Lyrics: Rihanna – “Russian Roulette”

Earlier today, Rihanna leaked her new track “Russian Roulette” off her upcoming album ‘R’, which is slated for release November 23.

Loyal reader LaShea thinks the song’s lyrics are metaphorical as a symbol of Rihanna’s newfound freedom from her abuser, convicted felon Chris Brown. Sort of like she’s breaking free of the chains that used to bind her.

Sadly, that’s not what I’m hearing whispered around the industry.

They’re saying the rumors are true that Rihanna is still in love with Chris Brown and they still see each other despite the court ordered restraining order.

Take a breath, take it deep
Calm yourself, he says to me
If you play, you play for keeps
Take a gun, and count to three
I’m sweating now, moving slow
No time to think, my turn to go

And you can see my heart beating
You can see it through my chest
And I’m terrified but I’m not leaving
Know that I must must pass this test
So just pull the trigger

Say a prayer to yourself
He says close your eyes
Sometimes it helps
And then I get a scary thought
That he’s here means he’s never lost

As my life flashes before my eyes
I’m wondering will I ever see another sunrise?
So many won’t get the chance to say goodbye
But it’s too late too pick up the value of my life

Lyrics courtesy of JustJared.com

iyonah

Seriously SR … she didn’t even write the LYRICS …
I kindly opted not to debate on them today and here you go dedicating an ENTIRE post to them.
pinky2083

That’s some serious shyt right there..

I really hope her whole album isn’t like this.

Either way I know I’ll be bumpin her cd.

Love Rihanna.
missy

I was thinking the same thing iyonah i wasn’t gonna write but I don’t think the lyrics will change people’s mind much. :whistles: and I will leave it at that.
missy
intensemocha

THIS TRICK IS WHORING HERSELF OUT

GOOD GIRL GONE BAD WAS A PRETTY GOOD GIMICK

NOW SHE’S GONE TOO FAR ALBUM COVER AND ALL

AINT SHIAT CUTE ABOUT PLAYING WITH YOUR LIFE-I GUESS NOW IT WILL BECOME COOL TO DRESS HALF NAKED AND PLAY A GAME OF RUSSIAN ROULETTE

GTFOH THIS CHICK IS ON A FAST TRACK TO A NERVOUS BREAK DOWN-
intensemocha

AND THE WHOLE SADISTIC SOFT PORN ISH ISN’T CUTE EITHER-
Anna

I know she did not write this song, or maybe none of her songs but I want to know “shouldn’t she be more selective in the songs she sings”? She is 21 and has little girs, tweens and teens looking up to her and listening to her music. I know songs are meant for entertainment but words are real and some ppl will listen differently and react. Just my thought.
ELove

@pinky …

I didn’t even pay attention to the first pic…
Barb-Wire wrapped around your Play-Buddies like that
(YES I know it’s photo-shopped OR made out of candy-wraps OR some type of harmless plastic)
LovelyLady

So now what if a teen happens to get out of a bad relationship but is still inlove an ddecides to pop in Rhi Rhis CD, next thang u know shes in the housing counting to three to see if its really her time to go.
https://sandrarose.com Sandra Rose

I’m not feeling the whole S&M vibe at all. Rihanna lost me with the new style. I guess the entire music industry is toast.
Daisy

As a member of Team BOTH formerly Chrianna I don’t like how ppl want to read into her lyrics as if CB was just holding her down beating her azz everyday or what have you. I will be the 1st to say I don’t know what did or didn’t happen in their relationship or the car that night BUT I know rumors were flying about her being jealous and possessive of him before Chriannagate so I don’t like how ppl want this song to be about her breaking free when in all honesty his azz may be the one that needed to be set free from her. I think they BOTH gave as good as they got and pray they have both worked on any and all issues they may have had esp if they are still creeping as I have heard/read as well.

