beabadoobee

Beatrice Kristi Ilejay Laus, known professionally as beabadoobee, is a Filipino-born English singer and songwriter celebrated for her distinctive blend of indie rock and bedroom pop. Born on June 3, 2000, in Iloilo City, Philippines, beabadoobee moved to London with her parents at the age of three. Growing up in West London, she was immersed in a diverse musical landscape, drawing inspiration from the original Pinoy music of her heritage alongside 1990s pop and rock. Her teenage years were marked by an interest in indie rock artists such as Karen O, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Florist, and Alex G, shaping her unique musical style.

beabadoobee’s early music career began with the release of her debut single, “Coffee,” in September 2017. The song, alongside a cover of Karen O’s “The Moon Song,” garnered significant attention, leading to her signing with Dirty Hit Records in April 2018. Her initial EPs, Lice (2018) and Patched Up (2018), set the stage for her burgeoning career, and by early 2019, she was recognized on NME’s “NME 100” list of essential new artists. She continued to gain prominence with the release of Loveworm (2019) and Space Cadet (2019), each showcasing her evolving sound and lyrical depth.

The breakthrough moment for beabadoobee came with the viral success of “Death Bed (Coffee for Your Head),” a 2019 single by Canadian rapper Powfu that sampled her debut song. Released in early 2020, “Death Bed” became a global hit, achieving significant chart success and earning multiple certifications. The song’s unexpected popularity brought beabadoobee international recognition, though she initially struggled with the spotlight on her first song rather than her broader discography. Despite this, she embraced the opportunity, which led to further success.

Her debut studio album, Fake It Flowers (2020), was met with critical acclaim and demonstrated her ability to craft introspective and emotionally resonant music. The album, which features singles like “Care,” “Sorry,” and “Together,” spent a week in the UK Albums Chart at number 8 and established her as a leading new artist in rock. She followed up with Our Extended Play (2021), featuring the single “Last Day on Earth,” produced in collaboration with Matty Healy and George Daniel of The 1975.

beabadoobee’s second studio album, Beatopia (2022), continued her exploration of personal and artistic growth. The album was released to positive reviews, further cementing her place in the music industry. Her single “Glue Song,” which went viral on TikTok in early 2023, added to her growing popularity, and she also collaborated with Clairo on a re-release of the track. In 2023, she supported Taylor Swift on the US leg of The Eras Tour and released singles like “The Way Things Go” and “A Night to Remember” with Laufey.

On August 9, 2024, beabadoobee released her third studio album, This Is How Tomorrow Moves. The album debuted at number 1 in the UK, marking her first chart-topping album. The release was a significant milestone in her career, reflecting her continued evolution as an artist.

beabadoobee’s music is heavily influenced by a range of artists including Elliott Smith, Mac DeMarco, and Mazzy Star, and she has expressed an interest in composing film soundtracks in the future. Her unique sound, combining elements of 90s alternative rock with contemporary indie sensibilities, has earned her a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim. Through her journey from a teenage guitarist in London to a leading figure in indie music, beabadoobee has established herself as a versatile and influential artist in the modern music landscape.