Comments on: Rihanna Opens Up On ‘Good Morning America’ Again

By: Kool Moe Joe

Kool Moe Joe — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 04:18:35 +0000

How could that guy be hitting her, when he could have been making love to her instead? I don’t get it. I would have been pumping so much love into her, that her cup would have floweth over. Can someone explain to me why one would choose violence over good loving? This girl is beautiful, like a living breathing carmel candy bar. Skin like silk, flows like a kilt, wet steamy body like a hot cup of milk. That guy is a damn fool and should have did jail time!

By: Xtine222

Xtine222 — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:03:49 +0000

Also, think what you want of her as a person, but to go through everything she has, and so publically and to do her best to get through the other side and to share her story with so many people makes her one extremely brave person. If your just going to say stupid crap about her hair and wardrobe and critisis her timing, why bother commenting? Your comment isn’t even worth the space.

By: Xtine222

Xtine222 — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:54:27 +0000

Ok, you guys are insane. Rihanna was beaten up by someone she loved and trusted. You cannot provoke something like that! It does not matter what you say or do, no one deserves to be hit and attacked by anyone, least of all someone they care about. Also, how can you say Rhianna is just “selling out” and “just trying to sell her mediocre album” How could anyone think that shes speaking out for any monetary value? Perhaps she has been prompted by her managers to speak out before a record release, but she wouldn’t have done it unless she felt she needed to send a message out to others. It would no doubt hurt her to speak of, but in the end, it would help her, if not just slightly. Perhaps Britney decided not to speak out about her break down but, you know what? thats her “prerogative” Each to their own, we deal with trials and tribulations in our own way, and this must be Rhianna’s. Give it a rest. She’s dealt with enough crap for one life time.

By: Nasriah

Nasriah — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:29:13 +0000

For her to get out of the relationship, that took great strength in breaking down the psychological barriers that abused victims face. They think that they are helpless, when they really aren’t. There are thousands of abused victims out there who think that they can’t get out of it when in fact, they can. Just get outta there and call for help!

For Brown to keep lying, man it’s just not cool. I understand how that infuriated her. I would too. Honest and trust is really important in a relationship. It’s ok to flirt with someone else though you’re attached, but the two of you need to understand that it’s just harmless flirting. Unless, it’s not….

Keep it real!

By: RSS

RSS — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:56:46 +0000

@ It’s Trent, Bitch! (otherwise known as amazing creator here)… thanks for sticking up for rihanna. I can’t understand how people can be so judgmental over a woman who got attacked by someone she loved and trusted for discovering him in a lie. as a victim of domestic violence, i thank both you and rihanna. people have no clue about domestic violence and how it affects the people around them. they make judgments on who it affects and how it affects them. These judgments are normally incorrect. Sadly, this is because it’s not actually ever discussed.

Thank you for having an open dialogue. Hopefully, it will help educate some people.

By: mimi

mimi — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:37:31 +0000

good for her for spreading this important message. domestic violence happens in all levels of society, so its good to see her opening up, taking control and having a voice.
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however – what on earth is up with her hair? not that it really matters, but it isnt not flattering on her.

By: jj

jj — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:33:33 +0000

“@syl — Why are posting hateful things under the name “Angie”? Your ip address is the same (208.181.95.74) no matter what name you post under. If you continue to post under different names, all of your comments will be blocked as spam. ”

That’s kind of sad…and pathetic. It’s funny that Trent caught it.

As for Rihanna, I agree 100% with FK. Comparing Britney’s situation to Rihanna’s is completely absurd.

By: Jeana

Jeana — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:46:03 +0000

@syl — Why are posting hateful things under the name “Angie”? Your ip address is the same (208.181.95.74) no matter what name you post under. If you continue to post under different names, all of your comments will be blocked as spam.

HAHAHAHAHA
That is awesome!

By: maribella

maribella — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:33:03 +0000

i don’t think she’s using her album’s promotion to spread the word about abuse. i think she’s doing it the other way around. i do think she would’ve come out to speak no matter what, though. and trent, you asked “since when does abuse promote album sales?” and the answer is whenever an artist chooses to speak about ANY scandal they may be in that coincides with an upcoming project. these things always generate interest.

By: steffa_

steffa_ — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:34:39 +0000

im so glad rihanna spoke about this.
and im glad she also didnt just blame chris like everyone else is.

-thumbs up for rihanna-
mad love for riri, mad love.

By: FK

FK — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:38:49 +0000

Comparing Rihanna to Britney is ridiculous. Britney basically had a mental breakdown. What she went through is not really applicable to women the world over: from sexualized child star to paparazzi magnet to allegedly being under the control of a drug-pushing “manager.” What Rihanna is talking about is something that, sadly, many women have to deal with. She can offer them hope, insight, and maybe a sense of not being alone by talking about what she went through. Of course she has to do publicity for her record. Why not take the opportunity to share something of substance that could make a difference in someone’s life?

By: It's Trent, Bitch!

It's Trent, Bitch! — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:23:04 +0000

@That girl — I think it’s brilliant to use her album’s promotion to spread the word about her abuse to as many people as possible. It’s clear her message is spreading far and wide.

