Nina Ann Nelson Returns with Empowering New Single “Just a Little”
- Danielle Holian
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
Following the success of her debut solo single “Two Truths and a Lie,” singer-songwriter Nina Ann Nelson returns with “Just a Little,” a striking blend of pop and R&B/soul that radiates confidence, clarity, and self-worth.
Produced by Symphony (ZAYN, GOT7, Kehlani) and written by Nina Ann Nelson, “Just a Little” is a sonic and emotional evolution for the artist, an unfiltered look at recognising one’s value and refusing to settle for less, in love or in life.
“This is the first time I’ve released a song while I’m still living the story it’s about,” Nina shares. “Just a Little came from a recent romantic encounter that woke me up to what I’d been accepting for way too long — counting the bare minimum as something meaningful when it just… isn’t. After repeating that cycle one too many times, this was the moment that broke it. It’s funny, because this guy didn’t do anything worse than the others. He just happened to be the last one to do it to me. The song is that realization: like, you see who I am, right? I’m hot, I’m talented, I’m self-sufficient, I make my own money, I’m funny, I’m empathetic — I’m all these things and more. So why should I settle for someone giving me just a little? At the end of the day, half-assed is still ass. And I’m done with the bare minimum.”
With lush production, sultry melodies, and Nina’s signature soulful delivery, “Just a Little” stands alongside contemporary artists like Kehlani, KWN, RAYE, Cleo Sol, Kali Uchis, Leon Thomas, and Sasha Keable, artists who seamlessly bridge emotional honesty with groove and sophistication.
With support from tastemakers such as JustJared, UPROXX, Playbill, Modern Luxury, and Broadway, Nina Ann Nelson is re-emerging under her own name, embracing complete creative freedom.
ARTIST BIO:
Nina Ann Nelson is one of the most sought after and skilled R&B/pop vocalists and songwriters in Los Angeles. Getting her start in music as one of three members of Citizen Queen, the Pentatonix-created girl group, who went viral with their video "Evolution of Girl Groups," Nina and the group were signed to RCA and completed a 30-city arena tour. As Citizen Queen became independent, Nina seamlessly stepped into the roles of lead songwriter, vocal arranger, vocal producer, and engineer. On TikTok, she built a massive following for her quick wit, songwriting, and powerhouse vocals, earning recognition from global stars like Rosalía and Leon Thomas.
Outside of music, Nina has been immersed in acting from a young age, getting her start guest-starring in shows like One Day at a Time and NCIS: Los Angeles and starring as Natalie in Love Actually Live in Los Angeles and. In 2024, she debuted the role of Nikki in Burlesque the Musical for stage in the UK, a dream role that perfectly blends her love for jazz, musical theater, and performance.
Nina also co-wrote K-pop sensation TWICE’s hit "Moonlight Sunrise," which amassed 125 million streams in under six months, helping the group reach new global audiences. Her songwriting career spans genres, working alongside industry powerhouses like R&B icons NOVA WAV, pop hitmaker Justin Tranter, and K-pop producer earattack. Nina is just getting started, bringing her diverse talents to every stage she steps on.
Nina's debut solo project, “Two Truths and a Lie” came out in March 2025 and has amassed more than 115K streams on Spotify entirely organically and independently.