Ella Mai marked a special moment in her career this week, celebrating both her birthday and the one-year anniversary of her acclaimed EP 3 with the release of the official video for her fan-favorite track “Little Things.” The Grammy-winning artist, signed to 10Summers and Interscope Records, gifted fans a visual that captures everything they love about her: sincerity, strength, and a deep understanding of love’s quiet power.

Directed by Loris Russier, the video unfolds like a love letter to partnership. Drenched in rain, Ella sings to her partner with soft devotion, her voice steady and soulful. The scenes are intimate and real—cooking breakfast, sharing laughter, being each other’s calm. These are the small gestures that build something lasting, and Ella makes it clear that the “little things” matter most.

Fans flooded YouTube with praise the moment the video dropped. “I was waiting for this video and here it is,” one comment read. “Ella Mai is everything. Her voice and this song are beautiful.” Another viewer shared a deeper reflection: “Ella was dropping gems in this song on how to keep a man satisfied. It’s not always about sex or looks—it’s about the simple things you do. It’s about being a team player and bringing peace. Men want to be treated like kings too, and Ella understands.”

That understanding runs through 3, a project that showcases Ella’s growth as both a woman and an artist. The title itself draws from numerology, where the number three symbolizes communication, happiness, and alignment—three elements that define the EP’s emotional core.

Among the standout songs, “Hearts On Deck” plays with confidence and flirtation, while “One of These” captures the rush of unexpected love. But “Little Things,” produced by longtime collaborator Mustard, sits at the heart of it all. It’s warm and introspective, a soulful reminder that love often lives in the everyday moments.

Since its release, “Little Things” has earned nearly 60 million streams on Spotify, becoming a signature part of Ella Mai’s ever-growing catalog. The new video follows her recent single “Tell Her,” a clever nod to Destiny’s Child’s 1999 hit “Say My Name,” and continues the story of an artist who refuses to lose touch with her roots.

With “Little Things,” Ella Mai celebrates not just her music, but the lessons behind it—love, patience, and the beauty of showing up for someone in all the small ways that count.

Author: Andrew Braithwaite

Andrew is the founder and chief editor of Music Talkers. He's also a keen music enthusiast and plays the guitar.