I am a child but I have to think and act like a woman, this business forces you to.
Meaning of the quote
Rihanna is saying that even though she is still a young person, her job in the music business makes her have to be mature and act like an adult woman, not a child. The demands of her work mean she doesn't get to be a kid anymore, and has to think and behave in more grown-up ways.
About Rihanna
Rihanna is a Barbadian singer, businesswoman, and actress who has become one of the best-selling musical artists of all time. With a net worth of $1.4 billion, she is the wealthiest female musical artist and has achieved numerous accolades, including 14 number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100 and being the highest-certified female digital single artist.
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