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8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 191 Ratings

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  1. Jun 25, 2018
    10
    This album is more than I was expecting, Bebe proves that she can mix a lot of rhythms and make a good music with your brilliant compositions trough her career, I'm so proud of the result, in Bebe we trust!
  2. Jun 26, 2018
    9
    This album is truly a gem. It starts super strong and leaves you wanting to replay each song over again before the next one plays. The middle is a little weak and does take away from the album as a whole, but besides that fact it is hard hitting and easily one of the best pop albums of 2018 to this point.
  3. Jul 3, 2018
    10
    Great album she is so talented. She deserves everithing that has happened to her, this album is perfection. All songs are great.
    One of the best albums of 2018 :)
  4. Jun 28, 2018
    10
    This album is imperfect but in a good way. There is a nice blend between the IDWGU EP and AYF. I'm a Mess and Knees are the best.
  5. Jun 27, 2018
    10
    a perfect mix with her voice and different sounds,this album is one of the best of 2018.

    the guardian sweetie...
  6. Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Este álbum es ARTE!! Esta buenísimo. Mi canción favorita es DGAC. Bebe Rexha merece más reconocimiento. Ella es muy talentosa
  7. Jun 25, 2018
    10
    O álbum é fantástico, uma verdadeira obra-prima pop. As músicas são envolventes do começo ao fim, as composições são ótimas e a Bebe mostrou como se faz um pop de qualidade sem apelar pro comercial. Bebe Rexha conseguiu superar todas as expectativas, literalmente, tendo valido a pena toda a espera por seu álbum de estreia.
  8. Jun 27, 2018
    10
    I absolutely loved the album. Her voice is unique and makes the album beautiful.
  9. Aug 22, 2018
    10
    Un excelente disco, me encanto de principio a fin. Bebe tiene una voz excepcional, grandes canciones con grandes letras y ritmos.
  10. Nov 1, 2019
    10
    Expectations has bops for Y E A R S ! amazing work, can't wait for the new album.
  11. Nov 19, 2020
    10
    The different rhythm makes it sounds so rich, with the guitar pattern for extra gloomy to boost my mood omg i love this album
  12. Jun 26, 2018
    10
    After writing for many artists, be featured in hit songs, not getting credited, the Pop Disruptor realeses her first album. A mix of sounds and rhythms, greaceful ballads & potential hits, songwriting about personal problems, monsters, issues & relationships, Bebe Rexha gave a masterpiece that got pop music lovers high as our expectations.
  13. Jul 2, 2018
    10
    Definitely Rexha is a promise of pop, his album has very good mixes, he proposes something different, his only problem is the excessive autotune mixed with the control of his voice. For me it is the best album of 2018
  14. Jun 26, 2018
    10
    When I listened to this album for the very first time, I was surprised how different, but at the same time how good this album is ! It´s save to say that this album is different from all the other pop albums. Maybe it´s because the lyrics and the songs are relable, maybe because every track is honest. I could relate too a bunch of the tracks, which where really catchy too! The productionWhen I listened to this album for the very first time, I was surprised how different, but at the same time how good this album is ! It´s save to say that this album is different from all the other pop albums. Maybe it´s because the lyrics and the songs are relable, maybe because every track is honest. I could relate too a bunch of the tracks, which where really catchy too! The production is on point, the instrumentals and not to forget these incredible vocals from Bebe Rexha are amazing. You just feel the body of work, which makes it way easier to appreciate this album. I´m really grateful that this album is out and I´ve listened to it, I´m listening to it 24/7 and I just can´t get enough. For everyone who didn`t listen to this album, give it a listen, it is 100% worth it, trust me, you´ll love this masterpiece. Good job Bebe Rexha, the producer and the whole team who was involved in this project. :) Expand
  15. Jun 25, 2018
    10
    This album is wonderful. its mix of sounds and rhythms makes everything better.
  16. Jun 25, 2018
    10
    This album is fantastic. Much better than All Your Fault EPs. A true journey through the Pop genre.
  17. Jun 28, 2018
    10
    El album,su voz y sus letras son perfectas,sin duda uno de los mejores albums de este año donde cancion tiene potencial para ser single,ganandose todo el apoyo latino.
  18. Jun 29, 2018
    10
    Amazing pop album! This album really surprised me.. in a good way. Congrats Bebe!
  19. Jun 29, 2018
    10
    I love this album, I exceed my expectations. I like his voice, what he transmits through the lyrics of his songs.
  20. Jul 10, 2018
    10
    Best album of 2018. I love it so much, especially I'm a Mess , Knees and Grace.
    Potential talented pop singer. Love Bebe
  21. Jul 26, 2018
    10
    This album is amazing. It is beautiful in everything: lyrics, music, Bebe's voice. I can't describe all the emotions that I feel during the listening.
    As for me, it is the best album of this ear so far.
  22. Jun 26, 2018
    8
    Unlike their last EP's, which had a more pop-urban sound, Bebe decided to explore new musical sides. In this album we will find references pop-urban, rap and even country. In general the album was well produced and written, but some songs sound similar to others of the same work and even a little stopped. In general, Bebe did a great job. It's not your best project, but we shouldn't sayUnlike their last EP's, which had a more pop-urban sound, Bebe decided to explore new musical sides. In this album we will find references pop-urban, rap and even country. In general the album was well produced and written, but some songs sound similar to others of the same work and even a little stopped. In general, Bebe did a great job. It's not your best project, but we shouldn't say it's the worst. Expand
  23. Aug 19, 2018
    7
    The album has many imperfections and skips, but there are enough bops and beautiful lyrics to make it more than a one-off. Favourite tracks: I'm A Mess, Sad, Mine, Meant To Be
  24. Nov 18, 2018
    9
    Most of the songs resonated with me on a personal level. Sure, some of the tracks are little redundant, but she's got talent and it shows.
  25. Nov 24, 2021
    10
    Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference...
  26. Nov 2, 2018
    7
    Overall, a solid album with many amazing songs however it lacks the consistency of her 3 previous EP's. Favourites include Knees, Pillow, Grace, Ferrari and I'm A Mess.
  27. Sep 16, 2018
    10
    um abum bem diverso, a voz da bebe caiu bem em todas as músicas, meu album preferido de 2018
  28. Jul 21, 2018
    10
    One of the best albums of the year. After tano experimenting with EPs, rexha found its sound and knew how to balance all the components of this fabulous and do a great job with the lyrics.
  29. Jul 20, 2018
    10
    This is one of the best albums of 2018, I Love so many songs in this album. But the best is Im a Mess. What a wonderful album. :)
  30. Dec 21, 2018
    10
    She turned out to be a most incredible young and young artist right now. I was expecting a small thing from her, and it came with this incredible album. Really is of congratulations, the album does not have its generics but music and real production.
  31. Jul 26, 2018
    7
    This album has plenty of pop bops and is very set out however it seems a bit generic and same old for me. Bebe has a great voice and kept me invested throughout and that was its saving grace, still a solid album.
  32. Jul 30, 2018
    8
    Don't be mistaken, I love Bebe Rexha, I do think she's a great songwriter who always manages to imagine perfect catchy melodies for her songs, though I think there's something lacking in this album. It lacks a touch of flavor that would definitely make the difference, this album is very pop and tries to stick to the popular style of music nowadays (rap beats, hip-hop sounds, bass, etc.)Don't be mistaken, I love Bebe Rexha, I do think she's a great songwriter who always manages to imagine perfect catchy melodies for her songs, though I think there's something lacking in this album. It lacks a touch of flavor that would definitely make the difference, this album is very pop and tries to stick to the popular style of music nowadays (rap beats, hip-hop sounds, bass, etc.) Still, there are several songs that I love so much, "I'm a Mess" is a perfect touch of "pop" filled with emotion and anger, "Meant To Be" is a cute pop-country song with a melody that you can listen to for ages without being bored of it, and even "I Got You" and "Self Control" are such good songs to put you in an energic mood. I like this album a lot. Expand
  33. Sep 16, 2018
    10
    It's about time that Bebe must win an award for this stunning body of work that is EXPECTATIONS, which exceeded my expectations. Ever since her "I Don't Wanna Grow Up EP," she has been improving and developing her sound that best fits for her. I believe that with EXPECTATIONS, she has found her voice, sound and story that can be a chart - topper for sure. From the grand opening trackIt's about time that Bebe must win an award for this stunning body of work that is EXPECTATIONS, which exceeded my expectations. Ever since her "I Don't Wanna Grow Up EP," she has been improving and developing her sound that best fits for her. I believe that with EXPECTATIONS, she has found her voice, sound and story that can be a chart - topper for sure. From the grand opening track "Ferrari" to her nostalgic - produced "Sad" to even the Bond - esque song "Don't Get Any Closer," she has proved herself that she is the ultimate princess of pop. Expand
  34. Oct 3, 2018
    10
    Bebe explores many styles and themes through this album which makes the listening an actual journey and showcases her mind in a beautiful way. "Shining Star", "Don't Get Any Closer", "Ferrari" and "Grace", are the best songs on the album.
