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Bebe Rexha (/ˈbiːbi ˈrɛksə/ BEE-bee REK-sə, Albanian: [ˈblɛta ˈɾɛdʒa];[3][4] born Bleta Rexha, August 30, 1989) is an American singer and songwriter.[5] She began her mainstream recording career as a vocalist for the pop band Black Cards in 2010, during and after which was credited with co-writing releases for other artists—such as Eminem's Grammy Award-winning single "The Monster".[6][7][8][9][10] She signed with Warner Records to release her debut extended play (EP), I Don't Wanna Grow Up (2015), which failed to chart domestically, but spawned the moderate international hit "I'm Gonna Show You Crazy".

Rexha released two additional EPs in 2017: All Your Fault: Pt. 1 and All Your Fault: Pt. 2, both of which spawned the singles "I Got You" and "The Way I Are (Dance with Somebody)" (featuring Lil Wayne). Rexha saw further success with her collaborations such as "Hey Mama" (with David Guetta, Nicki Minaj and Afrojack), "Me, Myself & I" (with G-Eazy), "In the Name of Love" (with Martin Garrix), and "Meant to Be" (featuring Florida Georgia Line)—the latter peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was nominated for Best Country Duo/Group Performance at the 61st Grammy Awards. Rexha's debut studio album, Expectations (2018), peaked at number 13 on the Billboard 200 and yielded her a nomination for Best New Artist that same year.[11][12][13] Her second and third albums, Better Mistakes (2021) and Bebe (2023), both entered the Billboard 200—the latter included the single "I'm Good (Blue)" (with David Guetta), which peaked at number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped the charts in twenty-two countries.[11]

Early life

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Bleta Rexha was born on August 30, 1989, in Brooklyn, New York City to Albanian parents from North Macedonia.[14][15][16] Her father, Flamur Rexha, was born in Debar, North Macedonia when it was part of Yugoslavia and emigrated to the U.S. at the age of 21.[15] Her mother, Bukurije, was born in the United States to an Albanian family with roots in Gostivar which is northeast of Debar and separated by Mavrovo National Park.[15][17][18] In the Albanian language, bletë means "bee". She said, "My parents are Albanian, and people started calling me 'Bebe' for short."[6] She and her family moved to nearby Staten Island when she was six.[19] Rexha has a brother named Florent.[20][21][22][23]

Rexha initially taught herself trumpet and later taught herself to play guitar and piano.[24] She attended Tottenville High School in Staten Island. Rexha sang in the choir there and took part in a variety of musicals.[25][9][18][24] While in high school choir, she discovered that she is a coloratura soprano.[26][27]

As a teenager, she submitted a song to be performed at the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences' annual "Grammy Career Day" event. Rexha earned the "Best Teen Songwriter" award; about 700 were in the competition.[19][28][29] As a result, she signed a contract with talent scout Samantha Cox, who encouraged her to enroll in songwriting classes in Manhattan.[30][31]

Career

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See also: List of awards and nominations received by Bebe Rexha

2010–2016: Career beginnings

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Rexha with Pete Wentz in 2011

Rexha had a shortlived deal with Island Def, which they canceled. In 2010, she met Fall Out Boy's bassist Pete Wentz and began working with him at a recording studio in New York City.[24][32] She became a member and a lead vocalist of Wentz's new experimental project called Black Cards. The band played a variety of live shows and released several singles and remixes. However, in January 2012, Wentz announced that Rexha had left the band to pursue other endeavors.[33] Bebe Rexha was awarded the Abe Olman Scholarship for her contributions as a songwriter later that year.[34][35]

In 2013, Rexha signed with Warner Bros. Records as a solo artist.[36] On March 21, 2014, Rexha released her debut single, "I Can't Stop Drinking About You".[37] The song peaked at number 22 on the US Top Heatseekers chart,[38] while a music video was released on August 12, 2014.[39] On May 12, 2015, she released her debut EP, I Don't Wanna Grow Up, through Warner Bros. Records.[40] In March 2016, Rexha released her single, called "No Broken Hearts" featuring Nicki Minaj.[31][41] In April 2016, the music video was released, directed by Dave Meyer.[42]

Rexha performing in 2016

2016–2017: All Your Fault series

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Main articles: All Your Fault: Pt. 1 and All Your Fault: Pt. 2

On October 28, 2016, Rexha released "I Got You", which peaked at number 43 on the US Billboard Hot 100,[43] and at number 17 on the US Pop Songs chart.[44] The music video was released on January 6, 2017.[45] Direction changed from a full studio album to a multi EP project and "No Broken Hearts" was scrapped, making "I Got You" the first and only single from All Your Fault: Pt. 1, released on February 17, 2017. The EP peaked at number 51 on the Billboard 200.[46] In March 2017 in Dallas, Rexha began her first solo headlining tour, promoting the EP across North America and Europe, named the All Your Fault Tour, with a total of 29 dates.[47]

On November 6, 2016, Rexha hosted the 2016 MTV Europe Music Awards, at Rotterdam, Netherlands and performed multiple songs throughout the night, such as her single, "I Got You".[48]

In May 2017, Bebe Rexha: The Ride, a documentary which explores the moments which changed Rexha's life and journey to stardom, aired on MTV.[49]

On July 21, 2017, One Direction member Louis Tomlinson released the single "Back to You", with Rexha and Digital Farm Animals as featured artists. The song peaked at number 40 on the Billboard Hot 100.

"The Way I Are (Dance with Somebody)" featuring Lil Wayne was released as the first single from All Your Fault: Pt. 2 on May 19, 2017.[50] On June 12, Rexha performed the song at the Ubisoft E3 press conference, before announcing Just Dance 2018, on which the song appears.[51] The second EP as part of the project was released on August 11, 2017. In support of the EP and American singer and songwriter Marc E. Bassy's debut album, Rexha planned to go on a co-headlining tour across the United States: the Bebe & Bassy Tour, in October 2017. The tour was short-lived due to an infection putting Rexha on strict vocal rest, with Marc E. Bassy eventually going on a solo US tour in March 2018.[52][53]

On October 24, 2017, "Meant to Be" with Florida Georgia Line was released as the second single from All Your Fault: Pt. 2, with the music video premiering a day earlier.[54][55] The song peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100[56] and spent fifty weeks at number 1 on the US Hot Country Songs chart,[57] breaking the record previously held by "Body Like a Back Road" by Sam Hunt.

