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.[3][4][5] 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.[6]
Background
In March 2024, Leigh-Anne announced the release of a music project, that was separate from that of her debut album.[7] 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.[8] On 22 May 2024, she announced that the release date and it was released on 31 May 2024.[9]
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.”[10][11]
Lyrics and themes
The EP was inspired by Leigh-Anne's own personal experiences and details the highs and lows of her relationship.[12] It lyrically touches on the subjects of various themes including romance, sexuality, and relationships, while musically is influenced by her
Barbadian and Jamaican heritage.[7]
Singles
On 28 March 2024, "
Stealin' Love" was announced as the lead single to be released from the EP.[4] It was described by NME as "a tight, R&B-flavoured electro-pop song",[13] while
Official Charts Company described it as "smooth, nostalgic R&B".[4] 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.[14][15] "OMG" was released as the third single on Italian radio, along with the release of the EP.[16]