Little Simz – Don’t Leave Too Soon
Little Simz delivers “Don’t Leave Too Soon” for the Netflix film “Steve”, where she stars alongside Cillian Murphy in Tim Mielants’ drama about a ’90s reform school. The track serves as the central theme running throughout the soundtrack, co-written with longtime collaborators Miles Clinton James and Matthew Nelson.
The song alternates between ominous synth-fog and jungle breakbeats, with Simz’s delivery leaning closer to spoken-word than traditional rap. Her approach captures the film’s exploration of mental health struggles and institutional pressures, while the production creates an atmosphere that feels suspended in time.
Following her earlier 2025 album “Lotus,” Simz continues examining themes of mortality, connection, and the fragility of relationships. The track reflects on loss and the fleeting nature of life, urging listeners to cherish present moments while confronting external pressures from fame to systemic challenges.
Geoff Barrow from Portishead composed the film’s score with Ben Salisbury, though they didn’t work directly on this track. The song stands independently while complementing the movie’s narrative about a headteacher and students at a financially strapped reform school. “Steve” hits theaters September 19th before streaming on Netflix October 3rd.
