No Hard Feelings (EP)
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Released | 31 May 2024 |
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Length | 12:28 |
Label | Warner |
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No Hard Feelings is the debut extended play by British singer and songwriter Leigh-Anne. It was released on 31 May 2024 via Warner Records.[3][4][5] The EP was supported by the singles "Stealin' Love" and "Forbidden Fruit".
Background
In March 2024, Leigh-Anne announced the release of a music project, that was separate from that of her debut album.[6] In April, an official website titled "No Hard Feelings" confirmed the name of her upcoming EP, which was also created for fans to discover more about the upcoming project.[7] On 22 May 2024, she announced that the release date and the EP was released on 31 May 2024.[8]
Speaking about the project, she shared: “I created this EP for my fans to feel closer to me and to give everyone a better understanding of the solo artist I want to be. Each track reflects a different mood, so no matter how you’re feeling, there’s something here for you. It’s honest, personal and I’m so excited that now it’s all yours.”[9][10]
Lyrics.and themes
The EP was inspired by Leigh-Annes own personal experiences and details the highs and lows of her relationship.[11] It lyrically touches on the subjects of romance, sexuality, and relationships, while musically is influenced by Leigh’s Bajan and Jamaican heritage.[6]
Singles
On 28 March 2024, "Stealin' Love" was announced as the first single to be released from the EP.[4] It was described by NME as "a tight, R&B-flavoured electro-pop song",[12] while Official Charts Company described it as "smooth, nostalgic R&B".[4] On 26 April 2024, "Forbidden Fruit" was released as the next single on 3 May 2024. Clash described it as "Leigh-Anne dipping into her long-held passion for reggae music", which addresses her relationship with real life husband Andre Gray, and how they met. It was co written in Miami by Leigh-Anne alongside J Kash and Nija Charles while production was handled by Albert Hype.[13][14]
Track listing
No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Stealin' Love" |
| 2:20 | |
2. | "Forbidden Fruit" |
| Albert Hype | 2:22 |
3. | "OMG" |
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| 2:13 |
4. | "Anticipate" |
| Khris Riddick-Tynes | 2:22 |
5. | "I'll Still Be Here" |
| Prgrshn | 3:11 |
Total length: | 12:28 |
References
- ^ "LEIGH-ANNE ANNOUNCES DEBUT EP 'NO HARD FEELINGS". DIY. 23 May 2024. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Bruno, Eleonora (31 May 2024). "Leigh-Anne - OMG (Radio Date: 31-05-2024)". EarOne (in Italian). Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Why Leigh-Anne Pinnock's New Song 'Stealin' Love' Is Super Personal". Capital. Retrieved 26 March 2024.
- ^ a b c "Leigh-Anne announces new single Stealin' Love". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 26 March 2024.
- ^ "New Releases: Beyoncé, Camila Cabello ft. Playboi Carti, Leigh-Anne, Sum 41 and more". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ^ a b Leigh Anne [@LeighAnneMusic] (19 March 2024). "I've been writing & recording so much working on my album but while making it, I've made a collection of songs that fit together in their own world... 💚🍀" (Tweet). Retrieved 19 March 2024 – via Twitter.
- ^ "Leigh-Anne - No Hard Feelings EP". Leigh Anne - No Hard Feelings EP. Retrieved 29 April 2024.
- ^ "Leigh-Anne Official Website". Leigh Anne. Retrieved 22 May 2024.
- ^ Interviews, Clash Magazine Music News, Reviews &; Murray, Robin (31 May 2024). "Leigh-Anne Shares Debut Solo EP 'No Hard Feelings' | News". Clash Magazine Music News, Reviews & Interviews. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
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: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ "Leigh-Anne announces debut EP 'No Hard Feelings'". DIY. 23 May 2024. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
- ^ Williams, Jazmin (2 June 2024). "Leigh-Anne Has Us In Our Feels With Her Debut EP No Hard Feelings". The Honey POP. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
- ^ Pilley, Max (28 March 2024). "Little Mix's Leigh-Anne shares heartfelt new solo track 'Stealin' Love'". NME. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ^ Murray, Robin (3 May 2024). "Leigh-Anne Returns With 'Forbidden Fruit' | News". Clash Magazine Music News, Reviews & Interviews. Retrieved 4 May 2024.
- ^ "New Releases: Dua Lipa, Frank Turner, Leigh-Anne, Blossoms and more". Official Charts. 2 May 2024. Retrieved 4 May 2024.