Reneé Rapp has done it all. By the age of 23, she’s led a musical on Broadway, starred in a hit HBO show, and released a chart-topping debut album, accomplishments that launched her onto festival stages worldwide, performing for millions of adoring fans.
Now, as she steps into her mid-20s, Rapp is digging deeper than ever. Her sophomore album, BITE ME, is a culmination of her years in the spotlight, a confident, unfiltered body of work that’s as bold, flirty, and vulnerable as the woman behind it.
Songs like “At Least I’m Hot” strike a signature balance between raw honesty and unapologetic self-assurance in a way only Rapp can. “The problem is, I can’t figure out what the problem is, but if I can’t be happy, then at least I’m hot,” she sings, backed by a hypnotic track that disguises the weight of her words. It’s a song about grappling with uncertainty, masked in infectious pop sheen—a young woman’s inner spiral, delivered with a smile.
“You’d Like That Wouldn’t You” brings in the rock edge that mirrors Rapp’s persona: fierce, bold, and unapologetically confrontational. It’s an explosive, in-your-face takedown of an ex, laced with bitterness and sarcasm. “If I sat on your couch, and I cried my pretty blue eyes out, begging ‘baby please take me back,’ imagine, I bet you’d like that wouldn’t you?” she sings with a mock-apologetic tone, weaponizing vulnerability into defiance. It’s Rapp at her most scathing, turning pain into power, and heartbreak into a performance you can’t look away from.
“That’s So Funny” proves she’s a jack of all trades, mastering not only the pop hits or bold rock singles, but the emotionally charged, softer ballads as well. “You loaded the chamber, with secrets only you knew, dressed up my anger, and tailored it to suit you” she sings softly, almost afraid to admit her pain aloud.
The album feels like a front-row seat to Rapp’s inner monologue: raw, messy, and impossible to look away from. It’s emotional whiplash in the best way, capturing the chaos of your mid-20s with startling precision. If BITE ME is any indication of where Reneé Rapp is headed, the industry better watch out—she’s not just taking a seat at the table, she’s devouring it.
Nicole Speros holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communications & Media Studies and is currently diving deeper into the industry at Berklee College of Music, where she’s studying Music Business. A passionate storyteller with an eye for what’s next, Nicole brings a sharp, curious voice to her work as a music journalist. She covers emerging artists, shifting trends, and the ever-evolving intersection of music and media—with a focus on authenticity, accessibility, and the songs that connect us all.
She’s an active member of GRAMMY U/The Recording Academy and Women in Music, always looking for ways to support and amplify voices in the industry. When she’s not in class or writing, you’ll probably find her stage-side at a local Boston show or hopping on a plane for her next adventure.