2017–2019: Expectations

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Main article: Expectations (Bebe Rexha album)

In September 2017, Rexha began teasing new songs for a third installment in the All Your Fault series, with her manager going on record about its release.[58] However, it appeared plans had changed, as Bebe revealed through a tweet in November 2017 that her next project would be called Expectations.[59] Rexha revealed the cover art for this debut studio album on April 8, 2018, and the album was released on June 22, 2018.[60] Previous singles from All Your Fault, "I Got You" and "Meant to Be" appear on Expectations as well.

On April 13, 2018, "Ferrari" and "2 Souls on Fire", the latter of which features Quavo of Migos, were released as promotional singles along with the pre-order.[61] On June 15, 2018, "I'm a Mess" was released as the first single from the album.[62] On November 20, 2018, "Say My Name" was released which featured David Guetta and J Balvin.[63] In December 2018, Rexha was nominated for Best New Artist at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards.[64]

On January 26, 2019, Rexha performed the songs “Me, Myself & I” and “Meant to Be” on stage at the SAP Center in San Jose, California as part of the festivities for the 2019 National Hockey League All-Star Game.[65] On February 15, 2019, Rexha released her single "Last Hurrah".[66] Later that month, it was announced that she would serve as the fifth coach for The Voice's Comeback Stage for season 16.[67] Rexha tweeted in April 2019 that she has twelve songs ready for her second studio album, and that her new music is inspired by Britney Spears.[68] On May 1, 2019, it was announced that Rexha will be one of the opening acts of the Jonas Brothers' Happiness Begins Tour.[69] On May 31, Rexha and the Chainsmokers released "Call You Mine".[70] The song is the Chainsmokers' third project using Rexha's voice, following their remixes of "Take Me Home" by production trio Cash Cash, and her debut solo single, "I Can't Stop Drinking About You".[citation needed]

2019–2021: Better Mistakes

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Rexha gave further information on her second studio album in June 2019, confirming to Bang Showbiz, "I am heading off to the studio now and I am just creating, creating and creating." She further revealed a feminist theme to the new music, stating that "everything I have been writing now is very empowering and in-your-face and I am really excited about it."[71] In July 2019, Rexha tweeted that she had a song called "Mama".[72] In January 2020, Rexha confirmed in an interview with Ryan Seacrest on the red carpet of the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards that the album is inspired by her mental health journey, and that she "[has] a tracklisting and it's really exciting. I'm about to pick my next single... either a slower one or an up-tempo one."[73] On October 9, 2020, she released "Baby, I'm Jealous" featuring Doja Cat.[74][better source needed] Rexha confirmed in an interview in October 2020 that the album would be a visual album.[75]

On March 5, 2021, Rexha released her new single "Sacrifice", with the music video premiering later that day.[76] In March 2021, she released an accessory line with Puma titled "Bebe X Puma", which is sold exclusively in Deichmann stores in Europe.[citation needed] On April 14, 2021, she announced that her second album Better Mistakes was scheduled for release on May 7, 2021.[77][better source needed] On May 7, she released her second studio album Better Mistakes, along with a music video for "Break My Heart Myself". The album debuted at #140 on the US Billboard 200.[78]

On October 25, 2021, Rexha announced she would feature on "Family" by David Guetta featuring Ty Dolla Sign and A Boogie wit da Hoodie. On November 19, Masked Wolf released a remix of "Sabotage" titled, "It's You, Not Me".[citation needed]

2022–present: Bebe

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Rexha performing in 2023

In August 2022, a remix of Eiffel 65's song "Blue (Da Ba Dee)", titled "I'm Good (Blue)", by David Guetta with vocals from Rexha was released after it went viral on TikTok.[79]

On February 17, 2023, Rexha released the music video for "Heart Wants What It Wants", the lead single from her third studio album, Bebe. The album was released on April 28, 2023, and also includes second single, "Call on Me", released on March 31, 2023, as well as "I'm Good (Blue)". The album features appearances from Dolly Parton and Snoop Dogg. Rexha has described the album as being inspired by 1970s retro style.[80] The album's third single, "Satellite" featuring Snoop Dogg, was released on April 20, 2023, accompanied by an animated music video uploaded on Rexha's YouTube channel. Bebe was released on April 28, 2023 through Warner Records. At a June 2023 concert, a New Jersey man assaulted Rexha by throwing a cell phone at her head from the audience; she had a black eye and required stitches for her injuries.[81] The man was quickly identified and arrested for assault and battery. Under interrogation, the assailant admitted to the act, saying that he figured it would make for a funny prank. Pending a hearing set for July 31, 2023, Rexha got a restraining order against him.[82]

On June 1, 2024, at a concert in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Rexha had multiple attendees removed by police for throwing items at her.[83][84][better source needed] In late June 2024, Rexha headlined Pride in London in Trafalgar Square to a crowd of over 20,000 people.[85]

On 25 April 2025, Rexha was featured on English dance group Faithless's single "Dollars and Dimes".[86][87]

Collaborations

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In 2013, Rexha signed a publishing deal with BMG and started to collaborate with others.[36][88] This enabled her to regularly co-write with established arists, including Selena Gomez's "Like a Champion" and Nikki Williams's "Glowing".[8] She also co-wrote Eminem's and Rihanna's "The Monster", which was released as the fourth single from Eminem's album The Marshall Mathers LP 2. The song topped the US Billboard Hot 100 and the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart winning a Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Performance at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony.[89] In 2014, Rexha also wrote and was featured on Cash Cash's single "Take Me Home", which peaked highly in Australia and the United Kingdom.[36][37]

In November 2014, Rexha was featured on rapper Pitbull's song "This Is Not a Drill".[90] She also co-wrote and was featured on David Guetta's single "Hey Mama", alongside Nicki Minaj and Afrojack.[8] The song peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100.[40][91]

In January 2015, Rexha co-wrote and was featured on G-Eazy's "Me, Myself & I". The song peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100[92] and at number 1 on the US pop chart.[93][94] On July 29, 2016, Rexha and Dutch DJ and record producer Martin Garrix released their single, "In the Name of Love". It peaked at number 24 on the US Billboard Hot 100, at number 4 on US Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart and entered the Top 10 in several countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Italy, and New Zealand. The music video was released on August 23, 2016, on Martin Garrix's YouTube channel.[95]

Artistry

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Described as a "pop chameleon",[96] Rexha is known for a variety of genres, primarily pop.[97][98][99] Her first songwriting credit was a K-pop song for Shinee, the title song from the album Lucifer,[100] and since then she has released music in the hip hop,[99][101] alternative rock,[99] R&B,[101] country,[99][101] rock,[101] dance[101] and electronic music[101] genres.

