Little Things (Ella Mai song)

"Little Things"
Single by Ella Mai
from the EP 3
Released	3 November 2024
Genre	R&B
Length	2:52
Label	10 Summers Interscope
Songwriter(s)	Ella Howell Charles Hinshaw Jr. Dijon McFarlane
Producer(s)	Mustard Gylttryp
Ella Mai singles chronology
"Jealous" (2023) "Little Things" (2024)

"Little Things" is a song by English singer-songwriter Ella Mai from her EP 3 (2024). It was produced by Mustard and co-produced by Gylttryp.

Content

The song centers on the notion that even small gestures of kindness can convey love ^[1] and help maintain strong healthy relationships. ^[2] The lyrics focus on Ella Mai consciously putting effort into a relationship through these actions, such as preparing a bath, a movie to entertain, ^[2] and breakfast for her partner. ^[3] Like the other songs from 3, "Little Things" is believed to be addressing her boyfriend, basketball player Jayson Tatum. ^{[2] [3]}

Charts

Chart performance for "Little Things"

Chart (2024–2025)	Peak position
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ) [4]	11
US Billboard Hot 100 [5]	81
US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs ( Billboard ) [6]	25
US Rhythmic ( Billboard ) [7]	37

References

1. Abraham, Mya (11 November 2024). "Ella Mai, Jorja Smith, Mario, And More New R&B For The Little Things". Vibe . Retrieved 11 March 2025.
2. Okechukwu, Nmesoma (8 November 2024). "Ella Mai — Little Things". Euphoria Magazine. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
3. Pointer, Flisadam (3 November 2024). "Ella Mai Dropped A Surprise EP '3,' And Fans Believe It Is An Adorable Tribute To Her Boyfriend Jayson Tatum". Uproxx . Retrieved 11 March 2025.
4. "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. 15 November 2024. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
5. "Ella Mai Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
6. "Ella Mai Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved 19 March 2025.
7. "Ella Mai Chart History (Rhythmic)". Billboard. Retrieved 11 March 2025.