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8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 191 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Negative: 16 out of 191
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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. 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 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.
  23. 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
  24. 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
  25. 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.
  26. 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...
  27. 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.
  28. Sep 16, 2018
    10
    um abum bem diverso, a voz da bebe caiu bem em todas as músicas, meu album preferido de 2018
  29. 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.
  30. 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. :)
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.