No Hard Feelings (EP) explained

No Hard Feelings
Type:	extended play
Artist:	Leigh-Anne
Cover:	Leigh-Anne - No Hard Feelings.png
Released:	31 May 2024
Genre:	R&B^[1]
Length:	12:28
Producer:	Ian Kirkpatrick The Runners Albert Hype Danja Prgrshn Khris Riddick-Tynes Di Genius Supa Dups

No Hard Feelings is the debut extended play by British singer and songwriter Leigh-Anne, and was released through Warner Records on 31 May 2024.^{[2] [3] [4]} The EP consists of five tracks, and was supported by the release of the singles "Stealin' Love" and "Forbidden Fruit". It is lyrically inspired by her life experiences and musically incorporates roots of her Barbadian and Jamaican ancestry.

On 11 June 2024, Leigh-Anne announced that the EP was extended with the bonus track "Nature" which was released on 12 June 2024.

Background

In March 2024, Leigh-Anne announced the release of a music project, that was separate from that of her debut album.^[5] 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.^[6] On 22 May 2024, she announced that the release date and it was released on 31 May 2024.^[7]

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.”^{[8] [9]}

Lyrics and themes

The EP was inspired by Leigh-Anne's own personal experiences and details the highs and lows of her relationship.^[10] It lyrically touches on the subjects of various themes including romance, sexuality, and relationships, while musically is influenced by her Barbadian and Jamaican heritage.

Singles

On 28 March 2024, "Stealin' Love" was announced as the lead single to be released from the EP. It was described by NME as "a tight, R&B-flavoured electro-pop song",^[11] while Official Charts Company described it as "smooth, nostalgic R&B". On 26 April 2024, "Forbidden Fruit" was released as the second 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.^{[12] [13]} "OMG" was released as the third single on Italian radio, along with the release of the EP.^[14]

Track listing

Notes

• signifies an additional producer
• signifies a vocal producer

Personnel

Musicians

• Leigh-Anne – lead vocals
• Ian Kirkpatrick – programming on "Stealin' Love"
• The Runners – programming on "Stealin' Love"
• Albert Hype – bass, drums, guitar, and synthesizer on "Forbidden Fruit"
• Mont Jake – additional programming on "Forbidden Fruit"
• Prgrshn – programming on "OMG" and "I'll Still Be Here"
• Danja – drums and programming on "OMG"
• Khris Riddick-Tynes – programming on "Anticipate"
• Jack Shepherd – additional guitar on "I'll Still Be Here"
• Dyo – additional vocals on "I'll Still Be Here"
• Di Genius – bass, guitar, and keyboards on "Nature"
• Supa Dups – drum programming on "Nature"

Technical

• Jay Reynolds – mastering, mixing on all tracks except "I'll Still Be Here"
• Prgrshn – mixing on "I'll Still Be Here"
• J Warner – engineering on "Stealin' Love" and "Forbidden Fruit"
• J Kash – engineering on "Forbidden Fruit"
• Marcella Araica – engineering on "OMG"
• Khris Riddick-Tynes – engineering on "Anticipate"
• Tayla Parks – vocal arrangement on "Anticipate"
• Di Genius – arrangement on "Nature"
• Supa Dups – arrangement on "Nature"

Notes and References

1. Web site: LEIGH-ANNE ANNOUNCES DEBUT EP 'NO HARD FEELINGS. DIY. 23 May 2024. 5 June 2024.
2. Web site: Why Leigh-Anne Pinnock's New Song 'Stealin' Love' Is Super Personal . 2024-03-26 . Capital . en.
3. Web site: Leigh-Anne announces new single Stealin' Love. 2024-03-26 . . en.
4. Web site: New Releases: Beyoncé, Camila Cabello ft. Playboi Carti, Leigh-Anne, Sum 41 and more . 2024-03-28 . . en.
5. 1770134091867861213 . LeighAnneMusic . 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... . Leigh Anne . Leigh-Anne Pinnock . 19 March 2024 . 19 March 2024.
6. Web site: Leigh-Anne - No Hard Feelings EP . 2024-04-29 . Leigh Anne - No Hard Feelings EP . en.
7. Web site: Leigh-Anne Official Website . 2024-05-22 . Leigh Anne . en.
8. Web site: Murray . Robin . 2024-05-31 . Leigh-Anne Shares Debut Solo EP 'No Hard Feelings' News . 2024-06-05 . Clash Magazine Music News, Reviews & Interviews .
9. Web site: 2024-05-23 . Leigh-Anne announces debut EP 'No Hard Feelings' . 2024-06-05 . DIY . en.
10. Web site: Williams . Jazmin . 2024-06-02 . Leigh-Anne Has Us In Our Feels With Her Debut EP No Hard Feelings . 2024-06-05 . The Honey POP . en-us.
11. Web site: Pilley . Max . 2024-03-28 . Little Mix's Leigh-Anne shares heartfelt new solo track 'Stealin' Love' . 2024-03-28 . NME . en-GB.
12. Web site: Murray . Robin . 2024-05-03 . Leigh-Anne Returns With 'Forbidden Fruit' News . 2024-05-04 . Clash Magazine Music News, Reviews & Interviews . en-GB.
13. Web site: 2024-05-02 . New Releases: Dua Lipa, Frank Turner, Leigh-Anne, Blossoms and more . 2024-05-04 . Official Charts . en.
14. News: Bruno . Eleonora . Leigh-Anne - OMG (Radio Date: 31-05-2024) . June 1, 2024 . EarOne . May 31, 2024 . it.