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Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews What's this?

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8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 191 Ratings

  • Summary: The debut full-length release for the singer-songwriter who wrote songs such as Eminem and Rihanna's "The Monster," and Florida Georgia Line's "Meant to Be," features guest appearances from Migos' Quavo, Tory Lanez and Florida Georgia Line.
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I Got You
I can see you hurting I've been through the same thing Baby, don't you worry, I got you I just wanna know you Tell me all your secrets Looking like... See the rest of the song lyrics
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. New Musical Express (NME)
    Jun 25, 2018
    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.
  2. The Independent (UK)
    Jun 25, 2018
    80
    While the record could have been a few songs shorter, Expectations is expansive in that it isn’t one big radio hit after another, which proves Rexha is opting for longevity instead of manufactured pop.
  3. Rolling Stone
    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.
  4. The Quietus
    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.
  5. AllMusic
    Jun 25, 2018
    60
    While the album could benefit from some tightening-- the middle stretch stalls the momentum--Expectations affirms Rexha's songwriting prowess, ear for catchy hooks, and ability to pull emotion from otherwise serviceable radio pop.
  6. The Guardian
    Jun 25, 2018
    20
    It’s baffling trying to work out why her vocals are often lagged in Auto-Tune: she sounds like she’s drowning on Self Control and malfunctioning on the horrid Mine. The songwriting--about bad girls and good boys in miserable, moneyed relationships--is precisely as deep as you’d expect.

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  1. Positive: 57 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 59
  3. Negative: 1 out of 59
  1. luciano_augusto
    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 ofThis 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.… Expand
  2. Lioen
    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. :)
  4. hazischneider
    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 soundsAfter 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.… Expand
  5. kauemoraes
    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
  6. RK13
    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.
  7. AngelAntonio96
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Este álbum es ARTE!! Esta buenísimo. Mi canción favorita es DGAC. Bebe Rexha merece más reconocimiento. Ella es muy talentosa
  8. jvictorariel
    Oct 9, 2018
    0
    Expectations is one of the worst albums released so far in 2018 and it definitely willn't boost the musical career of this talentedExpectations is one of the worst albums released so far in 2018 and it definitely willn't boost the musical career of this talented singer-songwriter Bebe Rexha. While not the up-tempo record for the dance floor that some might expect, it gets annoying despite the abundance of half-time and introspective ballads out there, plus the excessive auto-tune.… Expand

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