  35. Feb 18, 2019
    9
    Lauren Christy made this album perfect with its guitar sounds and dream-pop vibes. Really proud that Bebe can make not only pop music, her voice is flawless and strong so the whole album soungs really great. I like whole vibe and pop-rock sound here.
  36. Aug 12, 2019
    10
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  37. Dec 11, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing pop album, Bebe is a real artist!
    "I'm A Mess" is the best track in my opinion, but i really liked the all tracks!
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  38. Dec 2, 2019
    10
    This album is so special and powerful. Bebe explored a lot of genres, like Country,Pop,Rock and Rap and she can sing in all of rhythm. One of my fav songs is Sad. It's so deep and we can trip with its vibe. But I also like Steady, it's a dark rap song with great beats! I think this album more attention. It's so underrated.
  39. Dec 23, 2019
    8
    Esse álbum de estréia de Bebe mostra para que ela veio, uma grande compositora e super talentosa
  40. Dec 12, 2019
    10
    It's a really good album and it's amazing Bebe's potential and power to make a lot of bops because this album is such a BOP!
  41. Jul 9, 2020
    8
    I feel her in this album and that's the best damn thing ever...Bebe proved that she's an amazing songwriter and also artist
  42. Dec 15, 2020
    9
    This is for sure one of the most interesting albums of the year. Good lyrics, strong ballads, a lot of emotions, it's good.
  43. Aug 28, 2020
    8
    Finalmente un album di debutto. Bebe non è solo una grande songwriter ma anche un'artista che sembra promettere tanto nell'industria musicale.
  44. Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If perfection were an album, it would be this one. All the songs are very good. Expand
  45. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    I love the songs, was what I need. I love her music, i got you was the best thing ever
  46. Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Es hermoso este álbum ya que la letra es muy profunda y la voz de Bebe Rexha es muy buena
  47. Nov 24, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best debut albums .Bebe is amazing she deserves the world. Expectations is a masterpiece ans I can't wait for her next album
  48. Mar 20, 2021
    10
    PRIMEIRO ÁLBUM DE BEBE REXHA. Olha para um debult ela saiu muito bem, sou fã dela, acompanho a um bom tempo, e meu deus ela arrasou
  49. Apr 7, 2021
    10
    An album that serving vocals with good production and has both bright and dark side! You can relate so much! Deep meanings and lyrics are pure greatness!!!
  50. Apr 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Diosaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Expand
  51. May 6, 2021
    10
    All that I was expecting, such a good album and just gets better, Meant to Be is my favorite.
  52. Nov 24, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best Bebe, the best álbum 2018 i very happy for you. I love you. Congratulações Expand
  53. Apr 10, 2022
    10
    An amazing album, one of my favourite albums ever released. This album deserves so much better.
  54. Aug 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great Album, Bebe Rexha is so underrated and Metacritic should also rate her new album Better Mistakes. Expand
  55. Aug 22, 2022
    10
    It is the greatest album of 2018 she worked hard on it and it shows the album is greatly structured and emotionally accurate we love to have albums like this one
  56. Aug 22, 2022
    10
    An awesome album with beautiful electric guitar vibes and amazing ballads. It has everything i love. A 10/10 for sure. Deserved way more success
  57. Mar 15, 2023
    8
    Bebe gives us a strong debut on Expectations. Including a fantastic pop anthem like “I’m a Mess.” Throughout the rest of the album, Rexha gives us raw emotions and an overall composed debut. It’s the type of album you can come back to in various stages of your life, and is sure to keep your playlist filled.
Metascore
65

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 6
  2. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. Jul 2, 2018
    70
    Expectations hits a lot more than it misses. Bebe Rexha is no ordinary singer. She’s a chameleon who can switch vocals, blend with any sound, and find rhythm with any tempo. She is an artist that can make other genres pop.
  2. Jun 27, 2018
    70
    On Expectations, Rexha paints herself as a heroine trapped in an ivory tower of her own making. But her cat-scratching upper register suggests sensitivity more than vengeance.
  3. 80
    Expectations isn’t flawless, but it’s a compelling re-introduction to an underrated artist--one capable of putting her own stamp on current pop sounds.