She was mainly influenced by Lauryn Hill.[102][103] Rexha was also influenced by other artists such as the Cranberries, Bob Marley, Kanye West, Madonna, Christina Aguilera, Blondie, Pink, Alanis Morissette, Avril Lavigne, Coldplay,[37][104][105][106] Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, The Chicks, Shania Twain, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and Carrie Underwood.[107][better source needed]

Personal life

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Rexha is a vocal supporter of the LGBTQ+ community;[108] she says her sexuality is "fluid".[109] In 2019, she revealed that she has bipolar disorder.[110] In 2023, she was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome.[111]

Rexha has opened up about being sexually harassed in various accounts. In September 2019, during an interview with Cosmopolitan, she described how she felt like she "was going to get raped" during one encounter with an unnamed producer in Los Angeles. "He's really famous," Rexha told the publication, before adding that her former managers pressured her to work with him because she "need[ed] a hit song."[112][113]

Rexha began dating cinematographer Keyan Safyari in 2020. The singer announced their break-up in July 2023.[114][115]

In July 2023, Rexha appeared on Celebrity Family Feud with her family; they competed against Nikki Glaser and Glaser's family.[116][better source needed]

In June 2024, Rexha, who was injured the previous year when she was struck by a phone thrown by a person in the crowd at a show in New York City, had multiple people removed from the audience during a concert in Wisconsin for throwing items in her direction. "If you want to hit me in the face, I had them press charges to the other guy. I would love to become richer," Rexha has stated about the incident. She later assured that she was making a "joke" and was "not inviting that" behavior.[117]

Rexha claimed in a social media post that she was subjected to a hate crime when she was due to board the Munich-based Lufthansa plane on August 17, 2024, until she spoke to a security agent in Albanian, resulting in her getting banned from the flight.[118][119]

Discography

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Main articles: Bebe Rexha discography and List of songs recorded by Bebe Rexha

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
2019 UglyDolls Tuesday Voice
2021 Queenpins Tempe Tina

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
2016 MTV Europe Music Awards[120] Host Event presented by MTV Networks Europe which awards prizes to musicians and performers
2017 Bebe Rexha: The Ride[121] Herself Documentary which explores the moments that changed Rexha's life
2017 Pitch Battle[122] Guest Judge Contest show which sees musical groups facing-off against each other, inspired by Pitch Perfect
2017 A Christmas Story Live![123] Performer A live musical television program inspired by the film of the same name and A Christmas Story: The Musical
2018 American Idol[124][125] Herself Contestant mentor and celebrity duet singer
2018 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Herself/Performer TV special
2019–2020 The Voice Herself Coach/advisor
2019 Celebrity Juice Panelist April 18, 2019
2020 Songland Herself Episode: "Bebe Rexha"
2020 RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Herself/Guest judge Season 5
Episode: "The Charles Family Backyard Ball"
2021 Legendary Guest Performer Season 2

Tours

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Headlining

Co-headlining

Opening act

See also

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References

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Bleta Rexha (born August 30, 1989), known professionally as Bebe Rexha, is an American singer and songwriter of Albanian descent. Initially gaining recognition as a songwriter for major artists including Eminem and Rihanna, she transitioned to a solo recording career in 2010 as the lead vocalist of the pop rock band Black Cards before pursuing independent releases. Her breakthrough came with the 2017 single "Meant to Be" featuring Florida Georgia Line, which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for three non-consecutive weeks and achieved multi-platinum certification. Rexha's debut studio album, Expectations (2018), peaked at number 13 on the Billboard 200 and garnered her a Grammy Award nomination for Best New Artist. Subsequent releases include the albums Better Mistakes (2021) and Bebe (2023), the latter featuring the global hit "I'm Good (Blue)" with David Guetta, alongside EPs such as All Your Fault: Pt. 1 and Pt. 2 (2017). Throughout her career, she has accumulated billions of streams and sales, though she has publicly criticized award institutions for overlooking her achievements despite high listenership, attributing it to politics and favoritism. Rexha has also been vocal about industry body-shaming, notably calling out designers who refused to dress her for the 2019 Grammy Awards citing her size.

Early life

Family background and heritage

Bleta Rexha, known professionally as Bebe Rexha, was born on August 30, 1989, in , New York, to ethnic Albanian parents Flamur Rexha and Bukurije Rexha. Her father, Flamur, originates from (Dibra), a predominantly Albanian region in western , which was part of at the time of his birth; he emigrated to the prior to her birth. Her mother, Bukurije (also known as Bukie), was born in the to Albanian parents hailing from the area, another Albanian-majority region in northwestern . Rexha's family heritage reflects the from the Balkan region, particularly from areas with significant ethnic Albanian populations under Yugoslav administration before the country's dissolution. Both parents maintained ties to their Albanian roots, with Rexha frequently visiting in her youth and expressing pride in her ancestry through public statements and cultural references in her work. This background instilled in her an appreciation for Albanian traditions, including and , which she has cited as influences on her identity despite growing up in New York City's diverse urban environment.

Education and early musical influences

Rexha attended in , New York, from which she graduated in 2007. During her time there, she sang in the school choir and starred in musical productions including Hello, Dolly! and Little Shop of Horrors. She received formal trumpet lessons as a child and subsequently taught herself guitar and . Following high school, Rexha applied to competitive music programs at institutions such as , , and but was not admitted to any. She instead pursued music independently without higher education. Early on, she developed an interest in , studying it with initial ambitions to train as an singer. Rexha's early musical influences encompassed a range of genres and artists; she has identified of the as a key inspiration, dubbing her the "Queen of R&B." She began composing original songs during her teenage years, laying the groundwork for her later songwriting career.

