We photographed Rita Ora for the October cover

Superstar singer Rita Ora graces the cover of Esquire Middle East's new October issue, becoming the first-ever female cover star for the region's leading men's magazine brand.

In a detailed interview and powerful photoshoot, the singer – whose new album Phoenix will be released on November 23 – spoke to exclusively to Esquire on a variety of subjects from why it has taken her so long to release her sophomore album to female empowerment and #MeToo.

You can watch the full behind-the-scenes shoot below: