Song Exploder Little Simz - Free
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Jun 25, 2025 Little Simz, a celebrated English rapper and actress known for her impactful work and recent album 'Lotus,' discusses her track 'Free' with Miles Clinton-James, an accomplished North London producer. They dive into the creative journey behind the song, touching on themes of love, self-forgiveness, and authenticity. Simz shares personal reflections on overcoming emotional challenges, while Clinton-James emphasizes the unique spontaneity of their collaboration. The conversation beautifully bridges nostalgic recording techniques with deep emotional narratives.
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Simz's Poem Sparked Song
- Little Simz started writing the song's core poem during a spring in 2022 inspired by the book "Conversations with God."
- The poem reflects on love and fear, especially the importance of forgiving oneself.
Simz's Vulnerable Call to Producer
- Little Simz called producer Miles Clinton-James during a difficult, empty emotional time after a creative breakup.
- She expressed her lack of confidence and desire to be genuine rather than pretend in the studio.
Producer Supports Artist's Vision
- A producer's role is to understand the artist's intent and create a soundtrack that gives the artist freedom to express themselves.
- Miles Clinton-James exemplifies this by guiding and collaborating closely with Little Simz to realize her vision.
