Best R&B Debut
5
Rebecca Hartt
When Rebecca Hartt takes the stage, she has a commanding presence, with all eyes locked on the R&B artist as she begins to sing. And now you can hear her off the stage, since Hartt dropped her debut EP, simply titled 5, in September 2024. The recording unveils the power behind Hartt’s velvety vocals, which wrap around compelling beats that you can’t help but nod along to. Lyrics cover topics of love and all the emotions connected to it, with Hartt’s cadence immersing listeners into her narratives and relatable feelings. It’s hard to pick a favorite track, but if we had to, it would be “Problem,” which empowers listeners as much as it makes them dance.