Consideration (song)
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"Consideration" is a song recorded by Barbadian singer
Rihanna performed "Consideration" with SZA on a medley with "
Background and recording
"Consideration" was originally meant for inclusion on SZA's debut album, Ctrl (2017), with the title "LouAnne Johnson", which was inspired by and named after Michelle Pfeiffer's character in Dangerous Minds (1995).[1] SZA has stated that the song reminded her of the movie Dangerous Minds (1995) "mixed with the yodeling" from Insidious (2010).[2] SZA was invited to a writing camp by Rihanna, but was ultimately unsuccessful in writing her any new music at the time, however, in an effort to impress Pharrell Williams, she performed "Consideration", which Rihanna later asked to have for her album, Anti.[3] SZA's decision to relinquish the song ultimately "devastated" her, and caused her to think "[she'll] never make anything better".[4] Speaking to i-D, SZA stated: "I think I needed that song on my album. But, then I do also think it was supposed to work out the way it worked out. I wonder though... Ctrl probably would have been completed a year earlier had I kept 'Consideration' [...] In some circles I think people thought it would do more for me. I didn't think it would do anything. So I guess I landed somewhere in the middle."[3]
"Consideration" was written by Solana Rowe (who is known professionally as SZA), Tyran Donaldson, and Rihanna. It was produced by Donaldson with vocal production by
Composition and lyrical interpretation
"Consideration" is the opening track of the album,
Lyrically, "Consideration" is a declaration of independence,[22] as Rihanna is trying to prove "she is the one steering the wheel of her career,"[23] outlining "her worth as artist and business asset."[20] The song opens with "a Peter Pan metaphor about being held back from maturing," where she sings: "I come fluttering in from Neverland [...] Why will you never let me grow?".[21] In the chorus, she bluntly sings: "I got to do things my own way, darling,"[8] while also expressing dissatisfaction and asking "in a thick patois": "Will you ever let me? Will you ever respect me? No!".[24] During the second verse, she "asserts that she's through with acting as the world's avatar," asking: "Darling, would you mind giving my reflection a break from the pain it's feeling now?".[12] During the second verse Rihanna sings rebelliously, "Let me cover your shit in glitter, I can make it gold."[25]
Nolan Feeney of
Critical reception
"Consideration" was met with general acclaim.
Patrick Ryan of
Sal Cinquemani of Slant Magazine noted that the "heavy, distorted '90s-style loop and guest vocal by neo-soul singer SZA, suggested that Rihanna is determined to 'grow.'"[26] Patricia Garcia of Vogue noted that the song "gives a mainstream introduction to the incredibly talented and underrated SZA, but it also may underscore Rihanna's intention to separate herself from her pop past."[29] Jessica McKinney of Vibe praised the pair, writing that, "the two compliment [sic] each other well as they exchange vocals about cutting ties," noting that the sound "stay[s] true to SZA's alt-soul background and Rih's affinity for hip-hop." McKinney also noticed that it "has a feel good nature that sets the pace for what the rest of the album will sound like."[14] Allan Raible of ABC News opined that "while authoritative and coldly sleek, [it] sets things off on a quirky, off-kilter foot."[30] Chris Gerard of PopMatters had mixed feelings, describing "Consideration" as "a pedestrian mid-tempo groove with no real spark."[22]
Commercial performance
After the release of Anti, "Consideration" charted on the
Live performances
During the
Track listing
- Dance Remixes[40]
- "Consideration" (MKRemix) – 3:55
- "Consideration" (Dirty South Remix) – 3:38
- "Consideration" (Mangal Suvaran Remix) – 3:26
- "Consideration" (James Carter Remix) – 2:37
- "Consideration" (Will Clarke Remix) – 3:44
- "Consideration" (Stafford Brothers Remix) – 3:23
Credits and personnel
Recording
- Recorded at Jungle City Studios, New York City.
- Mixed at Larrabee Studios, Universal City, CA.
- Mastered at Sterling Sound, New York City.
Personnel
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Credits adapted from Rihanna's official website.[5]
Charts
Chart (2016–2018) | Peak position |
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France ( SNEP)[31]
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63 |
Sweden (Sverigetopplistan)[32] | 72 |
88 | |
18 | |
US | 13 |
US Dance Club Songs (Billboard)[42] | 1 |
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)[43] | 38 |
Certifications
Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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United Kingdom (BPI)[44] | Silver | 200,000‡ |
United States (RIAA)[45] | Platinum | 1,000,000‡ |
‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. |
Release history
Country | Date | Format | Label |
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Worldwide (Remixes)[40] | December 8, 2017 | Digital download |
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See also
- List of number-one dance singles of 2018 (U.S.)
References
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- ^ Milazzo, Crissy (May 6, 2016). "SZA Opens Up About What Her Upcoming Album Will Sound Like". Teen Vogue. Retrieved July 23, 2016.
- ^ a b White, Ryan (October 26, 2017). "how sza became the definitive sound of 2017". i-D. Retrieved March 2, 2018.
- ^ "With 5 Grammy nods, SZA emerges as music's breakout star". ABC News. December 20, 2017. Archived from the original on March 2, 2018. Retrieved March 2, 2018.
