Rihanna stays proving why she’s one of the baddest in the game. Her stage presence, her energy, and the way she commands a crowd—nobody does it like her. Over the years, she’s had plenty of iconic performances, but one that still hits different is her 2012 BRIT Awards performance of We Found Love. From the visuals to her vibe, she gave the audience a show they won’t forget.
At the BRIT Awards, Rihanna came through with a high-energy, colorful performance of We Found Love. Rocking a bold outfit and serving confidence, she hit every note while keeping the crowd hype. The stage was lit—literally—bright lights flashing, the beat hitting hard, and Rihanna moving like she owned every second of it. Produced by Calvin Harris, We Found Love was already a smash, but seeing her perform it live? That took it to a whole new level. She had the whole place vibing proving once again why she’s that girl.
Rihanna – We Found Love (Live at The BRITs 2012)
What made this performance even more fire was how smooth everything flowed. The music, the lights, her energy—it was all on point. Rihanna knows how to bring the right attitude and make the audience feel every part of the song. She ain’t just singing—she’s performing, and that’s what separates her from the rest.
Switching things up, another one of her standout live performances was Disturbia during the LOUD Tour at the O2 Arena. While We Found Love was all about feel-good energy, Disturbia was straight-up dark and intense. Rihanna tapped into a whole different side, bringing a creepy, almost horror-movie vibe to the stage.
Rihanna – Disturbia (LOUD Tour 02)
The LOUD Tour performance of Disturbia had a whole different energy—dark lights, eerie effects, and a stage setup that made it feel like a haunted world. Rihanna’s vocals were strong, and her dance moves were sharp, making the whole thing even more powerful. While We Found Love was bright and explosive, Disturbia was moody and mysterious, showing just how versatile she really is.
Both performances prove what we already know—Rihanna is a beast when it comes to live shows. Whether she’s bringing the party with We Found Love or setting the mood with Disturbia, she makes sure the audience is locked in the whole time. If you ain’t already following her, you missing out. Rihanna stays setting the bar high, and her performances will always be the blueprint.