August 2007 Number One Song: "Umbrella" by Rihanna
In August 2007, Rihanna topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart with her infectious hit single "Umbrella". The single was a major success, topping the charts in numerous countries, and becoming one of the best-selling singles of 2007. It was also nominated for a number of awards, including Song of the Year at the 2007 Grammy Awards.
Background
Rihanna's career began in 2005 when she released her debut album Music of the Sun. The album featured her debut single "Pon de Replay", which peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100. The album was a success, and Rihanna quickly became a popular artist.
In 2006, Rihanna released her sophomore album A Girl Like Me. The album featured the hit single "SOS", which peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The single was a major success, and it helped to further establish Rihanna as a major artist.
Recording and Composition
Rihanna's third album Good Girl Gone Bad was released in 2007. The album featured the single "Umbrella", which was written by The-Dream and Tricky Stewart and produced by Stewart and Kuk Harrell. The song was recorded at the Roc the Mic Studios in New York City.
The song is a mid-tempo pop and R&B song, which features a minimal production. The song is constructed around a piano-driven melody, which is accompanied by a sparse beat. The lyrics of the song tell the story of Rihanna's relationship with her lover, and how she will be there for him in times of trouble.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, "Umbrella" quickly became a major hit. The single debuted at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and eventually peaked at number one, where it stayed for seven weeks. The single was a major success, topping the charts in numerous countries, and becoming one of the best-selling singles of 2007.
The single was certified five times platinum in the United States, and was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2007 Grammy Awards. The song was also named the number one song of 2007 by Billboard, and was named the most played song of 2007 by MTV.
Legacy
"Umbrella" is considered to be one of Rihanna's signature songs, and is one of the most successful singles of her career. The song has been covered by numerous artists, and has been featured in numerous films and television shows. The song has been praised by critics, and is often cited as one of the best pop songs of the 2000s.
In 2013, "Umbrella" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and in 2020, the song was inducted into the Library of Congress' National Recording Registry. The song has become a classic, and is considered to be one of the most iconic songs of the 21st century.
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