Hey u x

Hey u x is the debut studio album by New Zealand singer-songwriter BENEE, released in late 2020 following the massive viral success of her single 'Supalonely.' Recorded primarily in New Zealand with longtime collaborator Josh Fountain, the album represents a significant expansion of BENEE's sonic palette. While her early EPs established a signature 'slacker-pop' sound rooted in indie-soul and rubbery basslines, this full-length debut incorporates elements of trap, house, and 90s alternative rock. The album features a diverse array of collaborators, including Grimes, Lily Allen, and Flo Milli, signaling BENEE's arrival as a global pop player. Critics noted the album's ability to balance chart-ready hooks with eccentric production choices and deeply personal lyrics about social anxiety, insomnia, and the fear of the unknown. It stands as a definitive document of the 'bedroom pop' era's transition into the mainstream, characterized by its DIY ethos and genre-agnostic approach.