Nessa Barrett

Nessa Barrett, born Janesa Jaida Barrett on August 6, 2002, is an American singer-songwriter and social media personality based in Los Angeles, California. Originally gaining national prominence through viral lip-sync and lifestyle videos on TikTok, Barrett transitioned into a mainstream recording artist signed with Warner Records. Known for her dark pop and alternative sound, she has released hit singles, studio albums, and extended plays that touch on topics such as mental health, heartbreak, and personal resilience.

Early Life and Social Media Rise

Barrett grew up in Galloway Township, New Jersey, where she developed an interest in song composition and singing at an early age. In 2019, while still a high school student, she began sharing short-form video content on TikTok, including vlogs, dance routines, and song covers. Her expressive visual style and relatable content quickly attracted a fanbase of millions. By 2020, her online popularity enabled her to relocate to Los Angeles to pursue music professionally, using her existing platform to launch her career as a singer-songwriter.

Musical Career and Major Releases

Barrett made her official musical debut in July 2020 with the ballad "Pain," released under Warner Records. She gained further critical and commercial attention in 2021 with singles like "La Di Die" featuring Jxdn and her breakout track "I Hope Ur Miserable Until Ur Dead," which entered the US Billboard Hot 100. That same year, she released her debut extended play, Pretty Poison. She followed this success with her debut full-length studio album, Young Forever, in October 2022. Barrett continued to expand her discography with the EPs Hell Is a Teenage Girl in 2023 and Jesus Loves a Primadonna in 2026, along with her second studio album, Aftercare, released in late 2024.

Artistry and Personal Life

Artistically, Barrett's sound blends alternative pop, pop-rock, and dark pop aesthetics, drawing inspiration from alternative and punk influences. Her lyrics often candidly explore emotional challenges, including her own experiences with mental health, grief, and body image. In her personal life, Barrett has been open about her struggles with bipolar disorder and eating disorders, using her public voice to promote awareness and support for her listeners. She has been in high-profile relationships within the entertainment industry, including dating musician Artemas Diamandis in 2024.