Ella Henderson drops new single 'Me & You' revealing its inspiration
She only wrote it a month ago
Last updated 16th May 2025
Ella Henderson has now released her new single 'Me & You', revealing the inspiration behind the song, and the journey behind her other recent songs 'Filthy Rich' and 'One Door Closes' featuring country singer Breland.
What is the inspiration behind her song?
The day before the song's release, Ella shared a video where she revealed the inspiration behind the song and also how she got there, releasing her previous songs 'Filthy Rich' and 'One Door Closes'.
She told her fans: "I'm so excited for you to hear this one, I just want to tell you a little bit about what it's about...
"Starting with a record like 'Filthy Rich' in this campaign, that song was all about the people I love and the people that mean the most to me, and are just in my life and are there for me unconditionally."
She continued: "Going from there into 'One Door Closes', which was a really important piece of music for me to share with you all, because I think that was a lot about my own self growth and accepting closure on things, and learning how to let go of the things that aren't right for you and to kind of be excited for what's to come in life.
"I guess that then leads into this next single, which is all about me unexpectedly falling in love with my soulmate and the love of my life. I just can't believe this even has happened to me.
"I was always the person that thought I was unlucky in love and I wouldn't be dreaming of having a ring on my finger till I'm an old woman that has loads of dogs one day, and I just can't wait for you all to hear this record. I'm so excited. I hope you're all excited. This song is from me to all of you and it's called 'Me & You'. I hope you love it as much as I did making it."
Is there a music video?
Not yet, but Ella has released a visualiser which features her and her fiancé Jack.
In the run up to the song's release, Ella shared several videos, she said: 'Wrote this four weeks ago.. and so excited to tell you it’s coming out next Friday!! Really excited for you to hear this one! Presave now 🩷 E x x'. (sic)
Fans were left very excited to hear more new music from Ella, with one commenting on her video: 'YASSSS!! Cant wait for this one, and when you say new track its NEW new 😍', and another saying: 'You just can't write a bad song 😂😂 love it x x x x x'.
Ella is currently engaged to Jack Burnell, and opened up to Hits Radio back in 2023 about delaying her big day until 2025. She said: "Do you know what? We were both just like, let's not talk about planning it this year (2023). I've got so much going on and he's so busy with work. So it's just like, let's not talk about it. Maybe 2025?
"I'm quite enjoying being engaged, I quite like it. It's a lovely period and I feel like, your wedding day is such a special moment, I kind of don't want it to happen too soon, because I've got nothing to look forward to!"
She then added: "Also, I just can't decide what kind of wedding I want, I change it every week."
What is Ella Henderson's new song called?
It is called 'Me & You'.
When was it released?
It was released on Friday 16th May.
You can hear songs by Ella Henderson on Clyde 1.
Take a look through some of Ella Henderson's biggest songs:
9) Ella Henderson and Tom Grennan 'Let's Go Home Together'
'Let's Go Home Together' was a Top 10 hit in 2021 for Ella and Tom Grennan — and has since been certified 2x Platinum. Ella co-wrote the song with James Arthur and a songwriting team.
The music video shows Ella and Tom sitting separately with their own friends in a pub, before coming together after a few drinks.
Watch the music video on YouTube.
8) Nathan Dawe, Joel Corry and Ella Henderson '0800 Heaven'
This huge collab from Nathan Dawe, Joel Corry and Ella Henderson, ended up being a Top 10 hit. The trio joined us for an interview, where Ella told us: "I've known Nath for ages and we've done two records together before so this is our third, and Joel's such a good mate and we've always wanted to work together."
Watch the music video on YouTube.
7) Nathan Dawe with Ella Henderson '21 Reasons'
Nathan Dawe and Ella joined forces for this club banger. '21 Reasons' samples the 2007 hit by Alex Gaudino, 'Destination Calabria' and features Ella's distinctive vocals.
Watch the music video on YouTube.
6) Ella Henderson with Jax Jones 'This is Real'
In 2019, Ella teamed up with Jax Jones on the fantastic hit 'This Is Real'. The song reached Number 9 in the UK and was co-written by the pair, along with some other songwriters.
Watch the music video on YouTube.
5) Ella Henderson 'Glow'
'Glow' was Ella Henderson's second single to be released. It dropped in 2014 and the song was another Top 10 hit for the singer. It has now had 13 million views on YouTube.
Watch the music video on YouTube.
4) David Guetta, Ella Henderson and Becky Hill 'Crazy What Love Can Do'
Released in 2022, this iconic collab saw the powerful vocals of both Ella Henderson and dance music legend Becky Hill join forces with French DJ David Guetta. 'Crazy What Love Can Do' soared up the Charts, hitting Number 5 in the UK Singles Chart and Number 2 in the UK Dance Chart.
Watch the music video on YouTube.
3) Sigma featuring Ella Henderson 'Glitterball'
Ella featured on Sigma's huge hit 'Glitterball' back in 2015, the song got to Number 4 in the UK and was the first time Sigma and Ella had collaborated. The music video has now had over 19 million views on YouTube.
Watch the music video on YouTube.
2) Ella Henderson with Switch Disco 'React'
Ella Henderson teamed up with DJ duo Switch Disco to release 'React'. The song samples the 90s classic from Robert Miles, 'Children', and was a Top 5 hit in the UK. The music video has now had more than 9 million views.
Watch the music video on YouTube.
1) Ella Henderson 'Ghost'
Ella Henderson's debut single 'Ghost' gave her a Number 1 single in the UK and the music video has now had more than 119 million views on YouTube. The song was released back in 2014 and co-written by Ella.
Watch the music video on YouTube.
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