Barbadian singer Rihanna’s song featuring Canadian rapper Drake continues to draw attention ten years after its release.
Released in January 2016, 'Work' served as the lead single from the Barbadian singer’s eighth studio album, ANTI. Despite the passage of time, the track remains widely played across major streaming platforms.
The song has recorded more than 1.6 billion streams on Spotify, while its official video has exceeded 1.4 billion views on YouTube, confirming its lasting presence in the streaming era.
Upon its release, Work reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, where it remained for nine consecutive weeks. The achievement placed Rihanna at the time as the artist with the highest number of number-one singles in the chart’s history. The track also dominated global playlists throughout that year.
Built around a dancehall-inspired rhythm and a repetitive chorus, the song became a defining sound of mid-2010s pop music. Ten years on, it continues to resonate with audiences.
The renewed interest comes amid a broader return of trends from the period, including music, fashion and online aesthetics associated with the mid-2010s. In this context, Work stands as a reminder of an era that remains influential in today’s popular culture.
