Ella Mai and Jayson Tatum have taken their relationship to the next level by getting matching tattoos in honor of a significant milestone. The couple, who recently welcomed their first child together, both had the number “3” inked behind their ears, a tribute to their growing family and the importance of the number in their lives.
The “Boo’d Up” singer marked her 30th birthday on Sunday by releasing a special three-song EP, aptly titled “3,” as a nod to her favorite number. Ella Mai expressed her excitement on social media, sharing the news with her fans. “3 AVAILABLE NOW EVERYWHERE! My 30th birthday gift to you all. 3 songs. November 3rd. One of my favourite numbers. I’ve missed you all, three times over,” she wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.
The cover art for her new EP featured Ella Mai sporting her new tattoo behind her left ear, which fans quickly noticed. Eagle-eyed supporters also pointed out that Jayson Tatum, the Boston Celtics star, had recently been seen on the basketball court with the same “3” tattoo behind his left ear, fueling speculation about the couple’s matching ink.
The significance of the number “3” goes beyond just being a favorite; it seems to symbolize the new chapter in their lives as parents. The couple, who have kept much of their relationship private since they were first linked in 2019, now have even more reason to celebrate as they embrace parenthood together.
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In addition to the excitement around their new tattoos, listeners have speculated that Ella Mai’s latest songs are inspired by her relationship with Tatum. On the track “Little Things,” Mai sings about the loving gestures she makes for her partner, seemingly hinting at Tatum’s hectic schedule as a professional athlete.
“Be right here when you’re wakin’ up / Breakfast on the table, know you like / Eggs, and they’re all scrambled up / Pancakes, bacon, OJ on the side / Packed your bag with extra clothes, your toothbrush in the Louis tote / Love notes for when you’re on the road / Cleaned your watch and Cuban links / Silk pillowcase for you to take / Boy, you deserve the little things,” the lyrics go, painting a picture of the thoughtful moments that make their relationship special.
Another track, “One of Those,” finds Mai singing about the joy of being in love. “Girl, you better get you one of these / Wake up in the morning, he got flowers at my feet / Get one of these, yeah, I don’t wanna leave / Dancing ‘round him got me like a puppet / I’ma let him pull my strings / Get you one of these,” she croons, giving fans a glimpse into the happiness she has found with Tatum.
Despite the release of new music and the matching tattoos, Ella Mai and Jayson Tatum have largely kept their relationship out of the public eye. The couple’s romance has been under wraps since 2019, and they’ve remained fiercely private about their personal lives. In fact, the news of their growing family was only made public when Ella Mai debuted her baby bump in June, following the Celtics’ NBA championship run.
Fans were further surprised in August when Ella Mai was spotted holding a newborn during a family photo shoot after Tatum’s gold-medal victory at the Paris Olympics.
In a video shared online, Tatum could be seen posing with his girlfriend, his mom, his grandma, and his eldest son, Jayson “Deuce” Tatum Jr., whom he shares with his high school girlfriend, Toriah Lachell. Another part of the video showed the new mom, Ella Mai, cradling their infant as Tatum took photos with Deuce, creating a heartwarming family moment.
So far, neither Ella Mai nor Jayson Tatum has publicly commented on the birth of their child, preferring to keep these personal milestones private.
Nevertheless, their matching tattoos, new music, and recent family appearances speak volumes about the bond they share as a couple and as new parents, giving fans a peek into their journey together while maintaining an air of mystery around their private lives.
