Grammy Award–winning R&B star Ella Mai has made her long-awaited return with a brand new single, “Tell Her,” available now on all streaming platforms. The track is her first release since last year’s surprise EP 3, and it signals the start of a new chapter for the London-born singer who has become one of modern R&B’s most distinctive voices.

Produced by longtime collaborator Mustard, “Tell Her” brings together a relaxed, chilled groove with Mai’s signature blend of smooth soulfulness and sharp lyrical edge. The track shifts effortlessly between fast-flowing and slow-burning lines, creating a push-and-pull that mirrors the song’s theme: the complexities of love in the digital age.

At its heart, “Tell Her” is about clarity and commitment. Mai lays down boundaries with both vulnerability and strength, reminding her partner — and her listeners — that true love requires honesty, consistency, and openness. The repeated hook, “Tell her you love me,” feels like both an ultimatum and a plea, with echoes of Destiny’s Child’s iconic “Say My Name” woven into the delivery.

It’s a sound that feels both classic and forward-looking. The production leans into Mai’s ability to be direct without losing her warmth, crafting a song that’s equally at home on a late-night playlist or blaring from car speakers.

For fans, the release continues Mai’s ongoing exploration of love — its tenderness, its boundaries, and its resilience. “Tell Her” shows an artist who is more confident than ever, embracing the balance of compassion and self-respect that comes with growth.

The single arrives as Mai builds on a career already filled with milestones. Since breaking through in 2018 with the 8x Platinum hit “Boo’d Up,” she’s collected a Grammy, multiple Billboard and Soul Train Awards, sold out global tours, and established herself as a voice of modern R&B authenticity. With “Tell Her,” Ella Mai once again proves why her music resonates so deeply: it’s fearless, honest, and rooted in love.

“Tell Her” is out now on all major platforms.

Author: Andrew Braithwaite

Andrew is the founder and chief editor of Music Talkers. He's also a keen music enthusiast and plays the guitar.