh studio album, “Unapologetic,” the multi-talented singer graced the Victoria’s Secret runway and performed her all-time classic single, “Diamond.” Rihanna was not alone. Various Victoria’s Secret models strutted around her as she delivered the powerful act onstage. The artist’s captivating presence commanded audiences’ attention –ultimately making her the fashion show’s main attraction.
2016 Billboard Music Awards
The passion illuminating from the musician as she sang “Love On The Brain” is still embedded in fans’ memories. Rihanna sang her lyrics with a dynamic sense of power, showing she meant each word that escaped her mouth. Draped in a green fur ensemble, her high-powered vocals stole the show and cemented her rendition of the ballad as one of her top-performing moments.
2023 Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show
Rihanna’s Super Bowl halftime show joins the ranks as one of her iconic performances. With an extensive catalog, deciding which would make the cut in a 13-minute show seemed impossible. But, one thing we love about Rihanna is that she never fails to give fans the experience of a lifetime. “Pour It Up,” “All of the Lights,” “Umbrella,” “Wild Thoughts” and “Only Girl In The World” are only a few songs from the setlist that succeeded in encompassing her older tunes with her most recent releases.