In the fast-changing world of modern pop, few artists can capture the raw pain of young love and what happens when it ends like Mimi Webb can. The singer-songwriter from Canterbury is only 25 years old, but she has already become one of the UK’s most relatable voices. Her soaring vocals and confessional lyrics feel like late-night diary entries set to catchy hooks. Webb’s second album, Confessions, came out on September 12, 2025, through Epic Records. She’s not just releasing songs; she’s also showing fans the real girl behind the glamour and letting them into the messy, magical chaos of her mind. It’s clear now that Mimi Webb is no longer the breakout star; she’s the one who’s changing heartbreak pop for a new generation as she begins a sold-out tour of the UK and Europe.
Roots in Rhythm: From Classrooms in Canterbury to Stages Around the World
Mimi was born Amelia Anne Webb on July 23, 2000, in Canterbury, England, a city with a lot of history. She grew up with her parents and brother in a close-knit family. She was determined from a young age, and Kent College, where she first learned to play the guitar and piano, helped her along the way. By the time she was 13, she was writing her own songs, using her teenage feelings to create melodies that were similar to the soulful greats she loved, like Adele’s raw emotion, Amy Winehouse’s gritty jazz edge, Emeli Sandé’s grace, and Sam Smith’s vulnerability. Add in timeless artists like Louis Armstrong, Etta James, Ella Fitzgerald, and Nat King Cole, and you’ve got the blueprint for Webb’s signature sound, which is a mix of pop polish and vintage warmth.
It was her piano teacher who saw the spark in her at 15 and pushed the shy teen to pursue a career in music. Webb made the big move to Brighton at age 16 to study at the British and Irish Modern Music Institute (BIMM). There, she practiced her skills at student gigs and competitions, which gave her the confidence she needed to move forward. In December 2018, she went to Los Angeles with her manager and met people in the industry. By February 2019, just before her 19th birthday, she had signed a deal with Epic Records. Even then, her guest spot on Young L3X’s 2017 song “Karma” showed that she had potential, but it was the digital age that really set her rise on fire.
TikTok Spark to Chart Inferno: How to Make a Breakout
Webb’s first single, “Before I Go,” came out in April 2020, when the pandemic was at its worst. But it was a TikTok endorsement from influencer Charli D’Amelio that made it a hit. With over 85 million views and 25 million Spotify streams, the song’s sad introspection struck a chord with people all over the world, showing that Webb has a talent for capturing fleeting moments of doubt. Follow-up songs like “I’ll Break My Heart Again” and “Reasons” (which got airplay on BBC Radio 1) helped her gain popularity, but it was “Good Without,” which came out in June 2021, that really put her in the spotlight. It reached No. 8 on the UK Singles Chart.
That year, her first EP, Seven Shades of Heartbreak, came out on October 22, 2021. It was like a gut-punch therapy session. It reached No. 9 on the UK Albums Chart and had hits like “Dumb Love” (No. 12 UK) and “24/5” (No. 25 UK), which brutally honest about the ups and downs of love. By November, Webb was performing with big names at Hits Live in Liverpool, where he shared the stage with Ed Sheeran, Mabel, and Tom Grennan. Her first trip across the Atlantic was in 2022, when she opened for Tate McRae in North America. After that, she played at the Platinum Party at the Palace for Queen Elizabeth II’s Jubilee. That summer, she went to Australia and New Zealand for the first time, then came back to North America. In the middle of the chaos, songs like “Ghost of You” (which was delayed out of respect for the Queen’s death) kept the fire going.
Webb became king in 2023. She was nominated for Best New Artist at the BRIT Awards (where she also competed for Best New Talent) and released her first album, Amelia, on March 3. It was a vulnerable nod to her real name and debuted at No. 4 in the UK, mixing synth-pop sparkle with dance-floor urgency. “House on Fire,” the lead single, reached No. 6 in the UK, and “Red Flags” (No. 12) and “Roles Reversed” looked at toxic relationships with razor-sharp wit. The Amelia Tour, which took place in Europe from March to June, showed off her live skills, from the electric opener in Madrid to the intimate closer in Cork. “This Moment” for Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken, and a holiday song called “Back Home for Christmas” were all great additions to the soundtrack this year.
Confessions of a Pop Confidante: The 2025 Change
Confessions is Webb’s story of how she came to be. The album, which comes out on September 12, goes deeper into self-reflection, guilt, and finding joy again. It was announced on June 4, 2025. The songs “Mind Reader” (May 2), “Love Language” (June 10), “You Don’t Look at Me the Same” (August 18), “Narcissist,” “Erase You” (August 2), and “One Eye Open” (October 25) all have videos that go with them. They all dig deep into emotions. It debuted at No. 81 on the UK Albums Chart and is already being called Webb’s most honest work yet. Flaunt magazine called it “a journal unmasked,” where she deals with her regrets in the quiet hours.
Webb’s growth is also clear in her influences: less guarded idol-worship and more personal alchemy. “It’s where I try to learn what happiness really means again,” she said of the album’s diary-like closeness. It’s getting a lot of attention for its big pop sound with a soul twist, putting her in the same league as Olivia Rodrigo and Tate McRae, but with a very British twist.
The Confessions tour shows how strong she is when it comes to being on the road. After its release, it’s already buzzing with sold-out dates in the UK and Europe. The album mixes high-energy anthems with stripped-down confessions. As of October 2025, fans are going crazy for the live alchemy, which includes neon lights, ocean breezes (in one virtual nod), and Webb’s magnetic stage presence.
A Life in Lyrics: Beyond the Spotlight
Webb doesn’t talk about much offstage, focusing instead on family and getting creative again. She is currently single and uses her own heartbreaks to inspire her art, becoming a guiding light for fans who are going through their own relationship problems. Her social media, which has more than 1 million Instagram followers, is full of realness: tour selfies, song snippets, and hints of her “girl next door” charm.
Looking ahead, the momentum of 2025 suggests more: the U.S. might grow, work together, and maybe even get another BRIT award. Mimi Webb isn’t just singing about her mistakes; she’s taking responsibility for them and turning her weakness into strength. People often say that this type of music doesn’t talk about pain, but she’s the voice that reminds us it’s okay to feel it all. As Confessions plays in arenas, one thing is clear: the future is bright, and Webb’s name is all over it.