Career

2009–2014: Songwriting breakthroughs and group formations

In 2010, at age 20, Bebe Rexha joined Black Cards as lead vocalist after a chance studio meeting with Fall Out Boy bassist Pete Wentz, who formed the electronic band that July as his primary project amid Fall Out Boy's hiatus. The group blended electronic, ska, and alternative elements, releasing singles such as "Drifting" and performing opening slots for acts including Travie McCoy, which marked Rexha's entry into professional music circles. Black Cards disbanded in 2012 with Rexha's departure, after which she shifted focus to songwriting. Following her band experience, Rexha secured a publishing deal with BMG in 2013, enabling her to co-write tracks for established artists. That year, she contributed to Gomez's "Like a Champion" from the album and achieved her first major breakthrough with "The Monster," co-written for featuring , which topped the and sold over 11 million copies worldwide. These credits established her reputation in pop songwriting, leveraging her vocal demos to secure placements despite initial label rejections for solo pursuits.

2014–2016: Transition to solo performing and early releases

After departing from the band Black Cards in early 2012, Rexha focused on songwriting while pursuing a solo career, signing a recording contract with Warner Bros. Records in 2013. This deal facilitated her shift from collaborative group performances and behind-the-scenes writing to fronting her own material as a lead artist. Rexha released her debut solo single, "I Can't Stop Drinking About You", in early 2014, with the official premiering on August 12. She performed the track live at events such as in 2014, marking her initial solo stage appearances. The follow-up single, "I'm Gonna Show You Crazy", arrived on December 19, 2014, accompanied by a released on April 21, 2015. On May 12, , Rexha issued her debut , I Don't Wanna Grow Up, which included reworked versions of her early singles alongside new tracks like "Cry Wolf" and "So Quiet". The EP represented her first cohesive solo body of work, emphasizing pop and electronic influences. Throughout and into , she continued building visibility through live performances, including opening slots at major venues. The period culminated in the release of "I Got You" on October 28, 2016, as the from her upcoming EP All Your Fault: Pt. 1, which achieved greater commercial traction and solidified her solo presence.

2016–2018: All Your Fault EPs and rising visibility

In late 2016, Rexha released "I Got You" as the from her upcoming EP, marking a shift toward more personal pop-oriented material. The track, produced by , debuted at number 94 on the on January 21, 2017, and ultimately peaked at number 43, spending 11 weeks on the chart and establishing Rexha's presence as a solo charting . All Your Fault: Pt. 1 followed on February 17, 2017, comprising five tracks including "I Got You," "Small Doses," and "F.F.F." featuring . The EP debuted and peaked at number 51 on the , reflecting moderate commercial traction driven by streaming and the lead single's radio play. To promote it, Rexha embarked on the All Your Fault Tour, commencing March 1, 2017, in and spanning 21 dates across through March 31 in , where she performed EP material alongside earlier hits. The EP's successor, All Your Fault: Pt. 2, arrived on August 11, 2017, with six tracks such as "The Way I Are (Dance with Somebody)"—its lead single released May 19—and the collaboration "Meant to Be" with . While "The Way I Are" achieved niche dance chart success, "Meant to Be" propelled Rexha's visibility, entering the at number 61 in November 2017 and peaking at number 2 for multiple weeks, alongside a record 35-week reign at number 1 on . The EP itself peaked at number 33 on the . This crossover breakthrough, blending pop and country elements, expanded Rexha's audience, leading to a short-lived co-headlining Bebe & Bassy Tour in October 2017 and opening slots on larger productions like Katy Perry's Witness Tour in 2018.

2018–2020: Expectations album and commercial challenges

Rexha released her debut studio album, Expectations, on June 22, 2018, via Warner Bros. Records. The project featured collaborations with artists including Quavo and Florida Georgia Line, alongside production from Max Martin and Louis Biancaniello, and included tracks like "I'm a Mess" and "2 Souls on Fire." It debuted at number 13 on the US Billboard 200 chart, accumulating 24,000 album-equivalent units in its first week, with 10,000 units from pure album sales. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) certified the album gold on its release day for 500,000 equivalent units, reflecting strong initial streaming performance despite limited physical sales. The lead single, "I'm a Mess," was released on July 18, 2018, and peaked at number 35 on the , bolstered by performances such as at the 2018 . It achieved multi-platinum status by the RIAA, indicating sustained digital consumption. However, subsequent promotion faced hurdles, as the album's modest first-week sales highlighted difficulties in converting Rexha's established songwriting credits—such as the multi-week number-one country hit "Meant to Be"—into equivalent solo commercial dominance. In February 2019, Rexha issued "Last Hurrah" as a standalone single, intended to preview a follow-up album but marking a transitional release amid stalled momentum from Expectations. The track entered the Billboard Hot 100 at number 98 and received limited radio airplay, peaking outside the pop radio top 40. By January 2019, Expectations had amassed 604,000 equivalent units in the US, including 37,000 pure sales, yet the period underscored broader commercial challenges: underwhelming pure sales figures in a streaming era, where equivalent units masked slower traditional revenue growth, and delays in sequencing a sophomore project that extended into 2020. These factors contributed to perceptions of underperformance relative to Rexha's behind-the-scenes industry leverage, as her solo efforts struggled to match the viral or collaborative breakthroughs that defined her earlier visibility.

2020–2023: Better Mistakes, Bebe album, and hit collaborations

In October 2020, Rexha released the single "Baby, I'm Jealous" featuring , which debuted at number 58 on the Hot 100. The track, addressing themes of insecurity and comparison, served as the for her second studio , Better Mistakes, issued on May 7, 2021, via . The featured guest appearances from artists including , , Ty Dolla $ign, and , blending pop, R&B, and electronic elements. Preceding singles included "Sacrifice" on March 5, 2021, and "Sabotage" on April 16, 2021, both of which received remix treatments and modest airplay but limited mainstream chart success. Better Mistakes debuted at number 140 on the , marking Rexha's lowest-charting to date, with Rexha publicly expressing over the sales while affirming her dedication to authentic songwriting. The project faced challenges amid reduced promotion during ongoing pandemic restrictions, relying heavily on virtual performances and digital streaming. In September 2022, Rexha collaborated with on "I'm Good (Blue)", a track sampling Eiffel 65's "Blue (Da Ba Dee)" that topped charts in 12 countries including and , reached number one on the chart, and held the top spot on Billboard's Hot Dance/Electronic Songs for 55 weeks. The song's viral success, driven by its nostalgic hook and club appeal, earned a Grammy nomination for Best Dance Recording and propelled Rexha's visibility. "I'm Good (Blue)" was later included on Rexha's third studio album, the self-titled Bebe, released on April 28, 2023, via . The album debuted at number 132 on the , selling 10,000 units in its first week, buoyed by the collaboration's momentum. Lead single "" arrived on February 17, 2023, followed by "Call on Me" and "" featuring , emphasizing dance-oriented production and personal introspection. Additional 2023 collaborations included "One in a Million" with Guetta and "" with , extending Rexha's streak of electronic-pop hits.

