Rihannas Loud

Although it may have appeared like all eyes were onJay-ZandKanye Westthis year, R&B singerRihannaactually earned the biggest pay day as r as touring is concerned. According toPollstars Top 25 Worldwide Tours of 2011, Rihannas Loud tour ranked at No. 7, topping some of the biggest pop acts in the country, includingBritney Spears, Justin Bieber, Lady GagaandKaty Perry.

The six-month tour in promotion of her 2010 albumLoudrolled through 78 cities and grossed more than $90 million. The "Umbrella" singer had the top show of the year, beating out bothUshersOMGtour, which raked in $59 million, andJay and Yes much-hypedWatch the Thronetour, which made $48.3 million.

During the tour RiRi was joined on the road at times byJ. Cole,B.o.BandCee Lo Green, filling in on selected dates; theLoudtour was also assisted by the success of her LP, whichproduced three No. 1 singles: "Only Girl (In the World)," "S&M" and "Whats My Name?"

Rihs fifth and latest albumTalk that Talkdebuted at No. 3 on the Billboard chartslast month. A tour for the promotion of this album has yet to be announced.

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