Grace Jones and Rihanna
Grace Jones, model, actress and singer, was among the first to boldly experiment with taboo looks and sounds. The model turned singer publicly expressed her sexuality and was no stranger to racy outfits and editorial spreads. Jones, who sang “My Jamaican Guy,” has a two-and-a-half octave range, and she is a trendsetter in the fashion realm. Rihanna, also a West Indian-born international sensation, has led a similar career to Jones’ in her unapologetic image and content. The pop star says what she wants, never minding the controversy to follow, and she’s a fashion favorite among elite designers. Rihanna has paid homage to Grace Jones and even mirrored one of Jones’ costumes in a 2010 performance.