Smooth, Sexy, Soulful & In Your Face!!!!, is how you'd describe this singer with a warm blazing voice that weaves emotional phrasing into melodic strands of song. Mixing the powerful vocals of Betty Wright with the distinctive delivery of Mary J Blige, along with her own undeniable sensuality. Rika-Rai gives way to honest emotions and passionate sentiment with every song she sings.

Music comes naturally to Rika-Rai, a native of West Covina, who began singing at the tender age of 2 and writing her own material at age 12. "I thank God for my gifts. It is amazing how many souls can be touched by Music" She has been influenced by artists such as Dionne Warwick, Prince, Stevie Wonder and Phyllis Hyman. Her own style emerged when she began singing professionally during her high school years.

Rika-Rai has been described as one of the biggest and brightest stars to emerge on the R&B scene. Her debut album titled "Diary Of A Diva: is a collection of stories that blend real life experiences and rhythm into a truthtelling musical vehicle. Each song feels sos familiar you can step into them, walk around them and more than likely occupy them as your own.

Although singing is in fact Rika-Rai's first love . . . "Don't let the smooth voice fool ya." This fountain of talent has also starred in various musicals and plays. She demonstartes her tremendous gifts in dance and acting, as well as collaborating wiith artists such as Dyan Cannon, Barry Manilow, Le Carol and The Emotions.

This in NO one hit wonder!!!