Nessa Barrett, whose real name is Janesa Jaida Barrett, is an American singer-songwriter from Galloway Township, New Jersey. Rising to fame through TikTok, where she posted music covers, Barrett quickly captured the attention of Warner Records, leading to a recording contract. Her music primarily spans pop, alternative pop, and emo pop genres.
Barrett's career began in earnest in 2020 with her debut single "Pain". She further solidified her presence in the music industry with her debut EP, "Pretty Poison", in 2021, which featured the single "I Hope Ur Miserable Until Ur Dead", marking her first entry on the Billboard Hot 100. Her debut studio album, "Young Forever", followed in 2022, with tracks addressing personal and societal themes such as mental health and grief. Barrett's notable singles include "La Di Die", "Die First", and "Madhouse". In 2023, she released the EP "Hell Is a Teenage Girl", continuing to explore themes of personal struggle and introspection. Her second studio album, "Aftercare", was released in 2024.