'3': Ella Mai Releases Surprise EP for Her Birthday - Listen!

Ella Mai is giving fans a birthday treat.

The 30-year-old “Boo’d Up” Grammy Award-winning superstar shared a surprise EP, called 3, on Sunday (November 3) in honor of her 30th birthday.

Following her 2022 album, Heart On My Sleeve, the 3-track release “introduces a fresh chapter for Mai, reinforcing her signature soulful sound, bringing listeners into a journey of love, connection and self-awareness,” via a release.

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Here’s more about the meaning behind the EP’s title: “This year, as she turns 30, the significance of the number 3 mirrors her personal growth and evolution, aligning beautifully with the themes of maturity and discovery reflected in her music. The number 3, often referred to as the number of joy, is linked to communication and happiness, perfectly aligning with the uplifting spirit of this release.”

The EP includes “Hearts On Deck,” described as a “flirtatious anthem celebrating confidence and playfulness as Mai asserts her power and poise while allowing vulnerability to draw her love interest closer,” as well as “One of These,” a song “showcasing the thrill of finding an unexpected love that meets all her desires, capturing the irresistible pull of deep connection.”

Finally, there’s “Little Things,” which “celebrates love in its simplest forms, showcasing Mai’s appreciation for small acts of devotion and how these ‘little things’ build meaningful relationships.”

Listen to the EP…