Jay-Z wants Rihanna be the sexy face and body of a new burlesque nightclub chain.

The 'Rude Boy' singer's mentor thinks the sexy venture would be perfect for her because she is so well known for her curvaceous body and racy stage outfits.

A source told the Daily Star newspaper: 'All the top people think she's smoking hot. They're desperate to make her the face and body of a new burlesque club. Jay sees it as a great business opportunity.'

Rihanna's style has already inspired one fellow pop star - her new friend Pixie Lott.

The pair have become inseparable as Pixie supports Rihanna on the European leg of her 'Last Girl on Earth' tour, and have been swapping fashion tips backstage some of which Pixie wants to incorporate into her Lipsy fashion range.

A source told the Daily Mirror newspaper: 'All Pixie and Rihanna talk about backstage is fashion. Pixie loves Rihanna's style and would love to incorporate it into her designs.'

Rihanna is set for a busy year, with a book deal in the pipeline and a new fragrance, Route 22, scheduled to come out in the summer.