Bebe Rexha hit a major career milestone today as her debut single ‘I Can’t Stop Drinking About You’ officially turns 12 years old. The track, which dropped on May 1, 2014, marked the beginning of what would become a successful pop career spanning over a decade.
The anniversary caught attention on social media when PopBase shared the milestone with fans. The tweet celebrating the dozen-year mark racked up nearly 1,900 likes and close to 200 retweets. That kind of engagement shows how much her fanbase still connects with those early sounds.
‘I Can’t Stop Drinking About You’ introduced listeners to Rexha’s distinctive voice and songwriting style. The track blended pop sensibilities with a raw honesty that would become her signature. At the time of its release, Rexha was still building her name in the industry. She’d been writing songs for other artists but hadn’t yet stepped into the spotlight as a performer.
Looking back at that debut, it’s clear the song set the tone for everything that followed. Rexha has always been upfront about her emotions and experiences in her music. ‘I Can’t Stop Drinking About You’ captured that vulnerability right from the start. The title itself hints at the kind of honest storytelling that fans have come to expect from her work.
Since that first single, Rexha has built an impressive catalog of hits. Songs like ‘Me, Myself & I’ with G-Eazy, ‘Meant to Be’ with Florida Georgia Line, and ‘I’m Good (Blue)’ with David Guetta have dominated charts and streaming platforms. Each release has shown different sides of her artistry while maintaining that core authenticity.
The music industry has changed dramatically since 2014. Streaming platforms have reshaped how artists release music and connect with fans. Social media has become even more central to building careers. Through all these shifts, Rexha has adapted while staying true to her sound. That consistency might explain why fans are still celebrating anniversaries of her earliest work.
Debut singles carry special weight in any artist’s story. They represent that first official statement to the world about who you are as a musician. Some artists struggle to live up to their debuts, while others use them as stepping stones to bigger things. Rexha clearly falls into the second category. ‘I Can’t Stop Drinking About You’ didn’t become her biggest hit, but it established the foundation for everything that came after.
The 12-year mark also highlights how quickly time moves in pop music. What feels like yesterday was actually over a decade ago. New artists who are just starting their careers today weren’t even teenagers when Rexha released her first single. That perspective makes her longevity even more impressive.
Fan reactions to the anniversary show how much that early music still resonates. Comments on social media posts about the milestone are filled with nostalgia and appreciation. Some fans are sharing memories of when they first discovered the song. Others are reflecting on how Rexha’s music has evolved over the years.
Rexha herself has spoken in interviews about the importance of those early releases. She’s mentioned how nerve-wracking it was to put herself out there as a solo artist after years of writing for others. The success of ‘I Can’t Stop Drinking About You’ gave her confidence to keep pushing forward.
As she moves into her second decade as a recording artist, Rexha continues releasing new music and touring. The anniversary serves as a reminder of how far she’s come while honoring where it all began. Twelve years might seem like a long time, but in the context of a full music career, it’s really just the beginning.
For fans who’ve been following her journey since that first single, today offers a chance to appreciate the full arc of her artistry. From that initial release to her most recent work, Rexha has consistently delivered music that connects with listeners on an emotional level. That’s the kind of staying power that turns debut singles into lasting foundations.