2023–present: Label disputes, , and recent activities

In July 2024, Bebe Rexha publicly criticized the music industry via posts on X, stating she had been "undermined" and "silenced" by , her label since 2015, and threatening to expose significant portions of the industry due to accumulated frustrations over promotion, credit, and creative control. These outbursts highlighted ongoing disputes, including limited support for her projects despite songwriting successes for others. Tensions escalated amid reports of strained relations, culminating in her departure from after more than a decade. Prior to the split, Rexha signed with 724 Management in October 2024, represented by , Jesse Peters, and Cade Hudson, signaling a shift toward independent operations. On January 11, 2026, Rexha confirmed her departure from Warner Records and transition to independent status as an artist with EMPIRE, announcing a distribution deal that provides greater creative control and tagging EMPIRE and Ghazi Shami in her announcement. Post-label, Rexha pursued independence, releasing singles such as "Chase It (Mmm Da Da Da)" in 2024 and "Light That Leads Me" with Netsky on August 22, 2025, distributed via platforms like and without major label backing. She performed at events including the IntenCity Festival in 2025, featuring sets with hits like "Me, Myself & I" and "I'm Good (Blue)", and sang the U.S. at Game 2 of the 2025 on October 24, and is scheduled to perform “Last Christmas” from Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park for the 2025 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade on December 25, 2025. In May 2025, Rexha attended the , where criticism of her appearance prompted her to disclose a recent pregnancy loss linked to (PCOS) and challenges, emphasizing personal resilience amid public scrutiny. She has teased further developments for 2025 via , focusing on artistic evolution outside traditional label structures.

Songwriting and collaborations

Key songwriting credits for other artists

Rexha gained early recognition as a songwriter with her co-writing credit on "" by the South Korean group , released in 2010 as the title track from their second studio album Lucifer. The electronica-infused single charted for 57 weeks on the World Digital Song Sales chart, marking one of her initial forays into international pop. A breakthrough came in 2013 when she co-wrote "The Monster" for featuring , included on Eminem's eighth studio album . Originally developed as a demo titled "Monster Under My Bed" for Rexha's own project, the hip-hop track debuted at number one on the and won the Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration in 2015. That same year, Rexha co-wrote "Like a Champion" for Selena Gomez's debut solo album , infusing the track with reggae-dancehall elements. Though not released as a single, it contributed to the album's commercial performance, which debuted at number one on the 200. In 2016, she provided writing credits for "" by on the EP Digital Distortion, where her contributions shaped the song's hooks, and "Under You" by on his album , a sultry pop track co-written with producers including . Later credits include "Selfish" for Slayyyter's 2019 self-titled debut album, demonstrating Rexha's ongoing influence on emerging acts.

Notable collaborative projects

Bebe Rexha has participated in several high-profile collaborative recordings, often blending pop, EDM, and elements, which have contributed significantly to her chart success. Her 2017 duet "Meant to Be" with duo , released on October 6, debuted on the Expectations album and achieved crossover appeal, peaking at number two on the while topping the chart for a record 50 weeks—the longest reign in that chart's history since 1958. The track's enduring popularity was affirmed in 2025 when ranked it the top Hot Country Song of the to date. In the EDM sphere, Rexha's 2022 collaboration "I'm Good (Blue)" with marked another commercial peak, reaching number four on the and dominating the Dance/Electronic Songs chart for 37 weeks—the longest-running number one by a female artist on that ranking. Earlier, her 2016 single "In the Name of Love" with amassed over 1.9 billion YouTube plays, showcasing her in a context. Similarly, "" (2018) with Guetta and extended her footprint, while "" (2016) featuring emphasized resilient themes amid a mid-tempo production. Rexha's ventures into multi-artist features include "Hey Mama" (2015) with , , and , which highlighted her as a hook vocalist in a global dance hit, and "Take Me Home" (2014) with , an early EDM breakthrough that propelled her visibility in electronic music circles. More recent efforts, such as "Baby, I'm Jealous" (2020) with , reached number 58 on the Hot 100, addressing relational insecurities, and the 2024 release "My Oh My" with and , which infused disco influences into her collaborative repertoire. These projects underscore Rexha's versatility in partnering with established acts to amplify her presence beyond solo work.

Artistry

Musical style and influences

Rexha's musical style is rooted in pop, often blending , , and R&B elements with versatile forays into electronic, hip-hop, and through collaborations and songwriting. Her compositions emphasize catchy hooks, emotive melodies, and lyrics exploring personal themes like love, heartbreak, and self-empowerment, delivered with a focus on vocal dynamics honed from her range. Later works, such as her 2023 self-titled album, incorporate 1970s retro influences, evoking and soul-infused pop structures reminiscent of and , as Rexha described conducting a "deep dive" into the era despite her Albanian immigrant upbringing favoring traditional folk sounds. Rexha has named Lauryn Hill as her foremost influence, crediting the Fugees member's blend of R&B, hip-hop, and for shaping her songwriting ethos and dubbing Hill the "Queen of R&B." Additional inspirations include , , and the Fugees for their genre-crossing innovation; and for rhythmic vibrato and alternative edge; as well as , , and for emotional depth in rock and pop. Her early trumpet training and experience further inform melodic phrasing, while broader tastes extend to , , and 1970s icons, reflecting a synthesis of hip-hop rawness, pop accessibility, and .

Vocal technique and production approach

Bebe Rexha possesses a spanning from D3 to B5, enabling her to navigate both low registers and high belts effectively. Her technique emphasizes powerful breath control, which supports sustained long notes and forceful belting in upper registers, as demonstrated in tracks like "I'm a Mess" and live performances. Rexha incorporates to add emotional depth, twang for contemporary edge, and mixed voice transitions to contrast softer, conversational lower tones with dynamic power vocals. This approach allows for expressive delivery, blending raw power with nuanced phrasing, evident in her ability to maintain control during high-energy live sets. In production, Rexha adopts a collaborative yet hands-on method, often freestyling lyrics and melodies over beats provided by producers such as or before refining them in the studio. She contributes to vocal arrangements and sample treatments, prioritizing polished mixes that highlight her vocal strengths amid electronic and pop elements, as seen in collaborations like "In the Name of Love." Her process favors emotional authenticity, drawing from personal experiences to shape themes of and resilience, resulting in layered vocal productions that balance accessibility with intensity. This technique underscores her transition from songwriter to lead artist, where vocal prominence drives the sonic framework.

