Ella Mai - Singer
Age: 31
Country: United Kingdom Occupations:
Singer
Domains:
R&B Music
Ella Mai (born Ella Mai Howell) is a Grammy Award-winning British singer and songwriter known for her soulful, 1990s-inspired R&B sound. Born in London on November 3, 1994, she rose to international fame in 2018 with her triple-platinum hit single "Boo'd Up," which made her the first British artist in 26 years to top the US R&B charts.
Musical Career
Discovery: She began her journey at the British and Irish Modern Music Institute in London and briefly competed on The X Factor in 2014 as part of a trio called Arize. She was later discovered by producer DJ Mustard through her song covers on Instagram.
Major Releases: Following a series of EPs (Time, Change, and Ready), she released her self-titled debut album in 2018, followed by Heart on My Sleeve in 2022. Most recently, she released the EP 3 in late 2024 and her third studio album, Do You Still Love Me?, in 2026.
Influences: Her music is often compared to classic '90s R&B, citing inspirations like Lauryn Hill, Brandy, and Mariah Carey.
Key Achievements
Grammy Winner: Won Best R&B Song for "Boo'd Up" at the 2019 Grammy Awards.
Billboard Success: Won three Billboard Music Awards in 2019, including Top R&B Artist.
Collaborations: Has worked with major artists including Usher, Ty Dolla $ign, H.E.R., and Ed Sheeran, and has toured with Bruno Mars and Ariana Grande.