EGO ELLA MAY | New Single "We're Not Free"
EGO ELLA MAY
CALLS FOR COLLECTIVE CARE ON NEW SINGLE
“WE’RE NOT FREE” OUT TODAY
Award-winning British-Nigerian singer-songwriter and musician Ego Ella May shares “We’re Not Free”, the second single to be taken from her forthcoming, highly anticipated sophomore album, the follow-up to her critically acclaimed 2020 debut “Honey For Wounds”, due for release in early 2026.
“You’re not free ‘til everyone else is”, Ego sings - a tender reflection of today’s political climate, produced with South London musician Melo- Zed. “I wrote this song about trying to distance myself from the realities of what is happening in the world, and realising it’s impossible,” Ego explains. “What affects one person, affects us all, and it’s our duty to care about the lives and well-being of others.”
With echoes of Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On”, the song carries a spirit of social consciousness. “I feel honoured to have written this song,” Ego says. “I hope it sparks conversations around collective care, about holding our politicians accountable, about not losing hope, and about stewardship.”
“We’re Not Free” follows up the up-beat groove of “What We Do”, co-produced with South London vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and producer Wu-Lu.
Ego Ella May channels genre-blending R&B and neo-soul with a deep respect for jazz. Her debut album, Honey For Wounds, fused soul-tingling jazz, R&B and neo-soul with honest and personal observations about self-healing, protest, love and loss. To mark five years since its release, Ego Ella May recently unveiled a very limited anniversary edition of the LP. Honey For Wounds – 5 Year Anniversary Edition is available to buy via Bandcamp.
In 2024, Ego Ella May made her Canadian live debut, playing the main stage of the Montreal Jazz Festival, and sold out her debut headline show at the legendary Ronnie Scott's in London. She was nominated in the Best Jazz Act category for the 2025 MOBO Awards.
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