[1] It lyrically speaks of the protagonist accepting his partner's suggestion of a ménage à trois only to find out it will not work out, describing polyamory as resentments waiting to happen.

[2] "3 Boys" was included on the soundtrack of the 2023 queer romantic comedy film Red, White & Royal Blue.

[3] "3 Boys" was Apollo's first song of 2023 after releasing his debut studio album, Ivory, a year prior.

'[6] Jon Blistein of Rolling Stone wrote, 'the real draw is Apollo's vocals and his torn-up lyrics, Three boys would work if I wasn't so tethered to you.

[2] BroadwayWorld stated, 'The simple, romantic melody is weaved with complex vocals that give every verse a different feel while staying true to his sound.