What Now
Rihanna · Unapologetic (Deluxe Edition) [2012]
I shouldn't be crying, tears were for the weaker days
I'm stronger, now what, so I say
But something's missing
Whatever it is, it feels like
It's laughing at me through the glass of a two-sided mirror
Whatever it is, it's just laughing at me
And I just wanna scream
What now? I just can't figure it out
What now? I guess I'll just wait it out (wait it out)
What now? Whoa, what now?
I found the one, he changed my life
But was it me that changed
And he just happened to come at the right time
I'm supposed to be in love
But I'm numb again
Whatever it is, it feels like
It's laughing at me through the glass of a two-sided mirror
Whatever it is, it's just sitting there laughing at me
And I just wanna scream
What now? I just can't figure it out
What now? I guess I'll just wait it out (wait it out)
What now? Please tell me
What now?
There's no one to call cause I'm just playing games with them all
The more I swear I'm happy, the more that I'm feeling alone
Cause I spent every hour just going through the motions
I can't even get the emotions to come out
Dry as a bone, but I just wanna shout
What now? I just can't figure it out
What now? I guess I'll just wait it out (wait it out)
What now? Somebody tell me
What now?
I don't know where to go
I don't know what to feel
I don't know how to cry
I don't know ow ow why
I don't know where to go
I don't know what to feel
I don't know how to cry
I don't know ow ow why
I don't know where to go
I don't know what to feel
I don't know how to cry
I don't know ow ow why
So what now?
What Now - Rihanna
Released in 2012 as part of Rihanna's album Unapologetic, 'What Now' stands as a defining track from her mid-career resurgence. The song blends R&B and pop sensibilities with a distinct electronic edge, showcasing her vocal versatility and songwriting maturity. Produced by The-Dream, the recording features a minimalist yet atmospheric production that highlights Rihanna's emotive delivery and confident persona. It served as a pivotal moment in her discography, reinforcing her status as a global superstar while exploring themes of self-acceptance and moving forward. The track remains a staple of her catalog, celebrated for its infectious rhythm and the seamless integration of her voice with modern production techniques.