Evolution and self-perception

Rexha's artistry has evolved from her early focus on songwriting for established artists to a more performative and genre-blending solo career, incorporating elements of pop, rock, hip-hop, and electronic music. Initially recognized for penning hits like those for Rihanna and Eminem, she transitioned to foreground performance with releases such as the 2018 album Expectations, which fused guitar-driven sounds over 808 drums, reflecting a deliberate integration of personal influences and a departure from pure pop formulas. By her 2021 album Better Mistakes, developed over two-and-a-half to three years, Rexha emphasized raw emotional depth, drawing from rock influences including The Killers, Queen, and Nirvana to create tracks that blend explosive vocals with themes of self-sabotage and empowerment. This progression mirrors her shift toward authenticity, prioritizing lived experiences over commercial constraints, as seen in songs addressing mental health struggles post her bipolar diagnosis. In self-perception, Rexha views herself as an artist unbound by genre expectations, stating, "I don’t ever want to be in a box... doing what is honest and real." She regards songwriting as therapeutic, essential to her identity, and has described albums like Expectations as revealing "the artist I truly am," shaped by New York City's cultural melting pot and diverse musical inspirations from jazz to pop icons like Christina Aguilera. Her growth involves embracing imperfections, as articulated in reflections on Better Mistakes: "I'm just 100% myself. This is me with all my imperfections," following a period of self-acceptance amid anxiety, depression, and industry pressures on body image. Rexha measures success not by chart metrics but by personal health and happiness, crediting early pursuits—singing from age four and songwriting from her teens—for fostering resilience.

Personal life

Relationships and family planning

Bebe Rexha was in a relationship with Keyan Safyari from early 2020 until July 2023, when she confirmed their breakup during a concert in after sharing text messages alleging criticism of her . The couple had been public about their romance, with Rexha posting affectionate photos on prior to the split. In August 2024, Rexha was photographed vacationing in with a new partner, Simos Liakos, appearing affectionate in public settings. Rexha has no confirmed marriages or engagements as of October 2025. Prior to Safyari, she was linked to figures like DJ in 2016–2017 and producer , though these connections stemmed largely from professional collaborations and unverified rumors rather than sustained romantic involvement. Regarding , Rexha has openly discussed her diagnosis of (PCOS) since May 2023, noting its role in weight fluctuations and fertility challenges. In May 2025, amid body-shaming comments following her appearance, she revealed a recent pregnancy loss, stating she had conceived but the pregnancy did not progress, attributing ongoing struggles to PCOS-related . Rexha has expressed a desire for children but has not announced any successful pregnancies or births, with her medical condition complicating conception efforts.

Mental health struggles

In 2019, Bebe Rexha publicly disclosed her diagnosis of , stating on , "I'm bipolar and I'm not ashamed anymore," marking a pivotal moment in her advocacy for transparency. Bipolar I is characterized by manic episodes that elevate mood and energy to extreme highs, often alternating with depressive periods of profound low energy and sadness, as Rexha described experiencing both in her daily life. She first elaborated on the condition in a February 2020 Self magazine interview, noting that the diagnosis provided validation after years of misattributing her symptoms to anxiety or depression alone. Rexha has detailed the challenges of managing bipolar I, including intense manic phases that once led her to question her stability and depressive episodes that intensified feelings of isolation. She treats it through a combination of prescription medication and ongoing , emphasizing that while these interventions do not eliminate symptoms, they help maintain functionality amid career demands. In a People interview, she framed the disorder as "a part of me I am constantly dealing with," crediting it with influencing her album Better Mistakes, which thematically explores personal errors and emotional resilience derived from her experiences. Additionally, Rexha has spoken about co-occurring (PMDD), a severe form of exacerbated by hormonal fluctuations, which she linked to heightened bipolar symptoms, such as intensified mood swings before her . These struggles have informed her public persona as a advocate, where she encourages seeking professional help over , drawing from her own path to proper evaluation after initial reliance on unverified coping strategies. Despite these hurdles, Rexha maintains that her conditions do not define her artistic output or personal identity, viewing them as integrated aspects rather than limitations.

Cultural identity and heritage

Bebe Rexha, born Bleta Rexha on August 30, 1989, in , New York, is an ethnic Albanian whose parents immigrated from regions in what was then . Her father, Flamur Rexha, originates from (Dibra in Albanian), a town in present-day with a significant Albanian , while her mother, Bukurije Isai Rexha, was born in the United States to Albanian parents from . This heritage places her within the , where family ties to the remain strong despite her American upbringing. Rexha has publicly emphasized her Albanian identity, stating in 2019 that she speaks Albanian alongside English and expressing pride in her origins. She maintains connections to her roots through annual visits to Dibër, including a 2024 trip after 12 years, where she described the region—encompassing parts of , Macedonia, , and —as "all my ." In response to regional sensitivities, she affirmed, "I am deeply in love with my roots, proud to be Albanian and proud of every Albanian still living in these lands." Her name "Bleta," meaning "" in Albanian, reflects this cultural nomenclature. This identity manifests in public displays of solidarity, such as celebrating Albania's 2014 soccer victory over and performing in in 2018, where she anticipated a "blast" connecting with Albanian audiences. An incident in 2024, where she was temporarily barred from a flight after speaking Albanian to a security agent she presumed shared her heritage, underscored perceived vulnerabilities tied to her ethnic visibility. As part of a wave of Albanian-descended artists like and , Rexha represents a broader diasporic influence in global pop, often highlighting Albanian resilience amid historical migrations from conflict-prone areas.

