The singer-songwriter behind TikTok hit “Coffee” is embracing her newfound maturity with her latest album. “Beatopia” rewires her ’90s alt-rock for Gen Z, adding a dreamy twist to the singer’s sound.
Whether singing about her hidden heartbreak or filling a stadium with her bangers, Beabadoobee is an expert at writing songs that resonate. She broke down her new project’s inspiration with PEOPLE.
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It’s a warm summer evening at an east London photo studio and Beabadoobee is looking back at two of her most significant professional achievements: her gigs at Coachella and Glastonbury this year. She’s also talking about her new album, Beatopia, which sees the singer grow out of her acoustic guitar ballad comfort zone into a grunge-pop powerhouse with full instrumental support.
The project’s concept centres on a fictional fantasy utopia conceived by Beabadoobee as a child, and fuses make-believe with diaristic authenticity. It’s a far cry from the childhood Beabadoobee spent sheltered from Western London culture and music by her protective Filipino father, who gate-kept her from her musical heroes like The 1975’s Matty Healy.
Unlike other breakup songs, Beabadoobee doesn’t miss her ex-lover on “The Way Things Go.” Instead, she hopes that her former love lives happily ever after and explains why they had to part ways. In the end, Beabadoobee is relieved that they’re “miles apart now.” She even sings about how she can barely remember their faces or count the freckles on their noses.
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Beatrice Kristi Ilejay Laus, better known as Beabadoobee, has been a sensation in the music industry since 2017. Her piano ballads and lo-fi style have captured the attention of millions of fans. Initially, music wasn’t Bea’s plan A. She wanted to become a nursery teacher, but her rise into fame came almost by accident. Canadian rapper Powfu sampled her 2017 song Coffee in his 2019 single death bed (coffee for your head) and it went viral on TikTok, exposing her to a wider audience.
Taking her bedroom pop to the next level, Beabadoobee released her 2023 single “the way things go” with a Renaissance-inspired ballet video. The song is about recognizing that some habits don’t have room in her adult life. Beatopia positively oozes non-conformity. It’s denser and more considered than her previous work, with flashes of genres as varied as bossa nova (perfect pair) and midwest emo (pictures of us, co-written by the 1975’s Matty Healy). The album is a testament to Bea’s endless creativity.
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With her unique music and heartfelt lyrics, Beabadoobee has captured the hearts of many. Her captivating blend of bedroom pop and lo-fi has helped her reach a wider audience than ever before.
The singer’s latest album, Beatopia, shows a more grown-up side to her personality. This time, Beabadoobee mixes her acoustic guitar with new instrumentals, elevating her style to a whole other level.
With this, she also brings in a heavier grunge sound, which has garnered the attention of a new group of listeners. With the success of her new album, it is clear that Beabadoobee has found her voice in the industry.
The young singer was previously in a relationship with Soren Harrison, who had a huge impact on her music and aesthetics. Despite their break-up, Beabadoobee was quick to move on and has recently been spotted flaunting her new boyfriend Jacob Erland on Instagram. The duo seem perfect for each other, and their fans are happy to see them together.
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In the fourth EP, Space Cadet, Beabadoobee begins to take steps towards changing her sonic rhythm. This time around, she adds heavier grunge to her music. Previously known for her soft guitar ballads, this album showcases her growth as an artist.
The first song on the EP, “Coffee,” was a soothing track that caught the attention of a lot of listeners. It was also sampled by the rapper Powerfu on his TikTok song, “Death Bed (Coffee for Your Head),” bringing new listeners to her music.
In this song, Beabadoobee talks about how she is slowly forgetting about her past lover. She admits that she misses them and the memories that they shared together, but she says that it’s okay because they have to move on. She hopes that they will find someone better who will treat them right. “You Don’t Love Me Anymore” is a powerful breakup song that Beabadoobee wrote while in quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic.
