Mae Stephens
Anna Mae Kelly, professionally known as Mae Stephens, is an English singer and songwriter recognized for her single “If We Ever Broke Up,” which peaked at number 13 on the UK Singles Chart in 2023. Stephens gained early popularity through TikTok, leading to her signing with EMI for the release of the single that marked a turning point in her career. Her music, influenced by Freddie Mercury and Sigrid, combines personal storytelling with pop sensibility across a range of self-released singles, including “I Want You to Be Here” and “Devil Eyes” in 2020, followed by “Infamous Kiss” and “White Lies.” The virality of “If We Ever Broke Up” on TikTok in December 2022 and its subsequent release in February 2023 not only secured her a spot in the UK charts but also achieved international success with chart positions across Canada, Ireland, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, New Zealand, Poland, and Sweden. This track’s widespread acclaim is evidenced by its Silver certification in the UK, Platinum in Poland, and Gold in the United States.