Disturbia (song)

Rihanna - Disturbia

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"Disturbia "
Template:Infobox song/link by Rihanna
from the album Good Girl Gone Bad: Reloaded
Released	July 22, 2008
Recorded	2008
Genre	Electropop, Dance-pop
Length
Label	Def Jam Recordings
Songwriter(s)	Andre Merritt, Chris Brown, Robert Allen, Brian Kennedy
Producer(s)	Brian Kennedy
Rihanna singles chronology
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Disturbia is a song recorded by Barbadian singer Rihanna for the re-release of her third studio album, Good Girl Gone Bad: Reloaded (2008). The song was written by Andre Merritt, Chris Brown, Robert Allen, and Brian Kennedy, with production handled by Kennedy. It was released by Def Jam Recordings on July 22, 2008, as the third single from the re-release and the seventh overall from the original album.

Background and release

"Disturbia" was written by Chris Brown, Andre Merritt, and Robert Allen, and was originally intended for Brown's album. However, after deciding it would be better suited for a female singer, Brown passed the song to Rihanna. The track was produced by Brian Kennedy and was recorded in 2008.

Composition and lyrics

"Disturbia" is an electropop and dance-pop song with a length of three minutes and fifty-nine seconds. The song features a synthesized backing track and a prominent bassline. Lyrically, "Disturbia" deals with themes of mental anguish and confusion, with the chorus featuring the lines: "It's a thief in the night to come and grab you / It can creep up inside you and consume you."

Critical reception

The song received generally positive reviews from music critics, who praised its dark tone and catchy hook. Some critics noted that the song was a departure from Rihanna's previous singles, showcasing a more mature and experimental side of the artist.

Chart performance

"Disturbia" achieved commercial success worldwide. In the United States, it peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Rihanna's fourth number-one single on the chart. The song also topped the charts in New Zealand and reached the top ten in several other countries, including Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Music video

The music video for "Disturbia" was directed by Anthony Mandler and premiered on July 22, 2008. The video features dark and surreal imagery, with Rihanna appearing in various gothic and eerie settings. The visual elements of the video were praised for complementing the song's haunting theme.

Live performances

Rihanna performed "Disturbia" at several award shows and television programs, including the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards and the 2008 American Music Awards. These performances often featured elaborate stage setups and choreography, further emphasizing the song's dark and intense atmosphere.

Track listings

Digital download

1. "Disturbia" – 3:59

CD single

1. "Disturbia" – 3:59
2. "Disturbia" (Instrumental) – 3:59

Personnel

• Rihanna – vocals
• Brian Kennedy – production
• Chris Brown – songwriting
• Andre Merritt – songwriting
• Robert Allen – songwriting

Certifications

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See also

• List of Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles of 2008
• Rihanna discography