Review
Bebe Rexha emerges from the collaborative shadows to cast her own glittering light with "Expectations," her first solo venture into the album world. Released in the balmy days of summer 2018, this eclectic mix of pop anthems, country twangs, and electronic beats signifies Rexha's full-fledged leap into the musical mosaic that defines her artistry. Catchy choruses? Check. Emotion-loaded verse? Double-check. With "Expectations," Rexha is like the cool aunt at the family BBQ who doesn’t just bring a salad; she brings the entire dessert table—complete with a spinning cake stand of melodious treats.
The album does more than just dip its toes into the thematic pool of love woes and the quest for self-acceptance; it dives in headfirst with the buoyant success of its lead single, “I’m a Mess.” Keep in mind, while the album might sometimes waltz dangerously close to the edge of lyrical predictability, Rexha’s delivery lunges to catch it every time, pulling it back with the robust safety net of her vocal range. Critics have given nods to her sound, even if with a nudge about originality in some tracks. With a debut at a lucky number thirteen on the Billboard 200, it seems that Bebe Rexha’s "Expectations" left listeners wanting more and wondering, what's next? - Chloe
Artist Bio
Bebe Rexha is a singer and songwriter from Brooklyn, New York, known for working in pop, EDM, and occasionally country music. She started out writing songs for other artists in the early 2010s, co-writing hits like Eminem and Rihanna's "The Monster," before launching her solo career with Warner Records. Rexha hit mainstream success with tracks like "Meant to Be" featuring Florida Georgia Line and teamed up with David Guetta for the TikTok viral track "I'm Good (Blue)" in 2022. Her collaborations span genres and artists, including Dolly Parton and Snoop Dogg on her 2023 album Bebe, and she's picked up certifications like platinum status for her debut album Expectations. Fans of Ava Max, Rita Ora, or Halsey might find her sound appealing.
