Rihanna, the renowned 36-year-old singer, has recently elucidated her profound reasoning behind her decision to have her sons’ hair braided. This choice, she asserts, was made swiftly and deliberately. For Rihanna, braiding represents more than just a hairstyle—it serves as a conduit for self-expression and a means to stay connected to her cultural heritage. In an interview with China’s Vogue magazine, Rihanna expounded on her belief that braiding embodies a form of protection passed down by ancestors, instilling a sense of awareness regarding one’s origins. She expressed, “This is our lost history. I immediately wanted my children to have their hair braided…it’s something in our blood.”
The Grammy-winning artist has consistently vocalized her aspirations to break generational patterns within her own family, striving to foster an environment that promotes growth and positivity. In a conversation with ‘Access Hollywood,’ Rihanna articulated her hopes for parenthood, envisioning a future where her children are raised with love and empowered to surpass the limitations of previous generations.
Since welcoming her sons, RZA and Riot, into the world with partner A$AP Rocky, Rihanna has noticed a transformative shift in her relationship with Rocky. She acknowledges a newfound admiration for Rocky’s role as a father, describing it as a significant aspect of their bond. Rihanna expressed, “I loved him differently as a dad. This is major, major like – it’s a turn on. What a leader, what a great, patient, loving … and my kids are obsessed with him. I’m just a background, like, I’m an extra.”
Rihanna’s pregnancy announcement during the 2023 Super Bowl halftime show took the world by surprise. Reflecting on the unexpected revelation, she recounted the wardrobe malfunction that prompted her to share the news. Despite her initial intention to keep the pregnancy private, Rihanna’s costume zipper refused to cooperate, compelling her to disclose her impending motherhood. She recounted the incident, stating, “Here’s the thing – I do what I have to do, right?. My jumper couldn’t zip up. No one knew I was pregnant – I just told my stylist, ‘Make sure it’s stretchy’. So the underarm, it was stretchy, and [the bottom of the jumper] was baggy, but you know … [On the day of the show] the zip, it just stopped right there. So it had to be what it had to be!”
Rihanna’s commitment to cultural heritage, family, and personal growth continues to resonate with her fans worldwide, showcasing her as not only a musical icon but also a symbol of empowerment and authenticity.