Controversies and criticisms

Music industry disputes and frustrations

On July 2, 2024, Rexha publicly vented her frustrations with the music industry via a series of posts on , stating she had been "silenced," "punished," and "undermined" despite her contributions, and claiming she could "bring down a BIG chunk of this industry" if she revealed what she knew. She described feeling "hopeless" and "fed up," attributing her restraint to a desire for change rather than destruction, while emphasizing her long silence on mistreatment. These remarks followed years of perceived inadequate promotion for her solo work, despite co-writing hits for artists like and , which she contrasted with the industry's support for others. Rexha's tenure with , spanning over a decade since signing in 2013, culminated in her reported departure in January 2025 amid "strained relations" and "a series of bitter spats" with the label. She subsequently hired new management, framing the split as a "positive" development that allowed her to move forward independently. Prior tensions included delays in album releases and limited marketing resources, which Rexha had alluded to as evidence of being undervalued as a lead artist compared to her songwriting role. In a May 2021 Los Angeles Times interview, Rexha described the industry as "toxic," citing intense competition among female artists and a lack of genuine collaboration, which exacerbated her and sense of isolation. She has repeatedly highlighted systemic issues like favoritism toward established acts and punitive responses to artists who challenge norms, without naming specific executives in her public statements beyond the broader institutional critique. These disputes underscore Rexha's advocacy for transparency and reform, though she has not detailed legal actions or specific contractual breaches.

Public incidents and media backlash

On June 18, 2023, during a performance at The Rooftop at Pier 17 in , Bebe Rexha was struck in the face by a cell phone thrown from the audience, causing a and requiring stitches for a cut under her eye. The perpetrator, Nicolas Malvagna, aged 27, was arrested and charged with misdemeanor assault and harassment; he reportedly told police he aimed for her because he thought it "would be funny." Rexha was rushed offstage for medical attention, canceling a planned meet-and-greet, and later shared images of her injury on social media, expressing gratitude for fan support while condemning the act. In the following year, Rexha experienced similar threats at concerts, heightening her onstage vigilance. On June 2, 2024, at a show in , she halted the performance to eject a fan attempting to throw an object at her, referencing the prior phone incident and warning the crowd against such behavior. Days later, on July 7, 2024, during a performance in , she again confronted and had removed a concertgoer suspected of trying to hurl an item, threatening legal action and yelling "Get the f--- out" while emphasizing post her 2023 injury. These outbursts drew media coverage framing her responses as protective amid rising concerns over fan violence at live events, though some online commentary questioned the frequency of such attempts. Rexha publicly alleged ethnic discrimination in August 2024, claiming in tearful videos that a security agent at threatened and banned her from a flight for speaking Albanian on the phone, labeling it a "" tied to her Albanian heritage. She stated the agent singled her out aggressively, contrasting treatment of others, and demanded an apology from airport authorities, who had not publicly responded at the time. The incident sparked media debate on in travel, with supporters amplifying her account while skeptics noted the lack of independent verification beyond her videos. Rexha has repeatedly faced and rebutted body-shaming online, often escalating to public feuds that attract backlash. In February 2025, after a troll commented on her weight during an Instagram Live, she responded defiantly, stating she felt "stronger than ever" despite the criticism. At the Met Gala on May 5, 2025, criticism of her appearance intensified, prompting a clash with Azealia Banks, who mocked her figure; Rexha countered by revealing a recent pregnancy loss due to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and infertility struggles, decrying the scrutiny as exhausting. Media outlets covered the exchange as emblematic of celebrity body image pressures, though some responses accused Rexha of oversharing personal trauma for sympathy.

Responses to body shaming and personal attacks

In June 2023, Rexha publicly embraced her weight gain, attributing it to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and declared herself in her "fat era" while criticizing body shamers on social media. She explained that hormonal imbalances from PCOS led to the changes, rejecting pressure to conform to industry standards. In April 2023, Rexha expressed distress over a TikTok trend mocking her body, stating it left her feeling "discouraged" and highlighting the emotional toll of online scrutiny. By September 2023, she cited similar weight-based criticism as a factor in heightened anxiety, considering skipping the MTV Video Music Awards red carpet to avoid further commentary. Following the May 6, 2025, Met Gala, where Azealia Banks posted body-shaming remarks on X criticizing Rexha's appearance and weight, Rexha responded by revealing a recent pregnancy loss, stating she had carried the grief silently amid the attacks. She emphasized exhaustion from public commentary on her body, linking it to personal trauma rather than dismissing the criticism outright. Banks' unprompted critique escalated into an online feud, with Rexha defending her choices while attributing physical changes to health factors. On February 27, 2025, addressing a viral Instagram Live comment comparing her to "Marilyn Monroe after she ate Lizzo," Rexha affirmed she was "unbothered," acknowledging intentional weight gain for health reasons and rejecting negativity's impact. Regarding physical personal attacks, after a June 2023 New York concert where a fan threw a phone at her face, causing a black eye and stitches, Rexha shared images of her injury and described the incident as traumatic, later resuming performances with warnings like "no phones at my face." In June 2024, during a Green Bay show, she halted the performance to have multiple attendees escorted out for throwing objects onstage, citing her prior injury as justification for zero tolerance. Similarly, in July 2024 at a Norway concert, Rexha confronted and ejected a fan attempting to throw an item, yelling for them to "get the f--- out" and reinforcing boundaries against aggression. In August 2024, Rexha alleged a "" at , claiming a security agent threatened her for speaking Albanian, which left her in tears; she publicized the encounter on to highlight perceived ethnic targeting tied to her Albanian heritage.

Performances and media appearances

Concert tours and live performances

Bebe Rexha launched her first headlining , the All Your Fault Tour, on March 23, 2017, in Dallas, Texas, to promote her EP All Your Fault: Pt. 1. The tour consisted of 29 shows across and , concluding on May 18, 2017, in London, England, and featured performances of tracks like "Bad Bitch," "In the Name of Love," and "Me, Myself & I." In 2023, Rexha undertook her second headlining tour, the Best F*n Night of My Life Tour, which included 39 dates primarily in from May 31 to July 1, followed by European and Australian legs extending into November. The tour showcased songs from her album Bebe, such as "I'm Good (Blue)" and "I'm the Drama," alongside earlier hits, with typical setlists averaging 1 hour and 12 minutes. Performances emphasized high-energy production and fan interaction, as noted in reviews from venues like the in . Beyond headlining tours, Rexha has delivered notable live performances at major festivals and events. She performed at the Music and Arts Festival on April 21, 2024, in . Additional appearances include the in on August 10, 2024; BST Hyde Park in on July 13, 2024; and on May 24, 2024. These sets often featured a mix of her solo material and collaborations, maintaining consistent setlist staples like "In the Name of Love" and "Meant to Be."

