Controversial rapper Azealia Banks has reignited her reputation for online hostility—this time targeting pop singer Bebe Rexha following her appearance at the 2025 Met Gala.
Rexha, who wowed fans in a striking black gown, was met with admiration across social media. However, Banks took to X (formerly Twitter) to mock the singer’s appearance, comparing her look to “hormonal birth control implant energy” and referencing contraceptives like Implanon and NuvaRing in a now-viral post.
Bebe Rexha Responds with Grace and Strength
Rexha responded with a calm yet sharp message, encouraging Banks to seek help and sharing that Lexapro, an antidepressant, had helped her manage emotional challenges. “Healing looks good on everyone,” she added.
In a powerful follow-up, Rexha revealed deeply personal struggles: she suffers from PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), has experienced infertility, and recently endured a pregnancy loss. “I never owed anyone that truth,” she wrote, “but maybe now you’ll think twice before commenting on someone’s body.”
Banks Doubles Down, Faces Backlash
Rather than showing remorse, Banks escalated the situation by mocking Rexha’s use of Lexapro and dismissing her grief, continuing her long pattern of attacking fellow women in the industry under the guise of unfiltered honesty.
Her remarks sparked widespread outrage, with fans and public figures alike calling out the rapper for her insensitive and toxic behavior.
Rexha’s Honesty Resonates, While Banks Faces Isolation
In contrast to Banks’s antagonism, Rexha’s vulnerability drew massive support online, with many praising her for opening up about body image, loss, and mental health. The incident further highlights the growing cultural divide between artists using their platforms for empathy and healing—and those who weaponize them for provocation.
Once seen as a bold voice in music, Banks now finds herself increasingly isolated, as her unrelenting need to shock continues to overshadow her talent.
