First let's get something straight: "Getting thick" is not an insult. I repeat, "getting thick" is NOT an insult.
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So don't even go there.
Here are some examples of how someone might respond if told they were getting thick:
Best friend: "Girl, you getting thick?! Me:
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For some cultures, it's a compliment used to celebrate a woman's curves, and that's exactly what we're doing here!
Besides blessing us with her continuous fashion slays, fans have noticed a slight change in Rihanna's appearance lately: She's looking thicker than a snicker!
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And here's another view of Thickanna, because these thighs deserve appreciation from every angle:
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And I didn't make that nickname Thickanna up, either. Fans of the Bajan beauty decided this look needed a title, whenever she snuck up on us.
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Like here.
And let's not forget every damn time Rihanna shows out at the Kadooment Day Parade:
Don't believe the love for Thickanna is real? Check this out:
Do it for the culture, sis!
rihanna got thick again which means I have to get thick... for the culture
Yup.
I'm here for this thick Rihanna. that late 20's weight look good on her
If Rihanna can do it, so can we!
Rihanna getting thick so I know there's faith for me.
I second that.
Rihanna gettin thick and I'm loving every bit of this!!! ๐๐๐๐๐ https://t.co/k29f1iLdMU
"I don't think you're ready for this jelly."
thick Rihanna will literally be the death of me
Brace yourselves.
Yass Thickanna in full effect ๐๐ค
She can do no wrong.
i'm here for thick rihanna, goth rihanna, skinny rihanna i don't give a damn https://t.co/GhaT9WyVc5
My feelings exactly:
when i see Rihanna with a lil gut
Sweet memories:
thickanna was a time to be alive
Aren't we all Joe?
100 % down with the thick Rihanna movement.
"Love" is an understatement.
rihanna is THICK. I love it.
We don't know what she's been up to lately, but we see you, boo!
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