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"We Found Love" is a popular song by Barbadian singer Rihanna featuring Scottish DJ and music producer Calvin Harris. Here are some interesting facts about the song:
Chart-Topping Success: "We Found Love" was a massive commercial success, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. It also achieved the same feat in many other countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.
Record-Breaking Streak: The song's 10-week run at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 made Rihanna the first female artist to have ten number-one singles in the 2010s, breaking the record previously held by Katy Perry.
Grammy Award: "We Found Love" won the Grammy Award for Best Short Form Music Video in 2013. The song was also nominated for Record of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the same ceremony.
Chart Dominance: The song spent a total of 41 consecutive weeks in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, a feat achieved by only a few other songs in history.
Video Controversy: The music video for "We Found Love" generated some controversy due to its depiction of a tumultuous relationship filled with drugs, partying, and violence. Some viewers and organizations criticized it for glamorizing unhealthy behavior.
Filming Location: The music video was primarily shot in Northern Ireland, and some of the scenes were filmed on a farm in Bangor. The choice of location sparked some controversy, with local authorities and residents expressing concerns about the video's content.
Rihanna's Collaboration with Calvin Harris: "We Found Love" marked the first collaboration between Rihanna and Calvin Harris, but it wouldn't be their last. The two artists would later work together on the hit songs "Where Have You Been" and "This Is What You Came For."
Dance-Pop and Electronic Influence: The song features a dance-pop and electronic sound, reflecting Calvin Harris's signature style as a DJ and producer. This collaboration helped Rihanna explore new musical territory and expand her already diverse discography.
Success of "Talk That Talk": "We Found Love" was the lead single from Rihanna's sixth studio album, "Talk That Talk." The album itself received positive reviews and continued Rihanna's streak of chart-topping hits.
Cultural Impact: The song's catchy melody and infectious beat made it a club and radio favorite, further solidifying Rihanna's status as a pop icon. "We Found Love" remains one of her most recognizable and enduring hits.