Leigh-Anne Unveils Her First Album Titled ‘My Ego Told Me To’

      The UK artist is set to launch a tour across the UK and Europe in the upcoming Spring.

      Today, Leigh-Anne has announced the release of her debut album, ‘My Ego Told Me To’, which will be available on February 20th, 2026.

      Marking a new chapter of freedom, creative independence, and a break from the major label influence, Leigh-Anne worked on her full-length album with notable collaborators such as Clarence “Coffee” Jr. (Dua Lipa, Beyoncé), Owen Cutts (Stormzy, Greentea Peng), Khris Riddick (SZA, Kehlani, Odeal), and Fred Ball (Rihanna, Jessie Reyez).

      Leigh-Anne's initial collection draws from her vibrant Caribbean background, combining aspects of pop, R&B, dancehall, and reggae in a powerful homage to her identity. The album features recent singles ‘Been A Minute’ and ‘Burning Up’, in addition to the forthcoming single ‘Dead and Gone’, which will be released this Friday.

      Regarding her new album and era, Leigh-Anne shares: “This album is the most authentic depiction of me as an artist. It's versatile, deeply rooted in reggae and my heritage, while incorporating pop elements. It’s personal and can't be easily categorized. I aimed for authenticity, merging the genres I enjoy with a distinctive sound that belongs to me. It's also a declaration: I stand by my art and pursue it in my own way. These are songs I’ll take pride in years from now, as they reflect precisely where I am. You’ll hear my experiences, my daughters, my marriage, my quest for empowerment, and the moment I embraced my fierce side and declared: this is my show now.”

      Along with the album announcement, Leigh-Anne has unveiled her ‘My Ego Told Me To Tour’, which will feature dates in the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe. The tour's UK and Ireland leg will commence on April 6th, 2026, at Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre, with performances in Glasgow, Manchester, and Bristol before concluding in London at the O2 Kentish Town Forum. The European leg will include stops in the Netherlands, France, and Germany.

      Tickets will be available for pre-sale starting October 23rd at 10 AM BST, with general sales beginning on October 24th at 10 AM BST.

      The tracklist will be disclosed at a later date.

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