British Singer Mae Stephens Releases Emotional New Single 'Blue'

The soul-baring track is a follow-up to her viral hit 'If We Ever Broke Up'.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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British singer-songwriter Mae Stephens has released her new single 'Blue,' a quietly devastating, soul-baring track that explores the slow draining of love and the disappointment that replaces hope. The song reunites Stephens with Dutch producer Morgan Avenue, with whom she co-wrote and co-produced the track. 'Blue' is the latest release from Stephens, whose previous single 'If We Ever Broke Up' earned Gold certifications across multiple countries.

Why it matters

Stephens' new single 'Blue' showcases her ability to turn emotional honesty into her greatest strength as an artist. The track's stripped-back, soulful production allows her powerful vocals to shine, as she explores the complex feelings of a relationship coming to an end. The accompanying music video further heightens the song's emotional impact through raw, expressive choreography.

The details

On 'Blue,' Stephens co-wrote the track alongside Morgan Avenue and Jheynner Argote Frias, who also co-produced the song. The collaboration builds on the creative chemistry that fueled her viral breakout 'If We Ever Broke Up.' The new single features a unique structure, with an intro leading into the first verse, and Stephens recorded multiple versions of the chorus to find the perfect melody to convey the emotion of 'blue.'

  • Mae Stephens released her new single 'Blue' on February 13, 2026.
  • Stephens will kick off her UK tour in support of the new single on March 18, 2026 in Norwich.

The players

Mae Stephens

A chart-topping, Gold-certified British singer-songwriter who has found viral success with singles like 'If We Ever Broke Up.'

Morgan Avenue

A Dutch producer who has worked with artists like Rita Ora and Cher Lloyd, and co-wrote and co-produced Stephens' new single 'Blue.'

Jheynner Argote Frias

A songwriter who co-wrote Stephens' new single 'Blue' alongside the artist and producer Morgan Avenue.

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What they’re saying

“'Blue' has such a personal unique touch to it! I've never heard of a blue line...have you? No... The 'Blue Line' is something I created as sometimes anger just isn't the way to go. Crossing a blue line results in disappointment and simply a means to an end. It's fed up and tired of the same thing, drying up that last drop of hope you had for the other person or the relationship you share. Crossing a blue line in my opinion means the finish line and a sad end to the final chapter.”

— Mae Stephens

“We had so much fun creating this song and playing around with the structure as 'Blue' has an intro leading into the first verse which I've never done before! I remember recording so many versions of the chorus to find that perfect sweep of the melody that conveyed the level of emotion blue represents. There are so many technical things woven into this song that truly make it special thanks to Mo and Jay, two absolutely incredible musicians!”

— Mae Stephens

What’s next

Stephens will kick off her UK tour in support of 'Blue' on March 18, 2026 in Norwich, and wrap up the tour on April 1, 2026 in London. The singer has also teased that more new music and live dates are on the way, marking the next chapter of her evolving sound and creative direction.

The takeaway

Mae Stephens' new single 'Blue' showcases her ability to turn emotional honesty into her greatest strength as an artist. The stripped-back, soulful production allows her powerful vocals to shine as she explores the complex feelings of a relationship coming to an end, further heightened by the raw, expressive choreography in the music video.