We felt the heat from all the way overseas!

Rihanna, we’re used to seeing you looking hot for a performance, but your latest outfit — a tight black top with striped black leggings — was among your hottest ensembles. You rocked the Abu Dhabi stage Dec. 31 and showed the United Arab Emirates what being Rated R is all about!

In the days leading up to the concert, rumors began circulating that Rihanna was asked to cover herself up more than usual for the conservative audience. But a rep for Flash, the group that organized Rihanna’s show, denied those rumors completely. “Rihanna is bringing an incredible new stage show to the capital,” the rep said, “and there’s no doubt the event will be fantastic; an ideal way to celebrate the beginning of a new decade.”

We have to agree! A hot performance from Rihanna was the perfect way to enter 2010. Rihanna, we can’t wait to see what you’ve got in store for us this decade!

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