Ne yo wrote the song and he said he wasn’t gonna write any anti CB songs

Sorry for the novel of a rant

Sandra I hope somebody is their to catch IF these 2 lovebirds ever go public again in life lol
Buttercup417

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http://nwmasssmedia.com NichelleWalker/nwmasssmedia.com

Woo glad I dnt have everybody watching me cuz it’s hard living day to day without all the extra stuff. I never thought she was a artist young girls could look up to anyways. I’ll pray for her that is all~~~ it took me eight years to break away from my abuser so I know how uneasy it is.

Anyhow I got my braces off and my teeth look so good I just wanted to share that.
missy

Anna and Lovely

I totally agree with yall I was saying that that she has a young following(so what are they gonna put on the kidz bop CD’s)and she knew dang well what she was doing when she picked this song(cause she don’t write anything)

And of course ne-yo is going to say he isn’t gonna write any anti CB song because isn’t he cool with him too so he gonna do it on the low low.

{okay wont say any more}
LovelyLady

Congrats Nichelle for the braces and good for getting out of that situation
http://notenoughrealmen.blogspot.com 2thick4u

Ne-Yo wrote the song.

I haven’t heard the entire song due to it sounding like this…all creepy and shit !!!

As I previously stated…I hope this is the road she is ready to ride on because it might get bumpy
Daisy

We use to have a cheer in college called russian roulette. I can’t rememba all the words right now
Anna

NichelleWalker/nwmasssmedia.com Says:
Anyhow I got my braces off and my teeth look so good I just wanted to share that.
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Congrats Nichelle, nothing worse than a messed up grill. I was going to get some afew years ago. When they told me I was looking at 8k + I said forget it. Parents should be ashamed of themselves for not getting their kids braces while they are young. I want them for my 20 yr old. When I took her many yrs ago, she may have been 14, they told me that she was going to have to wear the head gear 18 hrs/day for two years before she even got the regular braces on.(my daughter played after school sports, she did not want to look like Urkel for two yrs. I have convinced myself that dentist are taking advantage of us. My daughters teeth aren’t even that bad.
missy

@nichelle

Congrats on getting those shackles of your teeth and good for you for getting out of that relationship better late then never.
LovelyLady

@ Anna

Ivisalign is the way to go
http://twitter.com/sherita78 mizzdallas

@ missy “shackles” thats exactly what they are! hey! nichelle

oh btw on the topic “who cares”…. Not me!
Charles

Ughh this sng is horrible she sounds like a cat who has a car resting on its tail its a nois ei can’t stand unless intoxicated and the lrycis she clearly didn’t write, she doesn’t write any of her songs!

And the whole s&m this is all a ploy to be risque and ostentatious she’s going for the shock and wow factor, with gggb she went with elegant and classy, now she’s trying to shock us. It won’t work because truthfully no one gives a fuck
Daisy

Team Rihanna
http://nwmasssmedia.com NichelleWalker/nwmasssmedia.com

Thanks guys~~~~ and yes there’s nothing like being free. I really want to go on Tyra and tell my story becaus there is a whole other side to abuse people don’t understand. But I just do t want to make my kids look at there father differently but I know my story could help women like rihianna but just haven’t found enough peace and strengh to do so. I think u have to limit what is said about your kids parent
Daisy

I just aint convinced Rihanna is a victim of DV or abuse until she tells me so herself I believe that is a real issue in our community and those women need help and resources but I don’t personally see her as one of those women. I am sure she has a story to tell just not convinced its one of abuse.

I support her either way though

So don’t feel like spinning today
ELove

People continuously DON’T GIVE KIDS their proper credit for being much more AWARE than you think they are… No MATTER how hard you may try… YOU CANNOT HIDE THE TRUTH !!!

