In a heartwarming and fun interaction, Rihanna recently showed off her newly acquired Yoruba skills, leaving fans thrilled. During a Fenty Beauty event, the global superstar was taught the Yoruba phrase “Mo wa pa,” meaning “I’m doing well,” by Nigerian makeup artist Damilola Adejonwo, also known as SenorFenty.
The artist shared on Instagram that he told Rihanna she had to learn some Yoruba, and she quickly picked up the phrase, enthusiastically repeating it throughout their time together.
This light-hearted moment between the makeup artist and Rihanna quickly went viral, sparking mixed reactions from fans online.
While many praised her efforts in learning the language, some had humorous critiques of the interaction, teasing the makeup artist for his behavior during the video. One fan jokingly remarked, “Rihanna is clearly from Naija!”—a nod to how warmly she embraced the phrase.
This unexpected cultural exchange has further endeared Rihanna to her Nigerian fanbase, showing how much of a global icon she truly is. It’s not every day you see a superstar learning and enjoying a new language, especially one as expressive as Yoruba.
