Bebe Rexha, born Bleta Rexha on August 30, 1989, is an American singer and songwriter of Albanian descent. She gained attention in 2013 after signing with Warner Records, initially achieving success as a songwriter. Her notable credits include Eminem’s hit "The Monster," which won a Grammy, and songs for artists like Selena Gomez, Nick Jonas, and Shinee.
Rexha’s music career took off in 2015 with her debut EP, I Don’t Wanna Grow Up. The singles "I Can’t Stop Drinking About You" and "I’m Gonna Show You Crazy" earned moderate success. She followed this with two EPs in 2017, All Your Fault: Pt. 1 and Pt. 2, which included hits like "I Got You" and "The Way I Are (Dance with Somebody)" featuring Lil Wayne.
Her collaborations brought her widespread fame. Songs like "Hey Mama" (with David Guetta, Nicki Minaj, and Afrojack), "Me, Myself & I" (with G-Eazy), and "In the Name of Love" (with Martin Garrix) became global hits. The country-pop crossover "Meant to Be" with Florida Georgia Line was a massive success, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100.
In 2018, Rexha released her first album, Expectations. It reached number 13 on the Billboard 200, and the single "I’m a Mess" earned her Grammy nominations for Best New Artist and Best Country Duo/Group Performance. Her second album, Better Mistakes, came out in 2021.
In 2023, Rexha released her third album, Bebe, which included her biggest hit, "I’m Good (Blue)," a collaboration with David Guetta. The song topped charts in 22 countries and peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100.
Known for her powerful voice and versatility, Rexha continues to make waves in pop and dance music while embracing her Albanian roots.