By: That girl

That girl — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:19:35 +0000

Please she is obviously doing this for promotion. right around the time her album drops…I agree with the poster earlier who stated Britney didn’t use her “problems” for promotion. She let the music speak for it’s self.

By: It's Trent, Bitch!

It's Trent, Bitch! — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:40:55 +0000

By: canaussiegirl

canaussiegirl — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:23:09 +0000

Sorry kids, ranting agian…….

She is using the media because she went through this in the public eye. We all “know” what happened. Most of us saw that photo. We have all been speculating what exactly happened that night. Chris said nothing on his “interview” on Larry King (which although I think he is a douche, is his right). 99% of people in abusive relationships or those who suffer any form of abuse are not going through it with millions of people watching.

People are going to talk about it regardless of if she does press or not. She is taking control of this situation and doing what she can to shut down the speculation.

For Rihanna to speak publicly about this and use what happened to her as a forum for others to learn from her experience is very commendable.

There is no right time for her to discuss this. If she had come out right after so many would have been on her back about it. If she refused to talk about it now, there would have been an outcry.

The poor girl cannot win. Listen to what she is saying instead of judging her for her timing, her hair or her outfit. All of that crap diminishes the importance of what she is saying. She is saying something that is really hard to hear and I think many people don’t understand about abusive relationships. That you love that person, even though they hit you. That you love them and go back even though they destroy you. That in spite of what they do (be it once or over years), you love them. This is a powerful message for young girls. That even though you love them, you can leave them. That even though you love them, you should leave them. That is is not always about love. As she said….. f*ck love.

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By: Alana

Alana — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:15:22 +0000

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not if…I’m on my iPhone and I always have typos! Haha

By: Alana

Alana — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:13:21 +0000

@syl while your abuse is sad and I’m glad you’re able to get through it personally; you have to realize people deal with things differently plus your story wasn’t in headlines and tabloids everywhere. Your battered picture wasn’t illegally leaked by cops (people we are suppose to trust) I mean her situation is extraordinarly different, she was battered by someone she loved and who she thought loved her and the WHOLE world needed to know. I’m glad she’s talking because there were so many people divided in the scandal…actually supporting Chris Brown because he’s cute and they like his music. I mean fine be a fan of entertainment but not abusing. but the amount if support for beating her was shocking to me. I think it’s her duty to speak because I was so shocked about the Chris brown support in the aftermath if the whole thing. So kudos to Rihanna. There is no “timing” for this!

By: It's Trent, Bitch!

It's Trent, Bitch! — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:56:35 +0000

@syl — I think she is using the media to spread her message about domestic abuse. It’s not for anyone to say how she should deal with the after-effects of her ordeal. I will happily support her desire to speak out on this matter however she chooses to do so.

By: syl

syl — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:54:29 +0000

@ Trent – what i meant by she’s not letting herself move on is because she uses the media to get her msg to the public. If she wants to talk about it, talk to a therapist. If she wants to rise awarenes, launch a campain and talk to other victims. And yes i know the healing process because I was abused as a child, not ones, but twice by two different people. The only way i was able to deal with it was by talking to a therapist, and people i trusted who wouldn’t judge me. Because when people starts judging, then the question “maybe it was my fualt?” starts to come to mind specially in such fragile state. She has a long way to go with her recovery, and i wish her all the best.

By: Brittany

Brittany — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:20:29 +0000

She sounds like she spoke from the heart.. on facts & feelings that many women have gone through. She opened herself up & I do not believe it was for publicity. She is a strong woman and I believe it was time for her to get this off of her chest, let people know they are not alone & the emotions they go through are normal. You have to listen to your conscience, which can be nearly impossible through love. Weren’t we all asking “Why is she with him?” Now we know. Now we understand. Bad outfit or not.

By: It's Trent, Bitch!

It's Trent, Bitch! — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:14:27 +0000

@syl — You are lucky if you have never suffered abuse at the hands of another but for abused persons TO MOVE ON they need to talk about their situations. You clearly do not understand the healing process in matters like this. I am glad she is speaking out and I hope she continues to do so … not only for her own well being but hopefully for the well being of others as well.

By: Jeana

Jeana — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:13:30 +0000

@ The Britney- It has absolutely nothing to do with RIhanna, but Britney Spears did an entire MTV documentary called “For The Record” to set things strainght before launching her world tour.

By: It's Trent, Bitch!

It's Trent, Bitch! — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:12:32 +0000

@Jaded — Why is the timing “not acceptable”? When is it “acceptable” to open up on a public level about a horribly abusive relationship? Since when does talking about abuse generate album sales? If anything, the timing of this interview is generating hateful comments that might sour others to opening up about their own experiences. I think it is very dangerous to hurtle such negativity towards someone who is feeling brave enough to talk so openly about a matter as serious as domestic abuse. Anytime someone chooses to speak out is the right time … THAT is what is acceptable.

By: Jaded

Jaded — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:08:47 +0000

While I think what happened to her is terrible, I still find the timing of these interviews in bad taste. I understand that celebrities speak out to help other people think “well if it happened to them as well then it’s not as embarrassing that it happened to me”, but to use something this horrible to promote yourself and your upcoming album release is not acceptable.