Rihanna for Elle Magazine

The July cover of Elle Magazine has been revealed. It is the sexiest and boldest rock star, Rihanna, who came back with her newest album "Rated R."

Rihanna explains that she wanted to capture the strength and fearlessness but still femininity in the pictures of Rated R. The album art represents:

"A strong woman who can be vulnerable. Every woman is made up of vulnerablity and strength, no matter what race you are, no matter what you've been through in your life. Every woman has that strength that is undeniable."

To give you more of a sneak peak on the new issue of Elle magazine, Rihanna mentions her new boyfriend, Matt Kemp, and also finally opens up about Chris Brown and what happened nearly a year ago. It seems like a great issue filled with great news and stunning photos of Rihanna. The issue will be out on newsstands soon so make sure to pick up a copy!

-SB

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