
RITADAKOTA
Composer and songwriter with over 1B+ global streams and international industry recognition, working across recorded music, live performance, and media.
INDUSTRY RECOGNITION
Rita Dakota's combined body of work — including her solo releases and songs written for other artists — has surpassed 1 billion total streams across digital platforms.
Rita is the author of multiple hit records performed by A-list artists in Russia and Ukraine, including commercially successful releases that reached top chart positions and received heavy national radio rotation.
In 2016, she co-wrote the hit single "Tvoi Glaza" performed by LOBODA — one of the most commercially successful songs in modern Russian-language pop music.
As of February 2026:
- The official music video has exceeded 225 million views on YouTube Music
- The video surpassed 100 million views in January 2018
- The track became the most rotated song in the CIS region in 2017 according to TopHit, with over 875,000 radio spins
Beyond her songwriting for other artists, Rita maintains an active solo catalog.
Within her solo career, her music consistently generates over 1 million combined monthly streams across digital platforms (Apple Music, Yandex Music, VK, Spotify).
When combining her solo releases and her songwriting placements for other performers, the total digital consumption of her catalog exceeds 1 billion streams.
In 2019, Rita Dakota was included in Forbes Russia's Top-15 ranking of the country's most commercially successful digital creators.
According to Forbes.ru, her officially reported annual income at the time was approximately $480,000.
The ranking reflected both her musical career and her strong digital presence, recognizing her as one of the most in-demand and commercially viable public figures in the Russian media landscape during that period.
Rita Dakota was selected as a member of the team led by Grammy Award-winning producer Walter Afanasieff on the large-scale televised music competition project "Main Stage."
Walter Afanasieff is internationally recognized for producing and writing global hits including "My Heart Will Go On" (Celine Dion), "Hero" and "All I Want for Christmas Is You" (Mariah Carey), as well as numerous multi-platinum releases for major international artists.
Participation in his team provided Rita with direct exposure to international production standards, high-level vocal direction, and global pop songwriting methodology.
This collaboration reflects her commitment to professional development within internationally recognized production environments.
Rita Dakota is the songwriter behind songs featured in major television music formats, including national editions of X-Factor and The Voice, as well as entries selected for the Junior Eurovision Song Contest (2016–2017).
Her work has been performed by artists representing Russia and Belarus, expanding her authorship beyond her solo career into televised competition platforms and international broadcast formats.
1B+ GLOBAL STREAMS
Multi-platform streaming dominance verified by industry leaders. Over one billion streams across major digital platforms.
YouTube
Official Music Videos & Content
Total Streams
Spotify
Global Streaming Platform
Total Streams
Apple Music
iTunes & Apple Music Combined
Total Streams
VK Music
Russian Social Platform
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Combined Multi-Platform Streams
Verified by Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and major streaming platforms. Representing global reach and sustained audience engagement across digital music ecosystems.
SELECTED FILM & TV PLACEMENTS
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
A legacy of excellence spanning songwriting, performance, and global institutional recognition
Song of the Year Award
Awarded for the composition "Tvoi Glaza" performed by Svetlana Loboda. The song became one of the most impactful releases of the year and received major national recognition.
Read press coverageCreative Breakthrough
Winner of the "Creative Breakthrough" nomination at the annual Breakthrough of the Year 2019 awards organized by Moda Topical magazine.
Read media coverageRU.TV Award – Internet Singer
Winner of the "Internet Singer" nomination at the 9th RU.TV Awards (2019), recognizing outstanding success and influence in the digital space.
Official coveragePEOPLETALK Honest Award – Performer of the Year (Nominee)
Nominated for "Performer of the Year" at the PEOPLETALK Honest Award 2018, a reader-voted national recognition highlighting leading female artists of the year.
Official coverageMODA Topical – Breakthrough of the Year Ceremony
Participated in the 10th annual "Breakthrough of the Year 2019" awards by MODA Topical in Moscow, where she performed live and was recognized among the evening's featured artists and guests.
Official coverageLF City Awards – Contribution to the Music Industry (Winner)
Received the LF City Awards 2016 honor for contribution to the music industry, recognizing her impact and professional achievements.
Official coverageZHARA Music Awards — Nominee
Nominated at the ZHARA Music Awards 2019 (Zhara TV) for the song "Tsunami." The nomination recognized the track's commercial success and strong audience engagement.
Official coverageOK! Magazine Awards — Nominee
Nominated at the OK! Magazine Awards 2020, recognizing influence and impact in entertainment and media.
Official coverageCOVER FEATURES
Magazine cover appearances showcasing Rita Dakota's influence in fashion and entertainment media
Cosmopolitan

