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Rihanna & Drake’s ‘What’s My Name’ Music Video Reaches 1 Billion YouTube Views

RiRi and Drake's collaboration topped the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart upon its 2010 release.

Rihanna ft. Drake, "What's My Name?"

Rihanna ft. Drake, "What's My Name?"

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Rihanna and Drake’s sultry “What’s My Name?” music video has officially reached one billion YouTube views, 13 years since its release in 2010.

In the clip, the rumored ex-couple gets cozy in a convenience store, before cuddling up in a New York apartment, drinking wine, holding hands and even having a little pillow fight.


RiRi and Drake’s collaboration topped the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart upon its 2010 release, and also hit No. 1 on Digital Songs. Over the years, the two R&B powerhouses have collaborated a number of times on songs like 2016’s “Too Good,” 2016’s “Work” and 2011’s “Take Care.”

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“What’s My Name?” was featured on Rihanna’s November 2010 album, Loud, which was certified 3x platinum by the Recording Industry Associated of America and peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 albums chart. The album also topped Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.

Watch Rihanna’s “What’s My Name” music video featuring Drake below.

This article was first published by Billboard U.S.

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Ron Sexsmith at NMC

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National Music Centre Turns 10, Announces New Exhibits, Programs and Performances

The Calgary-based non-profit houses four of Canada’s national music halls of fame, and it will celebrate its milestone anniversary with new exhibits, programs and events.

The National Music Centre (NMC) is turning 10, and to celebrate the Calgary-based National Music Centre will present many special events and exhibits over the coming year.

Things kicked off yesterday (April 9) with a launch party headlined by internationally renowned Canadian singer-songwriter Ron Sexsmith. He performed for media, partners and supporters and was joined by Métis Canadian folk singer-songwriter Andrina Turenne and drum group Eya-Hey Nakoda. The latter played the ceremonial first sound in Studio Bell when it officially opened 10 years ago.

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