You USUALLY LEARN from life lessons and I FOR ONE will always Tell The Truth rather than Hide the Truth From Kids…

AGAIN That’s JUST ME !!!
Krysi J

I wonder what mcnair’s lover was thinking, maybe something like “just pull the trigger”
Charles

Sooo when’s kandi coming
tbrown

These lyrics are so…bland. She sounds good. I’m not a fan of the song. Good luck to her. I’m sure it’ll be a smash hit.
ELove

@Krysi … I’m NOT going there BUT did you hear about the text messages that were just released REGARDING that very un-fateful day (Wonder if the WIFE knew any of that stuff)
missy

@Nichelle

If you go on Tyra(even though i like her)she is gonna make that convo about her so you better dominate that convo girl because (in my tyra voice)y’all know i’ve been in some crappy relationships(her fav line) but if you do I hope she let’s you tell your story and not her same ol story because it can be very therapeutic and you probably can help people out there who may be going through it .
kdillon

Rihanna is not a babysitter, parents should be selective about what their kids listen to. Lets talk about all the females in the game because honestly kids shouldnt be listening to any of them. Its a really good song, good for her because this will go to #1
https://sandrarose.com Sandra Rose

So is Rihanna saying if you love a guy you play Russian Roulette to prove your love? Wow!
kdillon

I think she is saying Love is like playing Russian Roulette, like saying Love is a dangerous game and if you fail you die (heartbreak). People say to others “your playing roulette with your life” in regards to drugs, sex, over eating, etc anything addictive.
Krysi J

@Krysi … I’m NOT going there BUT did you hear about the text messages that were just released REGARDING that very un-fateful day (Wonder if the WIFE knew any of that stuff
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what did they say Elove…

as far as this song and the props given to it are concerned…

im just glad to be me, cause some shyt i will never nor will i EVER want to understand.
ELove

@Krysi
I’m ONLY going to talk about one text…

SHE text-ed HIM about depositing $2,000.00 into her account
And HE supposedly made that happen for HER along with text-ing HER to leave the back door open for him AND we ALL KNOW where that easy access lead to —

And I’m NOT TALKING BOUT Romeo-n-Juliet EITHER
jazi65

Lawd rhi rhi is this a cry for help :confused:
LovelyLady

mizzdallas Says:

oh btw on the topic “who cares”…. Not me!
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OMG I almsot died laughing my azz offffffffffffff
LovelyLady

Krysi J Says:

I wonder what mcnair’s lover was thinking, maybe something like “just pull the trigger”
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Krysi Krysi Kyrsu U know u wrong lmao
mjoylaw

this song will be eaten up by YT youth

not surprised at Chrianna still being together..they are counting the days til he finishes the DV course and they get the order lifted, I’ve been saying and I maintain

@nichelle CONGRATS MAMA.. YOU ARE FIERCE GURRL!!!!!!

@anna gurrl get you and your baby’s teeth FIXED honey, it’s that important!!!!! You can do it!!!!!! Find a way for your little girl, and include you in the mix too!!!!!!!! Good luck sista and stay BLESSED!!!!!!!!
http://charactercorner.blogspot.com attorneymom

That demon is really showing its azz. SMDH
flyqtnvaAKAlilmissprissy

of course its about CB JUST LIKE UMBRELLA WAS ABOUT STANDING UNDER AN UMBRELLA…

but if you ask Rihanna… UMBRELLA WAS FAR DEEPER THAN WHAT ANYONE COULD IMAGINE< her words….she didnt write that one either
Anna

flyqtnvaAKAlilmissprissy Says:

of course its about CB JUST LIKE UMBRELLA WAS ABOUT STANDING UNDER AN UMBRELLA…

but if you ask Rihanna… UMBRELLA WAS FAR DEEPER THAN WHAT ANYONE COULD IMAGINE< her words….she didnt write that one either
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Umbrella first went to MJB and she passed on it and Rih got the catchy tune and that’s her only song I like.
Daisy

The lyrics to umbrella are pretty. Mandy moore pop singer had a version on utube singing with a guitar

I hated Umbrella at 1st then next thing I knew it was my FAV song lol

@My I agree with u as well they r counting down the days