TopBeauty

OK!

HELLO!

MAXIM

HELLO!

TOP BEAUTY

Mother & Child

Domashniy Ochag

MODA TOPICAL
RITA DAKOTA — SOLO MUSIC VIDEOS
Official releases as a performing artist.

Polcheloveka
9.3M views

New Lines
6.7M views

Matches
5.4M views

Boyus Chto Da
4.8M views

Electricity
3.8M views

Mantra
3.7M views

Who
2.8M views

Shoot
2.6M views

Shirt
2.1M views

Pencil
1.9M views

Don't Know How to Love
1.4M views

You Endure
1.3M views

Burning Eyes
1.3M views

Armageddon
1.3M views

Lift
1.0M views

Sat Nam
629K views
Solo Artist Streaming Impact
Rita Dakota — Independent Artist Digital Reach
Global digital performance of Rita Dakota as a solo singer-songwriter and recording artist. All metrics reflect her own releases, not external songwriting placements.
Estimated cumulative listener reach across Yandex Music, Apple Music, Spotify, and VK Music since 2015. Represents Rita Dakota's solo catalog as a performing artist.




Chart Achievements
Selected chart milestones and #1 placements of Rita Dakota's solo releases.

#1 Top Albums
Sat Nam - EP

#1 Top Albums
Стаи китов

#1 Top Songs
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#1 Top Songs
Не умеешь любить

#1 Top Albums
Sat Nam - EP

#1 Top Albums
Sat Nam - EP

#1 Top Albums
Стаи китов

#1 Top Songs
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#1 Top Songs
Не умеешь любить

#1 Top Albums
Sat Nam - EP
Digital Presence
Rita Dakota as a verified solo artist and digital creator.
Social Media Presence
Visual highlights from Instagram and TikTok.
Philanthropy
Total contributed (personal + community)
$350,000+
Long-term giving since the early years of her solo career
Estimate based on documented donations and community fundraising
Rita Dakota actively supports long-term social initiatives focused on rehabilitation, family restoration, and humanitarian aid.
Her work combines personal contributions, community-driven fundraising, and ongoing media support.
Addiction rehabilitation & family recovery
Support for single mothers and pregnant women in crisis
Aid for elderly people
Support for orphanages and children in need
Instead of gifts or flowers, fans regularly organize collective donations directed to these causes.
Brand Collaborations & Campaigns
Premium partnerships with global leaders in beauty, fashion, and lifestyle

JBL
Rita Dakota served as the face of JBL in a national campaign, representing the brand's sound culture and lifestyle positioning.
Tezenis
Featured as the face of Tezenis campaigns, representing femininity, confidence, and modern style across digital and retail platforms.
MAC Cosmetics
Selected as the face of a MAC Cosmetics campaign, highlighting bold individuality and beauty expression.
PUMA
PUMA sponsored the music video "Boyus Chto Da", featuring visible brand integration within the creative concept.

Tёma Baby Food
Represented Tёma in a family-oriented advertising campaign, reinforcing authenticity and motherhood values.

Smashbox Cosmetics
Collaborated with Smashbox in a beauty campaign focused on professional makeup and modern female empowerment.

H2O Cosmetics
Featured in a skincare campaign emphasizing natural beauty and self-care philosophy.












