Mario Drops New Single “Glad You Came” and Announces Upcoming Album

R&B superstar and two-time GRAMMY nominee Mario has just released his latest single, “Glad You Came,” along with an evocative music video. This is the second single and title track from his upcoming sixth studio album, Glad You Came, set to drop on December 13. Fans can pre-order and pre-save the album now.

The music video, directed by BenMarc, captures a live performance vibe, with Mario serenading a romantic guest on a stage illuminated by car headlights, adding a cinematic touch to his soulful delivery. This new release follows “Space,” the album’s lead single, which recently climbed into the Top 20 on Billboard’s R&B Airplay chart.

Glad You Came, executive produced by acclaimed artist James Fauntleroy, marks Mario’s first full-length album in six years. Known for his vulnerability and commitment to the heart of R&B, Mario told Billboard last month that he’s focused on “inviting intimacy and imagination back into R&B.”

Mario’s return to the music scene has been packed with high-profile performances, including guest spots with Drake in Toronto and Nicki Minaj in Los Angeles to perform his hit “Let Me Love You.” This January, he’ll join Ne-Yo and Mary J. Blige on the For My Fans Tour, a highly-anticipated lineup for R&B lovers.

Later this month, fans can catch Mario at the Las Vegas Formula 1 Grand Prix, where he’ll perform at the exclusive Above The Race event on November 21. Additionally, Mario will make his debut as a film producer with Style Me For Christmas, premiering on BET in December, via his production company, New Citizen Productions.

Watch and stream “Glad You Came” now, and get ready for the full album release on December 13.