Bebe Rexha Begins Pop Takeover With "Comeback Kids"

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Pop music has been growing stale as of late. Between those trying to attach themselves to the EDM bandwagon and those trying to tap into the throwback-fusion being offered by the likes of Justin Timberlake and Robin Thicke, the vast majority of pop hopefuls have quickly become carbon copies of what is already popular. The world needs more originality, especially at radio, and that is why this morning we’re excited to introduce to you one young woman who is working hard to bring a new sense of fun to top 40.

Bebe Rexha has been a name on the lips of industry notables for the last few years, but she only recently made a move for national acclaim. Her lead single, “Comeback Kids,” feels like a mix of Katy Perry‘s Teenage Dream and the very best of ’80s female pop, with an added twist of urban flair that is firmly rooted in ’70s soul. The video blends these themes together as Bebe is seen rolling around a city neighborhood singing her late summer anthem, and the results make for one of the best feel-good tracks of the season. You can view the clip below.

It becomes clear on repeat listens that “Comeback Kids” varies very little lyrically in comparison to its genre competition, but the fusion of influences that inspire Rexha’s sound is undeniably unique. Sometimes the key to success is not creating something entirely new, but rather finding original ways to use existing ideas. That’s the case “Comeback Kids,” and we certainly hope there is more on the way soon.