- ^ a b "Anti (Deluxe Edition) | Rihanna | Credits". Rihannanow.com. Retrieved February 11, 2016.
- Complex. Retrieved July 22, 2016.
- ^ "SZA on Instagram: "Let me cover yo shit in glitter I could make it gold"". Instagram. Archived from the original on August 23, 2016. Retrieved July 21, 2016.
- ^ a b c Spanos, Brittany (February 1, 2016). "Anti – Rolling Stone". Rolling Stone. Retrieved July 19, 2016.
- ^ "ANTI (Deluxe) by Rihanna". iTunes Store (US). 28 January 2016. Retrieved March 31, 2016.
- ^ a b c Benjamin, Jeff (January 28, 2016). "Rihanna's 'ANTI' Album: Track-by-Track Review". Fuse. Retrieved March 31, 2016.
- ^ "Key & BPM/Tempo of Consideration Rihanna". Note Discover. Retrieved July 21, 2016.
- ^ a b c Shepherd, Julianne Escobedo (February 1, 2016). "On 'Anti,' Being Rihanna Isn't Easy: Album Review". Billboard. Retrieved July 23, 2016.
- ^ Wood, Mikael (January 29, 2016). "Review With 'Anti,' Rihanna shows the strength in vulnerability". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved July 21, 2016.
- ^ a b McKinney, Jessica (January 29, 2016). "Review: Rihanna's 'ANTI' Is Gold... If You're Willing To Give It A Try". Vibe. Retrieved July 23, 2016.
- ^ a b Petrusich, Amanda (February 1, 2016). "Rihanna: ANTI Album Review – Pitchfork". Pitchfork. Retrieved July 23, 2016.
- ^ NME. Retrieved January 30, 2016.
- ^ Rodman, Sarah (January 28, 2016). "Change of pace for Rihanna on 'Anti'". The Boston Globe. Retrieved July 24, 2016.
- ^ a b Ryan, Patrick (January 28, 2016). "Rihanna's 'ANTI:' A track-by-track review". USA Today. Retrieved July 19, 2016.
- ^ a b Farah, Safy-Hallan; Barlow, Eve (January 28, 2016). "Rihanna's 'ANTI': SPIN's Impulsive Reviews". Spin. Retrieved July 20, 2016.
- ^ a b c MacKay, Emily (February 1, 2016). "Rihanna – 'Anti' Review". NME. Retrieved July 24, 2016.
- ^ a b c Wickman, Forrest (January 28, 2016). "Rihanna's Anti: A Track-by-Track Breakdown". Slate. Retrieved July 21, 2016.
- ^ a b c Gerard, Chris (January 29, 2016). "Rihanna: Anti – PopMatters". PopMatters. Retrieved July 20, 2016.
- ^ a b c Gracie, Bianca (January 29, 2016). "Rihanna's 'ANTI': A Track-By-Track Album Review". Idolator. Retrieved March 31, 2016.
- ^ a b Feeney, Nolan (January 28, 2016). "Review: Rihanna's Anti Rewrites the Rules of Her Career". Time. Retrieved July 21, 2016.
- ^ McCormick, Neil (January 28, 2016). "Rihanna, Anti, album review: 'Rihanna without the hits'". The Daily Telegraph. Retrieved July 24, 2016.
- ^ a b Cinquemani, Sal (January 28, 2016). "Rihanna: Anti – Slant Magazine". Slant Magazine. Retrieved July 22, 2016.
- ^ Lobenfeld, Claire (February 1, 2016). "Rihanna's ANTI is no fun, and that's no problem". Fact. Retrieved July 21, 2016.
- ^ Jupp, Emily (January 29, 2016). "Rihanna, Anti, album review: 'Bouncy dancehall meets blissed-out stoner vibes'". The Independent. Retrieved July 24, 2016.
- ^ Garcia, Patricia (January 28, 2016). "Rihanna's Anti Album Is Anti-Pop—And That's Not a Bad Thing". Vogue. Retrieved July 24, 2016.
- ^ Raible, Allan (January 28, 2016). "Music Review: Rihanna's 'Anti' Is Her Most Surprising Album Yet". ABC News. Retrieved July 25, 2016.
- ^ Les classement single. Retrieved July 23, 2016.
- ^ a b "Rihanna feat. SZA – Consideration". Singles Top 100. Retrieved July 23, 2016.
- ^ a b "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved July 23, 2016.
- ^ a b "Official Hip Hop and R&B Singles Chart Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved July 23, 2016.
- ^ "British Single Certifications - Rihanna - Consideration". British Phonographic Industry. Select singles in the Format Field. Select Silver in the Certification field. Type Consideration in the "Search BPI Awards" field and then press Enter.
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- ^ Augustin, Camille (February 24, 2016). "SZA & Drake Join Rihanna For A Performance At The 2016 Brit Awards". Vibe. Retrieved July 25, 2016.
- ^ Duboff, Josh (March 28, 2016). "Rihanna's Anti Tour: Subdued, but Still Ready to Party". Vanity Fair. Retrieved July 25, 2016.
- ^ a b "Consideration (Feat. SZA) [Dance Remixes] - EP by Rihanna". iTunes. 8 December 2017.
- ^ "Rihanna Chart History (Bubbling Under Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved February 27, 2016.
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