Don't Say Love

"Don't Say Love" is the debut solo single by English singer and songwriter Leigh-Anne, released on 16 June 2023 by Warner Records.

Leigh-Anne, alongside Gregory Aldae Hein wrote the lyrics whereas Jon Bellion, Jimmie Gutch and Pete Nappi participated in the composition and production of the track.

[9] On 5 June 2023, Pinnock initiated speculations about her debut, tweeting the hashtag "#LeighAnneIsComing" and encouraging fans to join her Discord server.

[16] On 21 July 2023, a remix of "Don't Say Love" by Mas Tiempo featuring rapper Skepta and grime MC Jammer was released.

[22] Carl Smith of the Official Charts Company described "Don't Say Love" as a song that "fuses elements of dance with a hint of nostalgic UK garage".

[1] Leigh-Anne described the track as a mixture of R&B, amapiano, UK garage, afrobeats, and pop, and stated that, lyrically, it is about wanting to be loved,[14] "[expressing] the pain and frustration that came with feeling invisible and unheard for so much of [her] career.

[25] Following its release, Gay Times' Lewis Corner described it as an "infectious new song with a cinematic visual that positions [Leigh-Anne] as an exciting force in pop in her own right.

"[24] Charlotte Manning from Attitude, described "Don't Say Love" as a "pop anthem", giving praise to the song's lyrics and to Leigh-Anne vocals.