Chxrry

Chxrry
Born
Lydia Habtemariam

Toronto, Ontario, Canada
GenresR&B, Pop
OccupationsSinger, songwriter
Years active2017-present
LabelXO

Lydia Habtemariam, known professionally as Chxrry and previously Chxrry22, is a Canadian singer and songwriter. The first woman signed to The Weeknd's XO record label; she released her debut EP, The Other Side, in September 2022 and her debut album, U, Me & My Ego, in May 2026.[1]

Early life

Lydia Habtemariam was born and raised in Scarborough, Ontario to Ethiopian immigrants.[2][3] Habtemariam grew up singing at home, in church and at gatherings while parents both sang in a choir.[1] She briefly attended York University but did not graduate.[2][1]

Career

Habtemariam moved to Atlanta in 2017 to pursue her music career.[4] In 2018, a cover of "Work" by Rihanna by Habtemariam went viral on Instagram, leading to attention from record labels.[2][1] She recorded her first song, "My Love", shortly after.[1] She released her debut EP, The Other Side, in September 2022.[5] Her EP Siren released on October 27, 2023, featuring appearances from Vory and Offset.[6][7] In 2024, she supported the Oceania leg of the Weeknd's After Hours til Dawn Tour and Mariah the Scientist's To Be Eaten Alive Tour.[8][9] She featured on the Weeknd song "Reflections Laughing", and in the music video for "Cry for Me" from his January 2025 album Hurry Up Tomorrow.[10][11] She supported the 2025 North American leg for Flo's Access All Areas Tour.[11] and the 2026 European leg for Mariah the Scientist's Hearts Sold Separately Tour. On May 29, 2026, she released her debut album, U, Me & My Ego.[12] It features appearances from Mariah the Scientist and Cash Cobain.[3] She embarked on a sold-out first-ever solo headline North American and European tour in support of the album in August and September 2026.[13][14]

Artistry

Habtemariam's music is R&B and pop.[15] She has cited Amerie, Rihanna, and Beyoncé as influences on her music.[15]

Discography

Studio albums

Title Details
U, Me & My Ego

Extended Plays

Title Details
The Other Side
  • Released: September 28, 2022
  • Label: XO, Republic
  • Format: streaming, digital download
Siren
  • Released: October 27, 2023
  • Label: XO, Republic
  • Format: streaming, digital download

Singles

Title Year Album
"The Falls" 2022 The Other Side
"Call Me"
"Sacrifice" Non-album single
"Wasteland" The Other Side
"Worlds Away" 2023 Non-album single
"More" Siren
"Never Had This"
"Poppin Out (Mistakes)" 2024 Non-album singles
"Just Like Me"
"Main Character" 2025 U, Me & My Ego
"Groupie"
"Hall of Fame" 2026
"Bottles & Lights"
(featuring Mariah The Scientist)

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 Gheciu, Alex Nino (2026-05-07). "Chxrry, the first woman signed to The Weeknd's XO Records, is coming for the world". CityNews Toronto. Canadian Press. Retrieved 2026-05-19.
  2. 1 2 3 Medithi, Vivian (May 28, 2026). "Chxrry has the range". The Fader. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  3. 1 2 Adeyemo, Temiloluwa (2026-05-29). "U, Me and My Ego: Chxrry Steps Into Her Own World". Clash Magazine. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  4. ↑ Samuels, Keithan (2026-06-09). "'F**k a Pop Star': Chxrry Is R&B's Unapologetic Blockstar". Rated R&B. Retrieved 2026-07-26.
  5. ↑ Rouhani, Neena; Lee, Cydney (2022-10-03). "R&B/Hip-Hop Fresh Picks of the Week: Kenny Mason, Mavi, Chxrry22 & More". Billboard. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  6. ↑ Mamo, Heran (2023-10-13). "Chxrry22 Announces New 'Siren' EP Before Joining The Weeknd's Australia/New Zealand Tour". Billboard. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  7. ↑ Samuels, Keithan (2023-10-27). "Chxrry22 Is in Her 'Siren' Era". Rated R&B. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  8. ↑ Lynch, Jessica (2024-10-29). "Chxrry22 on Top: Touring with The Weeknd and Reigning as XO's Rising Queen". Rolling Stone Australia. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  9. ↑ Gee, Andre (2025-09-15). "Mariah the Scientist Details 'Hearts Sold Separately' Tour". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  10. ↑ Samuels, Keithan (2025-02-01). "Who Is the Mysterious Woman on The Weeknd's 'Reflections Laughing'?". Rated R&B. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  11. 1 2 Samuels, Keithan (2025-02-21). "Chxrry22 Shares New Song 'Just Like Me'". Rated R&B. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  12. ↑ Russell, Ary (29 May 2026). "Chxrry's Ego-Fueled Debut Album Proves She's the Shit". Interview Magazine. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  13. ↑ LaPierre, Megan (2 June 2026). "Chxrry Plots 2026 Headlining Tour". Exclaim!. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  14. ↑ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2026-08-29.
  15. 1 2 Wilson, Taylor Winter (2025-02-27). "Embracing Vulnerability: The Musical Journey of CHXRRY22". Galore. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
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