In the show business, talents often come and go. That is why when artists make it to Hollywood, they do their best to either keep their career running or secure their financial stability while still famous. And if you’re good at doing both, you’ll live a happy and successful Hollywood dream!
Impressive Music Career
Jay-Z's recording label, Def Jam, signed Rihanna in 2005
One of the best examples is the Barbadian singer, Rihanna. There is no doubt that her music career is nothing but a success. It all started way back in 2003 when Rihanna and two of her classmates performed in front of the record producer Evan Rogers for an audition. Rogers saw Rihanna’s potential at the very moment she stepped foot in the room, so he arranged a separate meeting with her and her mother to talk about signing her to Syndicated Rhythm Productions.
In 2005, Rihanna closed a recording deal with the rapper Jay-Z, CEO of the recording label Def Jam. Her album Music of the Sun hit the tenth spot on the Billboard 200 on its debut, and the Recording Industry Association of America certified the album as gold after it sold more than 500,000 units. Rihanna was unstoppable ever since she started her music career, and her song Umbrella earned her a Grammy Award.
Fenty Beauty
Rihanna invested in business and founded her fashion and make up line
While Rihanna continued to make great music that made her bring home nine Grammy awards, she also decided to expand her empire by becoming a businesswoman. She started her own makeup line, Fenty Beauty, and a luxury fashion label, Fenty. And just like in music, Rihanna’s entrepreneur journey had a prosperous outcome making her one of the richest musicians with a personal net worth of $600 million.
Money Can't Buy Happiness
Rihanna dedicates her hard-work to her family, friends, and to the people who need help
What’s even more impressive about Rihanna is that she strives for success not only for her and her family but also for other people. Rihanna never lets money to control her, but instead, she uses it as a tool to give her loved ones a comfortable lifestyle, and open doors of opportunities to people who need a job. The singer founded the Clara Lionel Foundation in 2012 intending to provide better educational quality and health services for the youth in poor neighborhoods.
Despite all her fortune and success, Rihanna’s philosophy in life remains very simple. She said money was never the priority, but creating a livelihood for those in need and taking care of the people she loves. She also believes that true happiness comes from appreciating the small things like being able to walk on a sunny day. As plain as it sounds, the singer said that brings joy in her life.
