Fool in Love

Rihanna

About Fool in Love

"Fool in Love" is a song by Barbadian recording artist Rihanna, from the deluxe edition of her sixth studio album Talk That Talk (2011). The song was written by Ester Dean, Lukasz Gottwald, Henry Walter. Production was helmed by Lukasz Gottwald, Cirkut and Dean. Musically, "Fool in Love" is a rhapsodic ballad, and instrumentation consists of acoustic and electric guitars, synthesizers and drums. The lyrics revolve around Rihanna being the protagonist, and how she has met a relatively good man who her parents do not approve of, but requests that they accept her decision to be with him due to their love for each other, despite familial concerns. It received comparisons to Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" and Britney Spears' "Criminal". The song's composition, production and vocal performance was acclaimed by music critics, however, some criticized its lyrics. Upon the release of Talk That Talk, "Fool in Love" debuted on the South Korea Gaon International Chart at number 70, with digital sales of 6,536 downloads. It also charted on the UK R&B Chart at number 35 and on the UK Singles Chart at number 123. 


Year:
2011
4:16
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Mama, I found a man
Who loves me and understands
Papa, he's quite a man
He adores me, he's my biggest fan
And don't get me wrong,
I know he's not perfect in your eyes
But somehow he's flawless in mine

And you may tell me to run, run now
But I can't do that
We're too far down the hole
He's got a hold on my soul

So I guess I'm a fool
I'm a fool in love
But I'm willing to stay here
And bask in the glory of his heart
I guess I'm a fool in love
But I'm willing to look so stupid
Till I had enough

Mama, don't judge me now
I'm not trying to hurt you
I know this won't make you proud
Papa, did I let you down?
Are you ashamed of how your little girl turned out?

You'll see a monster
I see a smile
You say it's danger
And I'm in denial
But somehow I feel so safe right now

So I guess I'm a fool
I'm a fool in love
But I'm willing to stay here
And bask in the glory of his heart
I guess I'm a fool in love
But I'm willing to look so stupid
Till I had enough

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Rihanna

Robyn Rihanna Fenty ( /riˈɑːnə/ ree-AH-nə or /riˈænə/ ree-AN-ə; born February 20, 1988), known mononymously as Rihanna, is a Barbadian recording artist and actress. Born in Saint Michael, Barbados, her career began when she met record producer Evan Rogers in late 2003. At age 16, she came to the United States to pursue a recording career and began recording demo tapes under Rogers' guidance, subsequently signing a contract with Def Jam Recordings after auditioning for Jay-Z. more »

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Written by: ESTER DEAN, ESTHER DEAN, HENRY RUSSELL WALTER, LUKASZ GOTTWALD

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Fool in Love" is a song recorded by Barbadian singer Rihanna for her sixth studio album, ‘Talk That Talk’ (2011). It is the album’s closing track.
Song Release Info
This song was not officially released as a single from the 'Talk That Talk’ album, but it has still managed to gain significant recognition from fans and critics.
Song Genre
The song is classified as R&B and pop, which is within Rihanna's signature music style. However, some elements of rock are also present in "Fool in Love".
Lyrics
The lyrics tell a story of a complex and emotionally distressing relationship, with an undercurrent of the difficulty in distancing oneself from such a relationship due to being a "fool in love".
Awards
Even though "Fool in Love" wasn't released as a single, the album 'Talk That Talk’ won Rihanna a Grammy Award for Best Urban Contemporary Album.
Production Info
"Fool in Love" was produced by Norwegian production team Stargate, consisting of Tor Erik Hermansen and Mikkel Storleer Eriksen. They have worked with Rihanna on numerous other songs as well.
Songwriters
Ester Dean, Lukasz Gottwald, Henry Walter, Tor Erik Hermansen, and Mikkel S. Eriksen all contributed to writing "Fool in Love".
Critical Reception
Critics praised Rihanna's vocal performance on "Fool in Love", complimenting her expressiveness and the raw emotion she brought to the lyrics.
Album Success
'Talk That Talk’ peaked at number three on the US Billboard 200 chart and was certified three-times platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Unique Elements
The song stands out for its fusion of pop, R&B and rock, as well as its dramatic and emotive lyrics.

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