Little Simz has announced her sixth album Lotus in 2025, which will be released via AWAL Recordings. At the same time, she presents the first single Flood, featuring Obongjayar and Moonchild Sanelly. For Simz, the album title Lotus stands as a symbol of renewal and growth – a central theme that runs through the musical and thematic journey of the album and reflects the complex phases of life. Flood: thundering drums with a strong message The thunderous drum beat of Flood marks the beginning of a new, bold chapter for Little Simz. She recites her lines in a rough, almost growling voice – a unique instrument in its own right, which changes dynamically with the driving groove of the track. The energetic production by Miles Clinton James brings together two distinctive voices: the long-time companion Obongjayar and the electrifying Moonchild Sanelly. The result is a hypnotic, raw sound that underlines the continuous evolution of Little Simz. The impressive music video for Flood, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Salomon Ligthelm, gives a first visual insight into the world of Lotus. Brit Awards, MOBOs and Ivor Novellos for their five previous albums Little Simz is considered one of Britain's most exciting and visionary artists – musician, storyteller and cultural curator at the same time. She will curate this year's Meltdown Festival in London, like superstars such as David Bowie, Yoko Ono, The Queens and David Byrne before her. With multiple Brit Awards, MOBOs and an Ivor Novello Award, as well as an impressive discography of mixtapes, EPs and five critically acclaimed albums, their music tells its own story – and that of an entire generation. Simz's previous album »No Thank You« at the end of 2022 made it to #11 in the charts in this country. In 2023, she continued her path as an acclaimed actress, returning in the final season of the Netflix drama Top Boy. Little Simz's performance on the Pyramid Stage of the 2LP cemented her reputation as an inimitable live performer.