In reply to Trulondont.

Emeli is a traditional singer with an amazing voice. We are so used to seeing triple threats that we overlook the understated talents of blues singers like Corinne Bailey Rae, India Arie and Emeli. Emeli doesn't need to rely on smoke and mirrors (i.e. controversy) to be respected in her field.
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And what exactly is Rihanna's 100 Million star quality? She is still a bum b*tch that forced her way into America and allowed a bunch of white music executives to control her and completely wash out her Caribbean sound so she could be more appealing to the masses. She sold herself out for fame, and after 10 years of success she's finally decided to go back to her dancehall roots and manipulate her community for #1 hit. Rihanna ain't shit!