Film and television roles

Rexha voiced the character Tuesday, a supportive doll in the animated musical film UglyDolls, released on May 3, 2019, which features a narrative about misfit dolls seeking acceptance in the "Perfect" world. The film, directed by , received mixed reviews for its messaging on but underperformed at the , grossing $32.5 million against a $45 million budget. In 2021, Rexha made her live-action film debut as Tempe Tina, an eccentric computer assisting protagonists in a counterfeit coupon scam, in the comedy , released on September 3 via Paramount+. Directed by Aron Gaudet and J. Cory McCarthy, the film stars and and earned a 48% critics' score on , praised for its humor but critiqued for uneven pacing. Rexha's role marked her transition from music to on-screen acting, with the character contributing to the heist elements through technical expertise. On television, Rexha appeared as the Opening Number Singer in the Fox live musical adaptation A Christmas Story Live!, broadcast on December 17, 2017, performing the opening sequence in the holiday special based on Jean Shepherd's stories. She also contributed to the Netflix anthology series We the People in 2021, providing voice work in educational segments on civic themes. These limited TV credits primarily involve performance rather than extended narrative roles, aligning with her primary career in music.

Discography

Studio albums

Rexha's debut studio album, Expectations, was released on June 22, 2018, by Warner Records. It debuted and peaked at number 13 on the US Billboard 200 chart, selling 24,000 album-equivalent units in its first week, including 10,000 pure album sales. By January 2019, the album had accumulated 604,000 units in the United States, with 37,000 in pure sales. The project featured singles such as "I'm a Mess" and "Ferrari," blending pop and R&B elements with contributions from producers like Jason Evigan. Her second studio album, , followed on May 7, 2021, also via . It entered the at number 140, marking her lowest-charting full-length release to date. The album included collaborations with artists like on the lead single "," which reached number 58 on the , as well as features from , , and Ty Dolla $ign. Rexha publicly expressed disappointment over the album's commercial underperformance despite strong sales during release week. Rexha's third studio album, Bebe, arrived on April 28, 2023, under . It debuted at number 132 on the with 10,000 units. Preceded by singles "," "Call on Me," and "Satellite" featuring , the album incorporated tracks like the global hit "I'm Good (Blue)" with . The self-titled release emphasized personal themes, drawing from Rexha's experiences, though it received limited critical analysis beyond fan and streaming metrics. As of October 2025, no fourth studio album has been released, with Rexha indicating ongoing work on a project tentatively titled BR4 but not yet finalized.

Extended plays and singles

Rexha released her debut extended play, I Don't Wanna Grow Up, on May 12, 2015, via Warner Bros. Records. The five-track project featured singles "I Can't Stop Drinking About You", released in 2014 as her first solo single, and "I'm Gonna Show You Crazy", which debuted with an official music video on April 21, 2015. In 2017, Rexha issued two follow-up extended plays under the All Your Fault series. All Your Fault: Pt. 1, released on February 17, contained five tracks, including "I Got You" and a collaboration with on "F.F.F.". All Your Fault: Pt. 2, released August 11, expanded with six tracks, featuring "The Way I Are (Dance with Somebody)" alongside and "That's It" with and . Rexha's singles discography spans collaborations and solo releases, with several achieving commercial success on the Hot 100. Early standalone singles included "No Broken Hearts" with in March 2016. Her 2017 collaboration "Meant to Be" with peaked at number 2 on the Hot 100, logging 52 weeks on the chart and topping 's list of the 21st century's biggest country hits as of June 2025. "I'm a Mess", from her 2018 album Expectations, reached number 34. Later hits encompassed "Baby, I'm Jealous" with in 2020 and "Sacrifice" in 2021. The 2022 track "I'm Good (Blue)" with debuted at number 7 and peaked at number 4 on the Hot 100, driven by 52.9 million airplay audience impressions in one tracking week. More recent releases include "Chase It (Mmm Da Da Da)" in October 2023 and "My Oh My" on August 9, 2024.

Tours

Headlining tours

Rexha embarked on her debut headlining concert tour, the All Your Fault Tour, to promote her second EP, All Your Fault: Pt. 1, released in 2017. The tour was announced on January 24, 2017, marking her first solo North American headline run. The initial leg spanned 20 dates across the United States and Canada, beginning March 1, 2017, at Trees in Dallas, Texas, and ending March 30, 2017, at U Street Music Hall in Washington, D.C., with stops in cities including Los Angeles, Chicago, and Toronto. A subsequent European leg followed in late 2017, extending the tour to international audiences. The setlist primarily featured tracks from the EP, such as "I Got You" and "The Way I Are (Dance with Somebody)", alongside earlier singles like "Me, Myself & I" with . Performances emphasized high-energy pop and EDM elements, reflecting Rexha's transition from songwriter to lead artist. In 2023, Rexha launched her second major headlining tour, the Best F*n Night of My Life Tour, supporting singles from her self-titled album Bebe and recent hits like "I'm Good (Blue)" with . Announced on , 2023, the North American portion consisted of 20 dates, starting May 31, 2023, at The Van Buren in , and concluding June 30, 2023, at The Wiltern in , California, covering venues in cities such as , , and . The tour later expanded internationally, with dates added in (November 11–14, 2023, in , , and ) and , including on October 28, 2023. Typical setlists included newer material like "I'm Not High, I'm in Love" and "Miracle Man", mixed with fan favorites such as "Me, Myself & I" and covers like "Heart Wants What It Wants" by Selena Gomez. Reviews highlighted Rexha's engaging stage presence and vocal delivery during shows, such as the June 26, 2023, performance at House of Blues in Houston. No further headlining tours have been announced as of October 2025.

Supporting and promotional tours

Rexha served as an for on select dates of the in 2016, including the April 6 performance at the in . She performed songs from her debut EP I Don't Think I'm Ready and early singles to promote her emerging solo career. In 2018, Rexha opened for on the South American leg of the Tour, with confirmed shows in on March 14, 17, and 18, and in . These appearances allowed her to showcase tracks from her EP All Your Fault: Pt. 1 to international audiences. That same year, she supported Bruno Mars on portions of the 24K Magic World Tour, including the February 3, 2018, concert at Foro Sol in Mexico City, where she delivered a set featuring hits like "I Got You." The tour slots promoted her growing catalog amid the release of All Your Fault: Pt. 2. Rexha joined the Jonas Brothers' Happiness Begins Tour as a primary opening act starting August 7, 2019, in Miami, Florida, alongside Jordan McGraw for the North American dates. The tour, which ran through early 2020, highlighted material from her album Expectations, including fan favorites like "Meant to Be," to large venues and helped elevate her visibility post-label issues.

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