Rihanna’s 2007 hit “Don’t Stop the Music” has joined the elite club of songs with over one billion streams on Spotify. This achievement marks yet another milestone for the singer, who is the first female artist to have ten songs surpass this impressive mark. Rihanna’s consistent success on Spotify underscores her lasting impact on the music industry.
By Julian James
Rihanna’s Streaming Milestones
In addition to “Don’t Stop the Music,” several other solo hits by Rihanna have achieved over a billion streams, including “Needed Me,” “Love on the Brain,” “S&M,” “Only Girl (In the World),” and “Diamonds.” Her collaborations with artists like Drake, Jay-Z, Calvin Harris, Mikky Ekko, Kanye West, Paul McCartney, and Eminem have also reached this milestone. These achievements highlight Rihanna’s enduring popularity and influence in the music world.
A Career-Defining Album
“Don’t Stop the Music” is from Rihanna’s third album, “Good Girl Gone Bad,” released in 2007, which significantly elevated her career. This album also features other major hits such as “Umbrella,” “Shut Up and Drive,” and “Hate That I Love You.” With this release, Rihanna solidified her status as a global superstar and reshaped the pop music landscape.
Impact of “Don’t Stop the Music”
The song “Don’t Stop the Music” features a sample from Michael Jackson’s “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’,” which itself was based on the disco hit “Soul Makossa” by Manu Dibango. The track reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and was nominated for Best Dance Recording at the 50th Grammy Awards. Its success helped usher in a new era of dance music in the United States.
StarGate on the Song’s Success
The production duo StarGate, responsible for “Don’t Stop the Music,” stated in an interview with Entertainment Weekly that the song played a crucial role in reviving dance music in the US. Before this song and Justin Timberlake’s “SexyBack,” dance music was nearly absent from American pop culture. The success of these tracks proved that the four-to-the-floor kick drum pattern could resonate with mainstream audiences.
Rihanna’s ongoing success on Spotify and her undeniable influence on the music industry are remarkable. “Don’t Stop the Music” remains a significant part of her impressive musical legacy.
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