Rihanna - Rated R (Vinyl 2LP)

Released in 2009, Rated R marks a bold turning point in Rihanna’s career, unveiling a darker, more confrontational sound and aesthetic. Moving away from glossy pop, the album leans into moody R&B, hip hop and rock influences, pairing stark production with themes of heartbreak, anger, resilience and self-reclamation.

Featuring standout tracks such as “Russian Roulette”, “Hard”, “Rude Boy”, “Rockstar 101” and “Te Amo”, the record balances vulnerability with defiance. Its abrasive edges and emotional weight helped redefine Rihanna’s artistic identity and set the stage for her genre-spanning dominance in the decade that followed.

Pressed across two vinyl LPs, this edition spreads the album over four sides, allowing its dynamic range and layered production to breathe on vinyl. Supplied brand new and sealed, it’s an essential addition for Rihanna fans and collectors of late-2000s pop and R&B on vinyl.

Available now from Heathen Records, your independent Australian online record store specialising in new and collectible vinyl.

Details

• Artist: Rihanna
• Album: Rated R
• Format: Vinyl 2LP
• Genre: R&B / Pop / Hip Hop
• Release Type: Studio album
• Condition: Brand new & sealed

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