Everyone is feeling tense while awaiting the results of the presidential election, even Rihanna. While anxiety is normal, RiRi, forever the voice of reason, is reminding Americans to be patient. (Still no album, though — we've been patient about that.)

If we look at things differently, surely the delay in results is a good thing? With record-breaking voter turnout, as well as a large amount of mail-in ballots, it's not surprising that tallying votes is taking a bit longer. And Rihanna says democracy shouldn't be rushed.

In a simple tweet, with a good amount of clapping emojis for emphasis, she said it all: "Count every vote, we'll wait."

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