GENRE; Pop/ R&B
LABEL; 10 Summers
RATING; 3/5
Ella Mai’s third studio album, Do You Still Love Me?, marks a confident step forward in her artistic journey — blending her signature smooth R&B vocals with emotional maturity and intimate storytelling. Executive-produced by Mustard, the project delivers 14 tracks that explore the many facets of love, from tender devotion to the uncertainty that can undercut even the most secure relationships.
The album opens with the reflective “There Goes My Heart,” setting a thoughtful tone as Mai navigates the delicate balance between self-protectiveness and surrendering to affection. Production here is understated but expressive, with subtle piano and rhythmic details that echo the song’s emotional core. “100,” one of the lead singles, stands out for its lyrical honesty — Mai discusses the give-and-take of partnership dynamics with warmth and clarity, backed by smooth, clean production that lets her voice shine.
Tracks like “Somebody’s Son” and “Little Things” lean into love’s joyous and comforting moments, celebrating everyday intimacy rather than grand gestures. These songs underline the album’s heart: a celebration of connection that feels lived-in rather than idealised. Yet Do You Still Love Me? doesn’t shy away from vulnerability — “Might Just” and “Luckiest Man” introduce tension and introspection, with Mai confronting insecurity and desire with equal parts strength and hesitation.
While some listeners might find moments of the album’s production restrained or repetitive, many appreciate its cohesive mood and reflective lyricism. Across its runtime, Do You Still Love Me? proves Ella Mai at her most personal — crafting R&B that feels like a conversation, raw and heartfelt, rather than a performance.
