Expectation (album)

Expectation is the debut studio album by American singer-songwriter Hayley Kiyoko. It was released on March 30, 2018, through Atlantic Records. The album explores themes of love, loss, identity, and self-discovery, often through a lens of female-centric relationships.

The album was preceded by several singles, including "Sleepover," "Feelings," "Curious," and "He'll Never Love You (HNLY)." Expectation received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its honest lyrics, catchy melodies, and Kiyoko's confident vocal performance. Commercially, the album reached the top 20 on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States.

Expectation is considered by many to be a significant contribution to the landscape of queer pop music, solidifying Kiyoko's position as a prominent voice within the LGBTQ+ community and earning her the nickname "Lesbian Jesus" from fans. The album's success helped pave the way for greater representation of LGBTQ+ themes and artists in mainstream music.