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The song is often cited as a definitive anthem of the "EDM explosion" in the United States during the early 2010s.
The song was released as the lead single from Rihanna’s sixth studio album, Talk That Talk (2011) .
It was written and produced by Calvin Harris , marking a pivotal moment where he transitioned from a niche DJ to a mainstream pop powerhouse.
Rihanna, a mezzo-soprano , delivers repetitive, hypnotic vocals that emphasize the "hopeless place" narrative.
Directed by Melina Matsoukas, the music video is a cinematic portrayal of a toxic, drug-fueled relationship.
