About Maria

 Maria Ellis is a captivating Pop/R&B singer, songwriter, and producer from Long Island, New York, enchanting audiences with her dynamic sound and relatable lyricism. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, Ellis began her musical journey at just six years old, teaching herself piano and writing original songs. Ellis quickly gained traction as a influential artist on TikTok, consistently sharing her original material. Her breakout moment came with a self-written verse for 24kgoldn's song "Mood," which garnered over 250,000 views in a single day. This viral success marked the beginning of her rapid rise, as she continued to release a string of original music, building a loyal fan base who compared her to powerhouses like Ariana Grande and Rihanna. With over 6 million views and 90,000 followers on social media, her music has landed on Spotify’s All New Pop, Apple Music's Freshening Up and Amazon Music's Brand New Music. In addition, her voice has made a notable impact, charting on both the Electronics and Pop categories of Apple Music and iTunes charts. Her music has been described by Digital Journal as "hypnotic Pop that’s steamy, sultry, and exhilarating." Her debut EP Ultrabaddie has received critical acclaim while it's final single "God Complex" has been highlighted by Amazon Music's Fresh Pop, Girl Squad, and Breakthrough Pop playlists.